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Director of Research Operations roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification, which requires employers to document that no qualified U.S. worker is available. Research institutions, universities, and biotech firms regularly sponsor this title. The process leads to permanent residency, not a temporary status.
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2026-10-29
Country:
United States of America
Location:
OT112: CVC - CLEVELAND, OH 9800 Rockside Road, Valley View, OH, 44125 USA
Would you like to join a truly international, talent driven company that values Safety, Ethics, Quality, Innovation and Employee Opportunity?
The Cleveland branch of Otis Elevator Company is searching for a highly motivated Repair Supervisor to oversee the repair of equipment as well as employee selection, training and safety for all assigned projects. This role covers the greater Cleveland area.
On a typical day you will:
- Lead the performance of field operations for all elevator repair and testing
- Meet project deadlines and all financial performance targets including profit and working capital
- Conduct field education training ensuring that we create and maintain a safe working environment
- Perform field safety audits, jobsite inspections, and develop site safety/logistics plans
- Coordinate all material deliveries and issuing purchase orders
- Develop and maintain professional and productive relationships with co-workers, field employees, clients and others in contact with the job
- Forecast and schedule labor resources ensuring successful project completion, maintaining customer quality assurance, and improving efficiencies
- Accurately analyze situations and assist in developing contingencies for estimates
What you will need to be successful:
- 5+ years of elevator industry experience or experience leading field level associates/technicians in a similar industry highly preferred
- 5+ years in the elevator field, a trade certificate, and/or a University Degree in Engineering
- Ability to work in a highly team-oriented and dynamic environment
- Candidate must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively develop expectations and relationships with internal and external customers
- Needs to be self-motivated and able to manage many simultaneous projects and responsibilities
- Successful candidate should be very comfortable in a technical environment utilizing Microsoft based computer software
- Strong leadership skills and goal-oriented with strong time management and organizational skills
What’s In it For Me / Benefits
You will receive a long-term employment contract with the world market leader in a crisis-proof industry.
Benefits:
- 401(k) plan that includes generous company match and a separate automatic retirement contribution
- Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage for colleagues and their eligible dependents, beginning on their first day of employment
- Three weeks paid vacation and paid company holidays
- Paid sick leave - Employee assistance and wellness incentive programs
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- Voluntary benefits, such as legal, pet, home, and auto insurance
- Birth/adoption and parental leave benefits
- Adoption assistance
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Peer recognition and service anniversary awards, as well as spot performance bonus opportunities
The salary range for this role is $125,000 - $150,000. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may change in the future. Pay within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.
Apply today to join us and build what’s next!
If you live in a city, chances are we will give you a lift or play a role in keeping you moving every day.
Otis is the world’s leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation, and service company. We move 2.4 billion people every day and maintain approximately 2.4 million customer units worldwide, the industry's largest Service portfolio.
You may recognize our products in some of the world’s most famous landmarks including the Eiffel Tower, Empire State Building, Burj Khalifa and the Petronas Twin Towers! We are 72,000 people strong, including engineers, digital technology experts, sales, and functional specialists, as well as factory and field technicians, all committed to meeting the diverse needs of our customers and passengers in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. We are proud to be a diverse, global team with a proven legacy of innovation that continues to be the bedrock of a fast-moving, high-performance company.
When you join Otis, you become part of an innovative global industry leader with a resilient business model. You’ll belong to a diverse, trusted, and caring community where your contributions, and the skills and capabilities you’ll gain working alongside the best and brightest, keep us connected and on the cutting edge.
We provide opportunities, training, and resources, that build leadership and capabilities in Sales, Field, Engineering and Major Projects and our Employee Scholar Program is a notable point of pride, through which Otis sponsors colleagues to pursue degrees or certification programs.
Today, our focus more than ever is on people. As a global, people-powered company, we put people – passengers, customers, and colleagues – at the center of everything we do. We are guided by our values that we call our Three Absolutes – prioritizing Safety, Ethics, Quality in all that we do. If you would like to learn more about environmental, social and governance (ESG) at Otis.
Become a part of the Otis team and help us #Buildwhatsnext!
Otis is An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other protected class according to applicable law. To request an accommodation in completing an employment application due to a special need or a disability, please contact us at careers@otis.com.
Date Posted:
2026-10-29
Country:
United States of America
Location:
OT112: CVC - CLEVELAND, OH 9800 Rockside Road, Valley View, OH, 44125 USA
Would you like to join a truly international, talent driven company that values Safety, Ethics, Quality, Innovation and Employee Opportunity?
The Cleveland branch of Otis Elevator Company is searching for a highly motivated Repair Supervisor to oversee the repair of equipment as well as employee selection, training and safety for all assigned projects. This role covers the greater Cleveland area.
On a typical day you will:
- Lead the performance of field operations for all elevator repair and testing
- Meet project deadlines and all financial performance targets including profit and working capital
- Conduct field education training ensuring that we create and maintain a safe working environment
- Perform field safety audits, jobsite inspections, and develop site safety/logistics plans
- Coordinate all material deliveries and issuing purchase orders
- Develop and maintain professional and productive relationships with co-workers, field employees, clients and others in contact with the job
- Forecast and schedule labor resources ensuring successful project completion, maintaining customer quality assurance, and improving efficiencies
- Accurately analyze situations and assist in developing contingencies for estimates
What you will need to be successful:
- 5+ years of elevator industry experience or experience leading field level associates/technicians in a similar industry highly preferred
- 5+ years in the elevator field, a trade certificate, and/or a University Degree in Engineering
- Ability to work in a highly team-oriented and dynamic environment
- Candidate must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively develop expectations and relationships with internal and external customers
- Needs to be self-motivated and able to manage many simultaneous projects and responsibilities
- Successful candidate should be very comfortable in a technical environment utilizing Microsoft based computer software
- Strong leadership skills and goal-oriented with strong time management and organizational skills
What’s In it For Me / Benefits
You will receive a long-term employment contract with the world market leader in a crisis-proof industry.
Benefits:
- 401(k) plan that includes generous company match and a separate automatic retirement contribution
- Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage for colleagues and their eligible dependents, beginning on their first day of employment
- Three weeks paid vacation and paid company holidays
- Paid sick leave - Employee assistance and wellness incentive programs
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- Voluntary benefits, such as legal, pet, home, and auto insurance
- Birth/adoption and parental leave benefits
- Adoption assistance
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Peer recognition and service anniversary awards, as well as spot performance bonus opportunities
The salary range for this role is $125,000 - $150,000. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may change in the future. Pay within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.
Apply today to join us and build what’s next!
If you live in a city, chances are we will give you a lift or play a role in keeping you moving every day.
Otis is the world’s leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation, and service company. We move 2.4 billion people every day and maintain approximately 2.4 million customer units worldwide, the industry's largest Service portfolio.
You may recognize our products in some of the world’s most famous landmarks including the Eiffel Tower, Empire State Building, Burj Khalifa and the Petronas Twin Towers! We are 72,000 people strong, including engineers, digital technology experts, sales, and functional specialists, as well as factory and field technicians, all committed to meeting the diverse needs of our customers and passengers in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. We are proud to be a diverse, global team with a proven legacy of innovation that continues to be the bedrock of a fast-moving, high-performance company.
When you join Otis, you become part of an innovative global industry leader with a resilient business model. You’ll belong to a diverse, trusted, and caring community where your contributions, and the skills and capabilities you’ll gain working alongside the best and brightest, keep us connected and on the cutting edge.
We provide opportunities, training, and resources, that build leadership and capabilities in Sales, Field, Engineering and Major Projects and our Employee Scholar Program is a notable point of pride, through which Otis sponsors colleagues to pursue degrees or certification programs.
Today, our focus more than ever is on people. As a global, people-powered company, we put people – passengers, customers, and colleagues – at the center of everything we do. We are guided by our values that we call our Three Absolutes – prioritizing Safety, Ethics, Quality in all that we do. If you would like to learn more about environmental, social and governance (ESG) at Otis.
Become a part of the Otis team and help us #Buildwhatsnext!
Otis is An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other protected class according to applicable law. To request an accommodation in completing an employment application due to a special need or a disability, please contact us at careers@otis.com.
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Translate your credentials into PERM language
PERM job requirements must match your actual qualifications exactly. If your role requires a master's degree plus five years of research administration experience, make sure your CV, transcripts, and reference letters mirror that language precisely before recruitment begins.
Target employers with existing PERM infrastructure
Research universities, NIH-funded institutes, and life sciences companies above a certain size already have in-house immigration counsel and active PERM pipelines. Prioritize these over startups where you'd be building the sponsorship process from scratch.
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Use Migrate Mate to filter Director of Research Operations postings by employers with verified green card filing history, so you spend time on opportunities where sponsorship is already part of the hiring workflow, not an afterthought.
Clarify EB-2 versus EB-3 eligibility before accepting an offer
If your role requires an advanced degree and specialized research management skills, push for EB-2 classification. EB-2 avoids the longer priority date backlogs that EB-3 can carry for certain countries of birth, directly affecting your timeline to permanent residency.
Verify prevailing wage before the offer stage
DOL sets the wage floor your employer must pay under PERM. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location before salary negotiations, so you can confirm any offer clears the minimum required for the petition.
Understand how PERM recruitment delays affect your start date
PERM requires the employer to run a mandatory recruitment period before filing. From job posting to I-140 approval can take 18 to 24 months or longer. Factor this into your transition planning, especially if you're moving between employers mid-process.
Green Card Director Of Research Operations: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Director of Research Operations role typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3?
Most Director of Research Operations positions qualify for EB-2 because they require at minimum a master's degree in a relevant field such as life sciences, public health, or research administration, combined with substantial managerial experience. If the employer's stated minimum is a bachelor's degree with experience, EB-3 applies instead. The classification depends on what the employer formally requires, not what you personally hold.
How does the green card process differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status capped at 65,000 per year with a lottery. Green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency with no annual cap at the EB-3 level, though EB-2 and EB-3 priority date backlogs vary by country of birth. PERM also requires the employer to conduct a formal recruitment test proving no qualified U.S. worker was available, making it a more involved but permanent outcome.
How long does green card sponsorship take for this job title?
The PERM recruitment and audit phase typically takes six to twelve months. DOL certification, I-140 filing, and priority date movement add additional time. For applicants born in countries without significant backlogs, the full process from PERM filing to an approved green card can run two to four years. For applicants born in high-demand countries, priority date backlogs can extend the timeline considerably further.
Where can I find Director of Research Operations jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search Director of Research Operations roles filtered by employers with documented green card filing history. This is more reliable than scanning general job boards, where sponsorship willingness is often unclear or buried in application instructions. Focusing on employers who have filed PERM applications for similar titles in the past significantly reduces time spent on dead-end opportunities.
Can I switch employers during the green card process without losing my place in line?
Once your I-140 has been approved and your priority date has been established for at least 180 days, you can port to a new employer in a same or similar occupational category under AC21 portability rules. For Director of Research Operations roles, a comparable research administration or operations leadership position at a new employer typically satisfies the same-or-similar standard, but your new employer must be willing to continue the sponsorship.