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Biology roles in research, biotech, and environmental science qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a relevant bachelor's degree or higher. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, so Australian biologists can apply any time a qualifying offer is secured.
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ST. LOUIS, MO 63110
Scheduled Hours
40
Position Summary
The Mokalled Laboratory investigates the cellular and molecular mechanisms that enable successful spinal cord regeneration and applies these discoveries to mammalian models of nervous system repair. Our research integrates zebrafish genetics, human iPSC-derived neuronal models, single-cell genomics, advanced imaging, and functional assays to identify repair-associated cell states and therapeutic targets that promote neuronal survival, axon regeneration, and recovery after spinal cord injury.
The Staff Scientist will establish and optimize human iPSC-derived neuronal models, develop assays to investigate vesicular trafficking and activity-dependent neuronal repair, integrate mammalian systems with discoveries from zebrafish regeneration, and provide technical leadership and mentoring in advanced neuronal culture and imaging methodologies.
Designs research protocols. Assists in developing and conducting research projects, including experiment design, data analysis and documentation of experiment results.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Following instructions and discussions with the principal investigator, designs research protocols, including developing procedures for the collection, verification and management of data.
- Assists with grant preparation and reporting.
- Performs complex statistical analysis of data collected and writes interpretative reports. Verifies the correctness of the data submitted and makes recommendations based on these analyses.
- Documents research topics and prepares and submits papers based on research work to publications and committees for publication or presentation to peers.
- Solves practical problems relating to difficulties with equipment or test subjects. Suggests technical or procedural improvements in testing methods.
- Conducts literature searches related to research project.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
- Works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards.
- Must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
Required Qualifications
Education:
Master’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
Certifications /Professional Licenses:
No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
Work Experience:
Laboratory Operations (3 Years)
Skills:
Not Applicable
Driver's License:
A driver's license is not required for this position.
More About This Job
Preferred qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Cell Biology, Developmental Biology, or a related field.
- Experience with human iPSC-derived neuronal differentiation and culture.
- Expertise in mammalian neuronal biology, synaptic or vesicular trafficking, and advanced fluorescence microscopy.
- Experience with CRISPR, quantitative image analysis, and molecular biology techniques.
- Strong record of independent research and scientific communication.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Ph.D. - Doctor of Philosophy
Certifications /Professional Licenses:
No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Work Experience:
No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Skills:
Analytical Problem Solving, Communication, Computer Literacy, Data Analysis, Data Interpretations
Grade
R10
Salary Range
$48,000.00 - $86,900.00 / Annually
The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.
Questions
For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.
Accommodation
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.
Benefits Statement
Personal
- Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
- Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
- Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
- WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
- Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
- We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
- WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/
EEO Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Location
ST. LOUIS, MO 63110
Scheduled Hours
40
Position Summary
The Mokalled Laboratory investigates the cellular and molecular mechanisms that enable successful spinal cord regeneration and applies these discoveries to mammalian models of nervous system repair. Our research integrates zebrafish genetics, human iPSC-derived neuronal models, single-cell genomics, advanced imaging, and functional assays to identify repair-associated cell states and therapeutic targets that promote neuronal survival, axon regeneration, and recovery after spinal cord injury.
The Staff Scientist will establish and optimize human iPSC-derived neuronal models, develop assays to investigate vesicular trafficking and activity-dependent neuronal repair, integrate mammalian systems with discoveries from zebrafish regeneration, and provide technical leadership and mentoring in advanced neuronal culture and imaging methodologies.
Designs research protocols. Assists in developing and conducting research projects, including experiment design, data analysis and documentation of experiment results.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Following instructions and discussions with the principal investigator, designs research protocols, including developing procedures for the collection, verification and management of data.
- Assists with grant preparation and reporting.
- Performs complex statistical analysis of data collected and writes interpretative reports. Verifies the correctness of the data submitted and makes recommendations based on these analyses.
- Documents research topics and prepares and submits papers based on research work to publications and committees for publication or presentation to peers.
- Solves practical problems relating to difficulties with equipment or test subjects. Suggests technical or procedural improvements in testing methods.
- Conducts literature searches related to research project.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
- Works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards.
- Must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
Required Qualifications
Education:
Master’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
Certifications /Professional Licenses:
No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
Work Experience:
Laboratory Operations (3 Years)
Skills:
Not Applicable
Driver's License:
A driver's license is not required for this position.
More About This Job
Preferred qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Cell Biology, Developmental Biology, or a related field.
- Experience with human iPSC-derived neuronal differentiation and culture.
- Expertise in mammalian neuronal biology, synaptic or vesicular trafficking, and advanced fluorescence microscopy.
- Experience with CRISPR, quantitative image analysis, and molecular biology techniques.
- Strong record of independent research and scientific communication.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Ph.D. - Doctor of Philosophy
Certifications /Professional Licenses:
No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Work Experience:
No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Skills:
Analytical Problem Solving, Communication, Computer Literacy, Data Analysis, Data Interpretations
Grade
R10
Salary Range
$48,000.00 - $86,900.00 / Annually
The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.
Questions
For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.
Accommodation
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.
Benefits Statement
Personal
- Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
- Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
- Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
- WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
- Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
- We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
- WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/
EEO Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship in Biology
Confirm your degree field matches the role
A biology degree supports positions in life sciences research, ecology, and laboratory analysis, but not every job titled 'biologist' qualifies. Check that the employer's offer letter specifies a degree requirement in biology or a closely related field.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Research institutions, pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms, and federal contractors regularly file Labor Condition Applications for biology roles. Focus your search on organisations that have sponsored international scientists before, since they understand the E-3 visa process.
Get your credentials evaluated before applying
Australian three-year bachelor's degrees are generally accepted as equivalent to U.S. four-year degrees for E-3 purposes, but some employers or consular officers request a formal credential evaluation. Arrange this before your first interview to avoid delays at the offer stage.
Ask employers about the LCA before accepting an offer
The LCA is the employer's responsibility and must be certified by DOL before your visa application. Confirm your prospective employer knows this requirement and has a timeline in mind so you don't accept an offer and then wait months for paperwork to start.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to manage your paperwork
Once you have a job offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA, visa application, and consulate preparation. This avoids the coordination errors that often delay biology hires who are waiting on lab start dates.
Time your application around the E-3 two-year renewal cycle
The E-3 is renewable indefinitely in two-year increments, which makes it well-suited to multi-year research positions and grant-funded lab roles. If your offer is tied to a specific project timeline, align your initial application and renewal dates with funding or contract periods.
E-3 Visa Biology: Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find biology jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the recommended way to search for biology roles where employers are open to E-3 sponsorship. Unlike general job boards, it filters for positions relevant to Australian professionals specifically. Research institutions, biotech companies, environmental consultancies, and pharmaceutical employers are among the most active sponsors for biology roles in the U.S.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a biology role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, most professional biology positions qualify as specialty occupations when the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in biology, biochemistry, microbiology, ecology, or a closely related field. Roles where any degree field is acceptable regardless of subject matter are less likely to qualify. The job description and offer letter both need to reflect a specific degree requirement.
How does the E-3 visa compare to the H-1B for biology professionals?
The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, so you can apply any time you have a qualifying offer rather than waiting for an annual registration window. H-1B visa selection is random and capped at 85,000 per year, meaning most applicants don't get selected on the first try. For Australian biologists with a U.S. job offer in hand, the E-3 is a faster and more predictable path.
Can I change biology employers while on an E-3 visa?
Yes, but the new employer must file a fresh LCA and you'll need to apply for a new E-3 at the consulate or via a change of status before starting work. There's no formal portability provision like the one that exists for H-1B holders under AC21, so the timing of your transition matters, particularly if you're mid-renewal cycle or switching between sectors such as academia and industry.