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Location: San Antonio, TX
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 15394
Full/Part Time: Part Time
Position Information
Lecturer
The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) Department of Psychology in the College for Health, Community, and Policy invites applications for a part-time Lecturer position.
The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence - advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine.
College for Health, Community and Policy
UT San Antonio's College for Health, Community and Policy trains students to develop solutions for complex social issues to improve the well-being of our communities. By engaging directly with the City of San Antonio and other key community partners, students and faculty live the college's mission to advance human health every day. The college is comprised of seven academic departments and one program - criminology and criminal justice, kinesiology, nutrition and dietetics, psychology, public administration, public health, social work and sociology and demography - as well as the Center for Applied Community and Policy Research, the Center for Community Based and Applied Health Research, the Institute for Demographic and Socioeconomic Research and the Institute for Health Disparities Research. HCAP includes nearly 200 faculty and 7,000 students pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees.
Department of Psychology
The Department of Psychology, located in the College for Health, Community and Policy, hosts one of the largest majors on campus (over 2,200 students) and offers degree programs at the BA, MS, and PhD level. Students at each level have opportunities to assist in faculty research. Our 22 tenured and tenure-track faculty and 5 fixed-term, full-time teaching faculty represent many of the traditional subfields of Psychology and bridge between areas. Psychology faculty have a history of collaboration with researchers at the US Army Research Institute as well as various industry and community partners. The department also has strong ties to the affiliated academic medical center, UT Health Science Center at San Antonio, as well as TX Biomed, Veterans Administration, Pearson Testing Company, San Antonio Military Medical Center (including Brooke Army Medical Center), the Institute for Army Surgical Research, and the STRONG STAR Consortium.
Salary Range: $4,000 per course
Job Type: Part Time
Position Summary
The Department of Psychology invites applications for a Part-Time Lecturer to teach Introduction to Psychology at the undergraduate level. This position is designed for qualified educators who are committed to excellence in teaching and student engagement.
The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality instruction for an undergraduate course in psychology during the fall semester. Responsibilities include course preparation, classroom instruction, assessment of student learning, and timely communication with students. Instruction will be primarily face-to-face and based at the downtown campus; however, candidates should be prepared to engage in limited work on the main campus as needed (e.g., onboarding, meetings, or training).
This position will be provided with access to appropriate instructional resources, including classroom technology, course management systems, and departmental support necessary to effectively deliver the course. The lecturer will be expected to adhere to departmental and university policies related to teaching, assessment, and academic integrity.
Qualifications
- M.S./M.A. in Psychology or a Ph.D. in Psychology or a closely-related discipline.
- Previous experience teaching at least one of the following: introductory psychology, social psychology, biopsychology, developmental psychology, abnormal psychology, cognitive psychology, experimental psychology, or statistics.
- Knowledge and skills in using computer programs and platforms including Microsoft Office (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint), statistical software (e.g., SPSS, JASP, R, and MPLUS), and online classroom software (e.g., Zoom, Canvas, Blackboard, Camtasia).
- Prepared to teach primarily face-to-face at the downtown campus, with flexibility to work on both campuses as needed.
- This position requires the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Psychology.
- Two years of teaching experience at the undergraduate level.
- Prior experience teaching in psychology.
Application Process
To apply, applicants must upload the following in a single PDF document:
- A current curriculum vitae
- Cover letter
- Statement of experience related to teaching at the undergraduate level
- Sample reports of teaching ratings
- Contact information for 3-5 professional references
Posting Close Date: Initial applications will be reviewed immediately and will remain open until filled. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
This position will work primarily on both the Main and Downtown campuses. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.
This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
Equal Employment Opportunity
As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.
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Which universities and institutions sponsor visas for professors in Texas?
The University of Texas at Austin, Texas A&M University, University of Houston, Southern Methodist University, Rice University, and Texas Tech University are among the most consistent H-1B sponsors for faculty in Texas. These institutions regularly file Labor Condition Applications for tenure-track, visiting, and research professor positions across a wide range of academic disciplines.
Which visa types are most commonly used for professor roles in Texas?
The H-1B is the most common visa for full-time professor positions, as the role typically qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a master's degree. The O-1A is an alternative for professors with exceptional records of publications, awards, or citations. J-1 visa exchange visitor status is frequently used for visiting scholars and postdoctoral researchers, though it carries a two-year home residency requirement for some nationalities.
Which cities in Texas have the most professor visa sponsorship jobs?
Austin and College Station generate significant faculty hiring through UT Austin and Texas A&M respectively. Houston is a strong market given the concentration of Rice University, University of Houston, and multiple medical school campuses. Dallas and Fort Worth have active hiring across SMU, UT Dallas, and TCU. San Antonio rounds out the major markets through UTSA and UT Health San Antonio.
How to find professor visa sponsorship jobs in Texas?
Migrate Mate filters professor roles by visa sponsorship status, so you can search specifically for Texas faculty positions where employers have a documented history of H-1B or O-1 sponsorship. This removes the need to manually check each university's LCA filings. Browse professor jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate to see current openings across UT, Texas A&M, Rice, and other sponsoring institutions.
Are there any Texas-specific considerations for professors seeking visa sponsorship?
Texas public universities follow federal prevailing wage requirements under the H-1B program, but faculty salaries also reflect institutional rank and discipline, so STEM and business faculty typically see different wage benchmarks than humanities roles. Texas A&M and UT system campuses have dedicated international faculty offices that manage the sponsorship process, which can make the experience more streamlined than at smaller private colleges with less immigration infrastructure.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored professor jobs in Texas?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.