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Chemistry Professor roles at U.S. universities qualify as E-3 visa specialty occupations, requiring a doctorate in chemistry or a closely related field. Australian nationals can secure E-3 sponsorship without competing in the H-1B lottery, and the visa renews every two years for as long as you hold a qualifying academic appointment.
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Get Access To All JobsAt Lilly, the work is demanding because patients are waiting. We unite caring with discovery to help make life better for people around the world, knowing that every decision, every detail, and every day matters. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, our over 50,000 employees around the globe take on complex challenges to discover and deliver life-changing medicines, strengthen how health is understood and managed, and support the communities we serve. This is hard, urgent, selfless work—but it’s work worth doing. If you’re driven by purpose and ready to bring your best to work that truly matters for patients, we invite you to join us.
We serve an extraordinary purpose. For more than 150 years, we have worked diligently to discover medicines that make life better. These discoveries start in Lilly Research Laboratories, where our scientists work to create new medicines that will help solve our world's greatest health challenges.
The successful candidate will have a strong research track record in oligonucleotide chemistry, with demonstrated experience advancing candidates to clinical evaluation. Additionally, they should exhibit strong analytical skills, maintain a systematic approach, and consistently apply data-driven decision-making practices. The scientist will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across key Lilly therapeutic areas (e.g. Neuroscience, Pain/Neuronal Health, Diabetes and Complications, Immunology) to perform experiments to aid development of oligonucleotide drug candidates for the next generation of RNA therapies. They will also have a demonstrated track record of prioritizing people development through inclusive leadership, mentorship, and a commitment to fostering individual growth and team excellence.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Hire, develop, and supervise a team of Ph.D.- and associate-level scientists
- Lead the screening, design, and SAR optimization of innovative oligonucleotide constructs—including siRNA, ASOs, and conjugates—to advance differentiated clinical candidates
- Support the integration of AI/ML into oligonucleotide discovery efforts
- Partner with legal to support IP strategy for assigned programs
- Clearly present and summarize results to team members and internal teams
- Contribute to the advancement of technical capabilities within the team, embracing new technologies and applying insights across oligonucleotide discovery challenges
- Demonstrate learning agility by quickly absorbing new scientific concepts, embracing new technologies, and applying insights across diverse oligonucleotide discovery challenges
- Leverage strong communication (oral, written), organizational, collaboration, EQ, and leadership skills
- Keep safety as a top priority at all times, striving toward an interdependent safety culture
Basic Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in chemistry, or related field, with 7–10+ years of industry experience in oligonucleotide discovery and development
Additional Skills/Preferences:
- Demonstrated track record of delivering drugs to the clinic
- Experience with extra-hepatic delivery of oligonucleotides and conjugates
- Demonstrated skills for data-driven study design, timeline and partner management, competitive intelligence, and resource planning
- Clear and defined management style
- Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and team-player mentality
- Demonstrated initiative and appropriate risk-taking
- High level of organization and attention to detail
Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response.
Lilly is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and are open to all employees. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia (AMECA), Black Employees at Lilly (BE@Lilly), Chinese Culture Network (CCN), EnAble, Evolve, Lilly Indian Network (LIN), Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), Pride (LGBTQ+ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN) and Women’s Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL).
Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is
$153,000 - $264,000
Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities). Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.
WeAreLilly
At Lilly, the work is demanding because patients are waiting. We unite caring with discovery to help make life better for people around the world, knowing that every decision, every detail, and every day matters. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, our over 50,000 employees around the globe take on complex challenges to discover and deliver life-changing medicines, strengthen how health is understood and managed, and support the communities we serve. This is hard, urgent, selfless work—but it’s work worth doing. If you’re driven by purpose and ready to bring your best to work that truly matters for patients, we invite you to join us.
We serve an extraordinary purpose. For more than 150 years, we have worked diligently to discover medicines that make life better. These discoveries start in Lilly Research Laboratories, where our scientists work to create new medicines that will help solve our world's greatest health challenges.
The successful candidate will have a strong research track record in oligonucleotide chemistry, with demonstrated experience advancing candidates to clinical evaluation. Additionally, they should exhibit strong analytical skills, maintain a systematic approach, and consistently apply data-driven decision-making practices. The scientist will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across key Lilly therapeutic areas (e.g. Neuroscience, Pain/Neuronal Health, Diabetes and Complications, Immunology) to perform experiments to aid development of oligonucleotide drug candidates for the next generation of RNA therapies. They will also have a demonstrated track record of prioritizing people development through inclusive leadership, mentorship, and a commitment to fostering individual growth and team excellence.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Hire, develop, and supervise a team of Ph.D.- and associate-level scientists
- Lead the screening, design, and SAR optimization of innovative oligonucleotide constructs—including siRNA, ASOs, and conjugates—to advance differentiated clinical candidates
- Support the integration of AI/ML into oligonucleotide discovery efforts
- Partner with legal to support IP strategy for assigned programs
- Clearly present and summarize results to team members and internal teams
- Contribute to the advancement of technical capabilities within the team, embracing new technologies and applying insights across oligonucleotide discovery challenges
- Demonstrate learning agility by quickly absorbing new scientific concepts, embracing new technologies, and applying insights across diverse oligonucleotide discovery challenges
- Leverage strong communication (oral, written), organizational, collaboration, EQ, and leadership skills
- Keep safety as a top priority at all times, striving toward an interdependent safety culture
Basic Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in chemistry, or related field, with 7–10+ years of industry experience in oligonucleotide discovery and development
Additional Skills/Preferences:
- Demonstrated track record of delivering drugs to the clinic
- Experience with extra-hepatic delivery of oligonucleotides and conjugates
- Demonstrated skills for data-driven study design, timeline and partner management, competitive intelligence, and resource planning
- Clear and defined management style
- Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and team-player mentality
- Demonstrated initiative and appropriate risk-taking
- High level of organization and attention to detail
Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response.
Lilly is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and are open to all employees. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia (AMECA), Black Employees at Lilly (BE@Lilly), Chinese Culture Network (CCN), EnAble, Evolve, Lilly Indian Network (LIN), Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), Pride (LGBTQ+ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN) and Women’s Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL).
Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is
$153,000 - $264,000
Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities). Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Chemistry Professor
Verify your credential equivalency before applying
Australian PhD transcripts and testamurs are accepted by U.S. immigration authorities, but universities often request a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved body. Have this evaluation ready before your first faculty interview to avoid delays.
Target R1 and R2 research universities first
Doctoral research institutions file LCAs regularly for faculty hires and have in-house international office staff who know the E-3 process. Chemistry departments at teaching-focused colleges may be unfamiliar with E-3 sponsorship and require more internal approvals before committing.
Use Migrate Mate to find E-3 sponsoring employers
Migrate Mate surfaces chemistry faculty roles at universities with active E-3 and LCA filing histories, so you're only applying to departments already set up to sponsor Australian nationals rather than educating employers from scratch.
Negotiate the LCA filing into your offer timeline
DOL must certify the LCA before your consulate appointment, which typically takes seven business days. Ask the university's Office of International Affairs to file the LCA within two weeks of your signed offer letter to keep the process on schedule.
Document your specialty occupation link explicitly
A Chemistry Professor role must require at least a bachelor's degree in chemistry or a directly related field. Collect your job posting, department curriculum, and degree requirements in one packet so USCIS can see the connection between your doctorate and the specific courses you'll teach.
Hand the LCA and visa paperwork to a specialist
Faculty offer timelines are tight, and errors in the prevailing wage determination or LCA form stall your start date. Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service manages the entire process from offer to consulate appointment, so you can focus on relocation.
E-3 Visa Chemistry Professor: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Chemistry Professor jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists chemistry faculty roles at U.S. universities with documented E-3 and LCA filing histories, so you can filter for departments that are already set up to sponsor Australian nationals. Searching this way saves significant time compared to approaching universities that have no experience with the E-3 process and need to build internal approval workflows before making a sponsorship commitment.
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 Chemistry Professor role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3 visa?
Yes. USCIS consistently treats postsecondary teaching positions in chemistry as specialty occupations because the role theoretically and practically requires at least a bachelor's degree in chemistry or a directly related field. In practice, most tenure-track and lecturer appointments require a doctorate, which strengthens the specialty occupation argument considerably and reduces the risk of a Request for Evidence on that point.
How does the E-3 visa compare to the H-1B for chemistry faculty positions?
The E-3 has no annual cap and no lottery, so your university can sponsor you at any time of year without waiting for an April registration window. H-1B selection is random and capped at 85,000 per fiscal year, meaning a qualified Chemistry Professor candidate can be locked out for a full year. The E-3 renews in two-year increments without a cap, making it far more predictable for multi-year faculty contracts.
Can I change universities or departments while on an E-3 as a chemistry professor?
Yes, but each new employer must file a fresh LCA certified by DOL before you start work at the new institution. Your E-3 status is tied to the sponsoring university, not to you individually, so a move to a different department within the same university that involves a different position title or wage level also typically triggers a new LCA. Build at least three to four weeks into any transition timeline to allow for DOL certification.