E-3 Visa Senior Clinical Research Scientist Jobs
Senior Clinical Research Scientist roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in life sciences, clinical pharmacology, or a related field. Australian nationals can apply without entering a lottery, making U.S. biotech, pharma, and CRO employers realistic targets year-round.
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About AbbVie
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
Job Description
Purpose
This position brings an opportunity to make innovative contributions that will define how AbbVie leverages AI-enabled drug discovery across our small molecule portfolio. Reports to Head of Computational Drug Discovery (CDD) and will lead the computational HitGen/LeadGen (HGLG) team. Will implement and enable close collaboration between members of the HGLG team and partners in the Target Enabling Technologies (TET) and Global Medicinal Chemistry (GMEC) teams. Must possess a strong expertise in modern medicinal chemistry, including a deep understanding of modern computational and experimental strategies, and property-based drug design. The ideal candidate will have a strong and established background from having worked on a broad range of diverse early-stage campaigns, and an established external footprint and network. Past experience will have included mentorship of early/mid-career scientists in matrixed and/or direct reporting relationships.
Responsibilities
- Consult with project team to establish desirable project-relevant hit/lead criteria, and assigning an HGLG member to the project team that can execute these goals for accelerated identification of suitable chemical matter
- Guide HGLG members in benchmarking experiments to evaluate models’ performance and domain of applicability
- Clearly communicate to project teams the rationale for selecting specific approaches and how they suit project needs
- Lead development of a cohesive collection of cutting-edge methods and workflows, to comprehensively address AbbVie’s small molecule portfolio needs (methods for predicting binding affinities of diverse chemotypes, for predict pharmacological properties for diverse chemotypes (PK parameters, etc.), and for rapidly sampling both enumerated and AI-generated chemical spaces
- Work closely with the TET and GMEC leadership teams to identify and address gaps where computational predictions are needed
- Advance scientific expertise within the HGLG team and collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams from CDD and Information Research to advance programs and ensure computational capabilities are best implemented across programs
- Proactively demonstrate leadership by providing expert advice and shared knowledge with direct reports, peers, and senior management
- Identify and integrate emerging scientific trends from internal and external sources into functional objectives
- Present program updates and research strategies to functional and non-functional leaders as well as potential and existing partners
- Maintain awareness of emerging literature and science in the field and author scientific disclosures/publications
- Maintain scientific presence outside AbbVie with appropriate publication and conference abstract submission highlighting innovative learnings in computational medicinal chemistry
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent education in science-related field with extensive (typically > 18 years) of related work; Master’s Degree or equivalent education with extensive (typically > 16 years) of related work; PhD in Science or related field with typically 10+ years of related work experience
- Highly organized and self-directed, experience leading multiple complex simultaneous research programs or initiatives
- Extensive knowledge and experience in applying data science approaches for drug discovery
- Extensive knowledge and experience in modern computational approaches for drug discovery
- Excellent written and verbal communication, as well as critical evaluation and data-driven decision making, particularly including an ability to explain complex ideas to non-specialists
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to think critically and creatively, and provide solutions both individually and collaboratively with internal experts
- Proven team leadership and management abilities, including experience mentoring, guiding, supervising, and developing scientific personnel with various backgrounds and training levels
- Highly collaborative, team-oriented, and considerate of the needs of others
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with diverse groups within the organization and external partners
- Ability to create an inclusive environment where diverse ideas, viewpoints and backgrounds are valued; willingness and ability to lead inclusively and demonstrate a commitment to listen and consider all points of view
Additional Information
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
- The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
- We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
- This job is eligible to participate in our long-term incentive programs.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html
US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:
https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html
Company Description
About AbbVie
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
Job Description
Purpose
This position brings an opportunity to make innovative contributions that will define how AbbVie leverages AI-enabled drug discovery across our small molecule portfolio. Reports to Head of Computational Drug Discovery (CDD) and will lead the computational HitGen/LeadGen (HGLG) team. Will implement and enable close collaboration between members of the HGLG team and partners in the Target Enabling Technologies (TET) and Global Medicinal Chemistry (GMEC) teams. Must possess a strong expertise in modern medicinal chemistry, including a deep understanding of modern computational and experimental strategies, and property-based drug design. The ideal candidate will have a strong and established background from having worked on a broad range of diverse early-stage campaigns, and an established external footprint and network. Past experience will have included mentorship of early/mid-career scientists in matrixed and/or direct reporting relationships.
Responsibilities
- Consult with project team to establish desirable project-relevant hit/lead criteria, and assigning an HGLG member to the project team that can execute these goals for accelerated identification of suitable chemical matter
- Guide HGLG members in benchmarking experiments to evaluate models’ performance and domain of applicability
- Clearly communicate to project teams the rationale for selecting specific approaches and how they suit project needs
- Lead development of a cohesive collection of cutting-edge methods and workflows, to comprehensively address AbbVie’s small molecule portfolio needs (methods for predicting binding affinities of diverse chemotypes, for predict pharmacological properties for diverse chemotypes (PK parameters, etc.), and for rapidly sampling both enumerated and AI-generated chemical spaces
- Work closely with the TET and GMEC leadership teams to identify and address gaps where computational predictions are needed
- Advance scientific expertise within the HGLG team and collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams from CDD and Information Research to advance programs and ensure computational capabilities are best implemented across programs
- Proactively demonstrate leadership by providing expert advice and shared knowledge with direct reports, peers, and senior management
- Identify and integrate emerging scientific trends from internal and external sources into functional objectives
- Present program updates and research strategies to functional and non-functional leaders as well as potential and existing partners
- Maintain awareness of emerging literature and science in the field and author scientific disclosures/publications
- Maintain scientific presence outside AbbVie with appropriate publication and conference abstract submission highlighting innovative learnings in computational medicinal chemistry
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent education in science-related field with extensive (typically > 18 years) of related work; Master’s Degree or equivalent education with extensive (typically > 16 years) of related work; PhD in Science or related field with typically 10+ years of related work experience
- Highly organized and self-directed, experience leading multiple complex simultaneous research programs or initiatives
- Extensive knowledge and experience in applying data science approaches for drug discovery
- Extensive knowledge and experience in modern computational approaches for drug discovery
- Excellent written and verbal communication, as well as critical evaluation and data-driven decision making, particularly including an ability to explain complex ideas to non-specialists
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to think critically and creatively, and provide solutions both individually and collaboratively with internal experts
- Proven team leadership and management abilities, including experience mentoring, guiding, supervising, and developing scientific personnel with various backgrounds and training levels
- Highly collaborative, team-oriented, and considerate of the needs of others
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with diverse groups within the organization and external partners
- Ability to create an inclusive environment where diverse ideas, viewpoints and backgrounds are valued; willingness and ability to lead inclusively and demonstrate a commitment to listen and consider all points of view
Additional Information
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
- The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
- We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
- This job is eligible to participate in our long-term incentive programs.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html
US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:
https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Senior Clinical Research Scientist
Translate your AHPRA credentials for U.S. employers
U.S. hiring managers may not recognize Australian regulatory frameworks. Frame your TGA trial experience and GCP certifications in terms of FDA Part 11 compliance and ICH E6 standards so your credentials read as directly transferable on your resume and during interviews.
Target pharma and CRO sponsors by therapeutic area
Sponsors filing LCAs for clinical research scientists cluster in oncology, rare disease, and CNS. Focus outreach on mid-size CROs and specialty pharma companies in Boston, San Francisco, and the Research Triangle, where E-3 visa sponsorship decisions move faster than at large enterprises.
Clarify your protocol role before the offer stage
Employers sometimes confuse Senior Clinical Research Scientist with CRA or CRC titles. Confirm your role involves protocol design, data interpretation, or regulatory submission writing, since those duties support the specialty occupation classification DOL requires for a certified LCA.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork
Once you have a written offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to manage the LCA submission to DOL, prepare your DS-160, and organize your consulate packet so nothing delays your start date.
Request a certified LCA before resigning your current role
DOL certifies most LCAs within seven business days, but clinical research titles occasionally attract audits tied to prevailing wage level. Get written confirmation that your employer has the certified LCA in hand before you give notice in Australia.
Prepare a degree equivalency letter if your qualification is a three-year bachelor's
Australian three-year science degrees are generally accepted for E-3 purposes, but consular officers can question equivalency. A credential evaluation letter from a NACES-member organization eliminates that uncertainty at your visa interview, especially for roles requiring a specific scientific discipline.
E-3 Visa Senior Clinical Research Scientist: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Senior Clinical Research Scientist jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Search Migrate Mate to find Senior Clinical Research Scientist roles at U.S. employers with active E-3 sponsorship history. Filtering by visa type saves significant time compared to contacting companies cold, since many pharma and CRO employers sponsor E-3 workers but don't advertise it explicitly in job postings.
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 Senior Clinical Research Scientist role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes. The role requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific scientific discipline such as pharmacology, biochemistry, or clinical sciences, and involves duties like protocol development, regulatory submissions, or safety data analysis. That combination satisfies the specialty occupation definition DOL uses when reviewing LCA applications for E-3 petitions.
How does the E-3 visa compare to the H-1B for this role?
Both visas require specialty occupation status, but the E-3 has no annual cap and no lottery, so your employer can file at any point in the year and expect a decision within weeks. The H-1B visa cap is 85,000 slots annually with a competitive lottery, meaning many qualified candidates wait a year or more before starting. For Australians, the E-3 is the practical path.
Can I change employers or move to a different sponsor on the E-3?
Yes, but each new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL and you'll need a new visa stamp if your current stamp has expired. There's no portability rule equivalent to the H-1B's 60-day transfer window, so coordinate your start date carefully with the new employer's LCA certification timeline to avoid a gap in authorized employment status.