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Public health roles in the U.S., epidemiologists, health program managers, biostatisticians, and policy analysts, qualify as E-3 specialty occupations when they require a relevant bachelor's degree or higher. The E-3 visa has no lottery and no annual cap, making sponsorship straightforward for qualified Australian professionals with a job offer in hand.
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The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer, Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers in 2023.
Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.
The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.
Posted Job Title
Public Health Administrative Coordinator
Job Profile Title
Administrative Coordinator
Job Description Summary
Provides administrative, operational, and project support. Engages in a wide range of activities which may include travel coordination, scheduling meetings and conferences, data entry and analysis, reporting, event planning, budget tracking, and office operations.
Job Description
Job Responsibilities
Faculty and Student Support:
- Onboarding to University systems and resources
- Data collection and management
- Managing room requests
- Managing software and support services requests
- Preparing teaching agreements
Program Administration:
- Day-to-day office operations
- Supply ordering and maintaining inventory
- Data collection and management
- Inputting data into internal/external reporting systems
Event Planning:
- Managing room reservations
- Inviting/coordinating guest speakers, including travel and reimbursement
- Managing catering orders
- Onsite support of events
Communications:
- Contributing to internal and external marketing (i.e., social media, newsletters, listservs)
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
High School Grad/GE Degree, and 5 to 7 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Experience working in higher education, strongly desired.
Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Department / School
Perelman School of Medicine
Pay Range
$21.52 - $22.36 Hourly Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job’s level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
Special Requirements
Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
University Benefits
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Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
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Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
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Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
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Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family—whatever your personal needs may be.
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Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you’re newly hired, you won’t have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
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Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That’s why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
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Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
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University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University’s libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There’s always something going on at Penn, whether it’s a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you’re right in the middle of the excitement—and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
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Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
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Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
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Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
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Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.
University Overview
The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer, Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers in 2023.
Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.
The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.
Posted Job Title
Public Health Administrative Coordinator
Job Profile Title
Administrative Coordinator
Job Description Summary
Provides administrative, operational, and project support. Engages in a wide range of activities which may include travel coordination, scheduling meetings and conferences, data entry and analysis, reporting, event planning, budget tracking, and office operations.
Job Description
Job Responsibilities
Faculty and Student Support:
- Onboarding to University systems and resources
- Data collection and management
- Managing room requests
- Managing software and support services requests
- Preparing teaching agreements
Program Administration:
- Day-to-day office operations
- Supply ordering and maintaining inventory
- Data collection and management
- Inputting data into internal/external reporting systems
Event Planning:
- Managing room reservations
- Inviting/coordinating guest speakers, including travel and reimbursement
- Managing catering orders
- Onsite support of events
Communications:
- Contributing to internal and external marketing (i.e., social media, newsletters, listservs)
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
High School Grad/GE Degree, and 5 to 7 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Experience working in higher education, strongly desired.
Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Department / School
Perelman School of Medicine
Pay Range
$21.52 - $22.36 Hourly Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job’s level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
Special Requirements
Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
University Benefits
-
Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
-
Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
-
Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
-
Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family—whatever your personal needs may be.
-
Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you’re newly hired, you won’t have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
-
Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That’s why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
-
Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
-
University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University’s libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There’s always something going on at Penn, whether it’s a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you’re right in the middle of the excitement—and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
-
Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
-
Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
-
Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
-
Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship in Public Health
Align your credentials to U.S. specialty occupation standards
Your Australian public health degree must map directly to the role offered. If your qualification is in a related field like health sciences or epidemiology, prepare a credential evaluation showing equivalency to a U.S. bachelor's before applying.
Target federal, state, and county health agencies
CDC, state health departments, and county public health offices regularly sponsor E-3 visa holders. Government employers are experienced with LCA filing requirements and generally have HR teams familiar with the process for specialty occupation roles.
Search for E-3 sponsorship roles using Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters public health jobs by verified E-3 sponsorship history, so you're not cold-applying to employers unfamiliar with the visa. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork once you have an offer.
Flag your Australian citizenship early in conversations
E-3 eligibility is citizenship-based, not residency-based. Telling hiring managers upfront that you're an Australian citizen requiring E-3 sponsorship avoids confusion with H-1B visa requirements and sets accurate expectations about the filing timeline and costs.
Confirm your employer will file the LCA before signing
The DOL Labor Condition Application must be certified before your consulate appointment. Verify with HR or the hiring manager that the employer will initiate the LCA filing, since some nonprofits and smaller health organizations are unfamiliar with this step.
Prepare documentation of your public health specialization
Consular officers assess whether your degree field and the offered role are substantively related. Bring your Australian degree transcripts, a detailed position description, and any postgraduate certificates in epidemiology, biostatistics, or health policy to your interview.
E-3 Visa Public Health: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find public health jobs in the U.S. that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the recommended starting point. It surfaces public health roles with verified E-3 sponsorship history, so you're targeting employers who have already sponsored Australian professionals rather than educating a hiring manager from scratch. Government agencies, research institutions, and large health systems are the most consistent sources of E-3 sponsorship for this field.
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.
Do public health roles qualify as specialty occupations under the E-3 visa?
Yes, provided the position requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in a specifically related field such as public health, epidemiology, biostatistics, or health policy. Generalist roles where any degree qualifies can fail the specialty occupation test, so the job description needs to specify a relevant degree field, not just preference for one.
How does the E-3 visa compare to H-1B for Australian public health professionals?
The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, while H-1B registration enters a random draw with roughly a 25% selection rate. For Australians, the E-3 is the practical path: once you have a certified LCA from the DOL and a job offer, you go directly to a consulate appointment in Sydney, Melbourne, or Perth without waiting for a lottery result.
Can I switch public health employers once I'm in the U.S. on an E-3 visa?
Yes, but you need a new LCA filed and certified by the new employer before you start work with them. The E-3 is employer-specific, so you can't simply transfer it. If you're already in the U.S., the new employer files a fresh LCA with the DOL and you either apply for a change of status or attend a new consulate appointment.