My position was adjunct professor. Can it qualify for EB-1B?

The EB-1B is the path for professors and researchers with international or national outstanding recognition and a distinguished academic track record. Having served as an adjunct professor does not disqualify a candidate, but it requires a careful look at the context of that experience.

Temporary positions without a stable employment relationship tend to make it harder to demonstrate the level of recognition and career continuity that the visa values. This is not a disqualifier: what matters is the body of evidence that establishes the significance of your work.

• Academic contributions with recognized impact in the field.
• Participation in significant projects or research.
• Awards, publications, and citations of your work.
• Letters from experts attesting to your distinction.

Every case is unique and success depends on the strength of the evidence presented, not solely on the job title. It is worth checking the updated requirements with USCIS and reviewing your background with a specialist before filing.

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