E-3 Visa Lab Associate Jobs
Lab Associate roles in U.S. research facilities qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline such as biology, chemistry, or biochemistry. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, making it a reliable path for Australian scientists targeting lab positions at universities, biotech firms, and research hospitals.
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Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
JOB SUMMARY
Carries out a broad range of technically advanced research activities and procedures; evaluates conclusions and has considerable latitude to modify or devise methods and techniques as necessary to achieve desired results; typically supervises technical and sometimes administrative elements of the research unit.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Executes protocols for non-routine experiments.
- Assists the PI in determining the most suitable methodology.
- Performs basic design and modification of protocols.
- Calculates, transcribes, and analyzes data.
- Prepares and presents reports.
- Organizes and summarizes acquired data using scientific and statistical techniques.
- Participates in the design of experiments or fieldwork.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Bachelor's Degree in a related field of Study required
Experience
- Previous Research Lab Experience 1-2 years required
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Analytical skills and the ability to resolve technical problems
- Ability to interpret the acceptability of data results
- Strong Computer skills
- Demonstrated competence in research techniques and methodologies
ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS (IF APPLICABLE)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
123 Main Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Rotating (United States of America)
Pay Range
$24.28 - $39.43/Hourly
Grade
6
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO STATEMENT:
1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
MASS GENERAL BRIGHAM COMPETENCY FRAMEWORK
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
INTRODUCTION
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
JOB SUMMARY
Carries out a broad range of technically advanced research activities and procedures; evaluates conclusions and has considerable latitude to modify or devise methods and techniques as necessary to achieve desired results; typically supervises technical and sometimes administrative elements of the research unit.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Executes protocols for non-routine experiments.
- Assists the PI in determining the most suitable methodology.
- Performs basic design and modification of protocols.
- Calculates, transcribes, and analyzes data.
- Prepares and presents reports.
- Organizes and summarizes acquired data using scientific and statistical techniques.
- Participates in the design of experiments or fieldwork.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Bachelor's Degree in a related field of Study required
Experience
- Previous Research Lab Experience 1-2 years required
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Analytical skills and the ability to resolve technical problems
- Ability to interpret the acceptability of data results
- Strong Computer skills
- Demonstrated competence in research techniques and methodologies
ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS (IF APPLICABLE)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
123 Main Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Rotating (United States of America)
Pay Range
$24.28 - $39.43/Hourly
Grade
6
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO STATEMENT:
1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
MASS GENERAL BRIGHAM COMPETENCY FRAMEWORK
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Lab Associate
Match your degree to the lab role
E-3 visa eligibility hinges on your degree field aligning with the Lab Associate position. A biochemistry or biology degree supporting a molecular biology role is clean. A general science degree supporting a highly specialized assay role may need a credential evaluation to satisfy USCIS specialty occupation requirements.
Target labs with active LCA filing histories
Research institutions, hospital systems, and biotech companies that regularly sponsor visa holders have existing HR workflows for LCA certification with the DOL. Targeting these employers cuts the internal approval delays that stall offers at organizations filing their first E-3 ever.
Raise sponsorship before the offer stage
Hiring managers in lab environments often confuse the E-3 with the H-1B lottery. Clarifying early that E-3 sponsorship requires no lottery entry and no cap registration gives employers the accurate picture they need to move forward without unnecessary hesitation.
Get your academic transcripts evaluated early
Australian three-year bachelor's degrees are generally accepted as equivalent to U.S. four-year degrees, but your employer's legal team may request a foreign credential evaluation. Having a completed evaluation ready before your offer negotiation prevents delays in the LCA filing timeline.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the LCA and paperwork
Once you have an offer, Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service handles the LCA submission to the DOL, prepares your DS-160, and supports your consulate appointment. This keeps the process moving without requiring your employer to retain separate immigration counsel.
Verify your employer's E-Verify enrollment before your start date
Most federally funded labs and university research centers are required to use E-Verify for employment eligibility. Confirming enrollment before your start date ensures your I-9 process runs cleanly and your E-3 status is properly recorded from day one.
E-3 Visa Lab Associate: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Lab Associate jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles with E-3 sponsorship. You can filter Lab Associate positions by employers who have sponsored E-3 or similar visas before, which removes the friction of approaching labs that have no sponsorship infrastructure. Generic job boards don't surface this information reliably.
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 Lab Associate role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
It depends on how the position is defined. A Lab Associate role qualifies when the employer's job description specifies a bachelor's degree in a specific scientific field such as biochemistry, microbiology, or chemistry as a minimum requirement. Roles that list a degree as preferred rather than required, or that accept any science degree interchangeably, can struggle to meet the specialty occupation standard. Asking your employer to tighten the degree requirement language in the job description before filing the LCA is a practical fix.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Lab Associate positions?
For Australian nationals, the E-3 is straightforwardly better for Lab Associate roles. There's no lottery, no annual cap of 85,000 slots, and your employer can file the LCA with the DOL and proceed to your consulate appointment without waiting for a registration selection. H-1B requires lottery entry in March for an October start, meaning a lab that wants you in June has no H-1B path at all. The E-3 allows employers to move when the role is ready.
Can I change lab employers while on an E-3?
Yes, but you can't simply transfer your existing E-3 status. Your new employer files a fresh LCA with the DOL, and you obtain a new E-3 visa stamp either through consular processing in Australia or a third country. If you're already in the U.S., you can begin working for the new employer once the new LCA is certified and your visa remains valid, but you'll need a new stamp before your next international trip.