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Research Specialist roles in the U.S. qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field such as social science, public health, or life sciences. The E-3 has no lottery and no cap, making it a practical path for Australian professionals with a qualifying job offer.
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The TikTok Monetization User Research team serves as the gateway to TikTok's business services, helping clients seamlessly connect with their audiences and unlock their brand's full potential. Our mission is to inspire and empower clients to achieve their goals, explore new opportunities, and create value through TikTok. In this role, you will:
- Lead strategic research to identify novel product opportunities and conduct independent research on multiple aspects of products and experiences within the Global monetization space.
- Collect and analyze user behavior through lab studies, field visits, ethnography, surveys, benchmark studies, server logs and online experiments (A/B testing).
- Work with Designers, Product Managers, Engineers and other UXRs to prioritize research opportunities in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment. Understand and incorporate complex technical and business requirements into research.
- Advocate research findings to diverse audiences through written reports and in-person presentations.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
1. Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of relevant experience within user experience, applied research setting and/or product research and development, or a Master's degree and 3+ years relevant experience, or a PhD with 1+ years of relevant experience.
2. Proven experience in both qualitative and quantitative research methods, including in-depth interviews, focus groups, concept testing, usability testing, surveys, and data analysis.
3. Ability to work independently and autonomously, managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast changing environment.
4. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate research findings into strategic narratives and influence cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in a relevant field such as Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, Sociology, Communication, Information Science, Media Studies, Computer Science, or Economics.
2. Proficiency in statistical analysis and data analysis tools such as StQL, Python, R, SPSS, or equivalent.
3. Experience working in a global organization and collaborating across diverse teams and time zones.
4. Strong understanding of user-centered design principles and experience partnering with designers, product managers, and engineers.
5. Proven ability to influence product strategy through high-quality, data-driven research.
6. Familiarity with the social media industry or content creation platforms.
About TikTok
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, and we also have offices in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.
Why Join Us
Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product is built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and bring joy – a mission we work towards every day. We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We're resilient and embrace challenges as they come. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.
Diversity & Inclusion
TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
TikTok Accommodation
TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://tinyurl.com/RA-request
Job Information
【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Annually) The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $76000 - $168000 annually. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.
Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).
The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.
For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates:
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:
1. Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;
2. Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and
3. Exercising sound judgment.
Responsibilities
The TikTok Monetization User Research team serves as the gateway to TikTok's business services, helping clients seamlessly connect with their audiences and unlock their brand's full potential. Our mission is to inspire and empower clients to achieve their goals, explore new opportunities, and create value through TikTok. In this role, you will:
- Lead strategic research to identify novel product opportunities and conduct independent research on multiple aspects of products and experiences within the Global monetization space.
- Collect and analyze user behavior through lab studies, field visits, ethnography, surveys, benchmark studies, server logs and online experiments (A/B testing).
- Work with Designers, Product Managers, Engineers and other UXRs to prioritize research opportunities in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment. Understand and incorporate complex technical and business requirements into research.
- Advocate research findings to diverse audiences through written reports and in-person presentations.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
1. Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of relevant experience within user experience, applied research setting and/or product research and development, or a Master's degree and 3+ years relevant experience, or a PhD with 1+ years of relevant experience.
2. Proven experience in both qualitative and quantitative research methods, including in-depth interviews, focus groups, concept testing, usability testing, surveys, and data analysis.
3. Ability to work independently and autonomously, managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast changing environment.
4. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate research findings into strategic narratives and influence cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in a relevant field such as Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, Sociology, Communication, Information Science, Media Studies, Computer Science, or Economics.
2. Proficiency in statistical analysis and data analysis tools such as StQL, Python, R, SPSS, or equivalent.
3. Experience working in a global organization and collaborating across diverse teams and time zones.
4. Strong understanding of user-centered design principles and experience partnering with designers, product managers, and engineers.
5. Proven ability to influence product strategy through high-quality, data-driven research.
6. Familiarity with the social media industry or content creation platforms.
About TikTok
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, and we also have offices in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.
Why Join Us
Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product is built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and bring joy – a mission we work towards every day. We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We're resilient and embrace challenges as they come. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.
Diversity & Inclusion
TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
TikTok Accommodation
TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://tinyurl.com/RA-request
Job Information
【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Annually) The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $76000 - $168000 annually. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.
Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).
The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.
For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates:
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:
1. Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;
2. Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and
3. Exercising sound judgment.
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Verify your degree maps to the role
E-3 visa eligibility requires your degree field to directly match the Research Specialist position. A public health degree supports an epidemiology research role, but a general business degree likely won't. Mismatched credentials are one of the most common reasons LCA applications stall.
Target research-intensive employers by sector
Universities, federal research institutes, contract research organizations, and think tanks routinely file LCAs for Research Specialist roles. These employers have existing compliance infrastructure, which makes the sponsorship conversation faster than with companies new to the E-3 process.
Get your employer to file the LCA early
The Labor Condition Application must be certified by DOL before you can apply for your visa. Employers sometimes delay this step. Confirm LCA submission is in the offer timeline before you accept, since DOL certification typically takes seven business days.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for end-to-end support
Once you have a job offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork from start to consulate appointment. This is especially useful if your employer has never sponsored an E-3 before and needs guidance on the process.
Find Research Specialist jobs with E-3 sponsorship on Migrate Mate
Search Migrate Mate to find Research Specialist roles where employers have E-3 sponsorship history. Filtering by employers familiar with the process saves time and avoids conversations with hiring managers who mistake the E-3 for an H-1B visa.
Prepare an equivalency letter if your degree is three years
Australian three-year bachelor's degrees are generally accepted for E-3 purposes, but some consular officers request a credential evaluation. A letter from a USCIS-recognized evaluation agency confirming U.S. bachelor's equivalency removes that uncertainty at your interview.
E-3 Visa Research Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Research Specialist jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to search for Research Specialist roles where employers are already familiar with E-3 sponsorship. Many employers who sponsor this role work in university research, public health, or policy sectors and have filed LCAs before. Searching through Migrate Mate filters results to employers with relevant sponsorship history, which shortens the hiring timeline significantly.
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 Research Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for E-3?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as public health, social science, life sciences, or a related discipline. Roles where any degree is acceptable regardless of field typically don't qualify. Your offer letter and the employer's LCA filing must both reflect the specific degree requirement clearly.
How does the E-3 compare to H-1B for Research Specialist positions?
The E-3 is available year-round with no lottery and no annual cap, while H-1B registrations are capped at 85,000 per year and selected by lottery in April. For an Australian Research Specialist, the E-3 means you can start the sponsorship process as soon as you have a job offer, rather than waiting for a lottery result that may not come.
Can I change Research Specialist employers while on an E-3?
Yes, but your new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL before you can start work. Your E-3 status is tied to the sponsoring employer, so you cannot simply transfer it. There's no formal portability rule as with some other visa categories, meaning the new LCA and visa documentation need to be in place before your first day with the new employer.