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Green card Administrative Assistant jobs offer international workers a path to permanent U.S. residency through employer sponsorship. Most roles qualify under the EB-3 green card category through the PERM labor certification process, with some senior or bilingual positions meeting EB-2 green card standards. The process takes longer than a standard work visa but ends with a green card rather than visa renewals.
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INTRODUCTION
BioNTech is seeking a highly motivated Senior Administrative Assistant to join our growing Global Commercial team based in our Berkeley Heights, NJ office. In this exciting position you will provide extensive administrative support to the SVP, Global Product Strategy and VP, Head of Global Commercialization across the Global Commercial organizations.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide administrative and coordination support to the Global Product Strategy oncology team and related commercial teams, enabling efficient planning, documentation and communication across projects and meetings.
- Manage complex calendars, meeting scheduling, correspondence, filing and logistical arrangements, while ensuring activities are handled in line with company policies.
- Plan and organize internal meetings and workshops, prepare agendas and materials, coordinate attendees, take minutes, track action items and ensure timely follow up.
- Arrange detailed domestic and international travel itineraries, handle travel logistics, and process expense reports with meticulous attention to accuracy and compliance.
- Support project leads with basic project coordination, tracking timelines and deliverables, maintaining project documentation and facilitating information flow within oncology teams.
- Maintain shared drives, databases and tracking tools, ensure accurate records, support onboarding and access requests, and serve as point of contact for administrative systems queries.
- Partner with cross-functional stakeholders across Global Commercial Strategy, Finance, Procurement, Project Management, Medical Affairs, Legal, Compliance, Senior Leadership, and other internal support functions.
- Organize and coordinate off-site meetings, conferences, and company-wide events, handling all aspects of logistics, materials preparation, and post-event follow-up to ensure successful execution.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- A minimum of a high school diploma is required.
- A minimum of 5 years of administrative experience is required, ideally in a fast-paced, dynamic professional environment.
- Demonstrated flexibility and professional maturity to readily understand business priorities and anticipate needs.
- Must have a positive “can do” attitude, be a consummate team player, show excellent judgment as well as work well independently.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint.
- Must have strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to effectively multitask while handling a wide range of responsibilities, including confidential information.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
- Experience in the life science industry.
- Previous experience with Concur expense and travel software.
YOUR BENEFITS AND REMUNERATION
Expected Pay Range: $85,700/year to $137,100/year + benefits, annual bonus & equity (bonus and equity is variable and dependent on company and individual performance). Compensation for the role will depend on several factors, including responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
BioNTech US is committed to employee wellbeing and offers best-in-class benefits & HR programs to support an inclusive & diverse workforce. Salaried/Position-Targeted Hourly Employees working 30+ hours per week are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include but are not limited to:
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Life, AD&D, Critical Illness Insurance
- Pre-tax HSA & FSA, DCRA Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance & Concierge Program (EAP) available 24/7
- Parental and Childbirth Leave & Family Planning Assistance
- Sitterstream: Virtual Tutoring & Childcare Membership
- Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, Bereavement, Holidays (including Floating) & Year-End U.S. Shutdown.
- 401(K) Plan with Company Match
- Tuition Reimbursement & Student Loan Assistance Programs
- Wellbeing Incentive Platforms & Incentives
- Professional Development Programs
- Commuting Allowance and subsidized parking
- Discounted Home, Auto & Pet Insurance
…and more! More details to be shared.
LOCATION
New Jersey, US
EEO STATEMENT
BioNTech does not tolerate discrimination, favoritism or harassment based on gender, political views, religion or belief, nationality, ethnic or social origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, physical appearance, health status or any other physical or personal characteristics. BioNTech is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. The main thing is that you suit us, and we suit you!
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Translate your credentials before applying
If your degree or professional certificates are from outside the U.S., get them evaluated by a NACES-approved credential evaluator before employers begin PERM. Unevaluated foreign credentials can stall the labor certification filing and delay your entire green card timeline.
Target larger employers with established sponsorship programs
Government agencies, healthcare systems, and large corporations are the most consistent green card sponsors for Administrative Assistant roles, since they have HR teams experienced with PERM filings and the documentation burden it requires.
Search sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Administrative Assistant openings by employers with active green card filing history. This cuts out roles where sponsorship is possible in theory but unlikely in practice, so you spend time on applications that can actually lead to PERM.
Verify the prevailing wage before your offer
Before accepting an offer, check the OFLC Wage Search to confirm the employer's offered wage meets the DOL prevailing wage for your metropolitan area and skill level. An offer below the prevailing wage will fail the PERM process, even if the employer is willing to sponsor.
Understand the PERM recruitment documentation requirement
PERM requires your employer to run a formal recruitment process showing no qualified U.S. worker is available. Ask your prospective employer early whether their HR team has completed PERM filings before, since inexperienced employers often underestimate the documentation burden.
Distinguish EB-3 from EB-2 for your application
Most Administrative Assistant roles are classified under EB-3 as skilled workers, which suits candidates with a two-year degree or equivalent experience. EB-2 applies if the position genuinely requires an advanced degree, which is rare for this title and must be documented in the PERM job description.
Green Card Administrative Assistant: Frequently Asked Questions
Can an Administrative Assistant role qualify for green card sponsorship?
Yes. Administrative Assistant positions regularly qualify under the EB-3 skilled worker or professional category through the PERM labor certification process. The employer must demonstrate that no qualified U.S. worker is available for the role and that the offered wage meets DOL prevailing wage standards for your location and experience level.
How does EB-3 green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
H-1B visa requires a specialty occupation and is subject to an annual lottery with an 85,000-slot cap, making it unavailable to many Administrative Assistant roles. EB-3 sponsorship has no annual cap at the petition level, leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary status, and does not require the role to meet a specialty occupation standard.
How long does the PERM and green card process typically take for Administrative Assistants?
The full process generally runs two to four years from PERM filing to a green card, depending on DOL processing times and your country of birth. PERM adjudication alone currently averages well over a year at the analyst review stage. Nationals of countries without significant backlog, such as Australia or the United Kingdom, often move faster than those from India or China.
Where can I find Administrative Assistant jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Use Migrate Mate to search Administrative Assistant openings filtered by employers with documented green card filing history. This approach surfaces roles where sponsorship is a realistic part of the hiring conversation, not just an afterthought listed in a job description to attract candidates.
Does the Administrative Assistant job description affect my green card category?
Significantly. The exact duties and stated educational requirements in the PERM job order determine whether your role qualifies as EB-3 skilled worker, EB-3 professional, or potentially EB-2. If the description requires only a high school diploma plus experience, EB-3 skilled worker applies. A role requiring a bachelor's degree opens the EB-3 professional or EB-2 pathway depending on degree level.