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Postdoctoral research scientist roles at U.S. universities and research institutions qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process. Employers recruit, file a prevailing wage determination with DOL, and petition USCIS, leading to permanent residency rather than a temporary status tied to a single employer.
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The Department of Pharmacology and Neuroscience, Creighton University School of Medicine in Omaha, NE, is seeking a Research Scientist or Postdoctoral Research Fellow. This position is for a project funded by NIH. Focus on airway hyperresponsiveness and airway inflammation are hallmarks of asthma that is clinically managed with β2-agonist bronchodilators and inhaled corticosteroids. Refractory asthma manifests with persistent symptoms despite the use of high-dose oral corticosteroids and long-acting β2-agonists and poses a major healthcare challenge. Understanding the molecular mechanisms of therapeutic resistance and developing strategies to overcome such resistance poses a significant unmet need. We are seeking a talented, highly motivated individual who is broadly interested in the molecular and cellular basis of refractory asthma. Our research focuses on understanding the molecular mechanisms of therapeutic resistance and developing new strategies to overcome such resistance in refractory asthma. An ideal candidate will be expected to develop the project independently and will also have the opportunity to interact and participate in other studies of our multidisciplinary group in the lab and throughout the department. Our research team highly values creativity and independence in a collaborative and collegial academic environment. This role will be responsible for assisting in training of laboratory staff and graduate students in research techniques as well as writing grant proposals. This is a full time, grant funded role.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Applicants should have a Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D. degree in areas related to cell and molecular biology, immunology, signal transduction, and asthma.
- One year of related experience
- Significant research accomplishments and scholarly promise. Research supported by strong publications is helpful. Prior experience in airway smooth muscle cells and mouse models of asthma would be advantageous.
HOW TO APPLY: Include the below items to application for consideration.
- Curriculum vitae
- A brief summary of research to date and preferred research directions for the next few years
About us
Creighton University is committed to providing a safe and non-discriminatory educational and employment environment. The University admits qualified students, hires qualified employees and accepts patients for treatment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or other status protected by law. Its education and employment policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other programs and activities, are administered without unlawful discrimination. Creighton complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities. Applicants with disabilities needing reasonable accommodations to complete the application or hiring process should contact Human Resources at HR@creighton.edu. Creighton University seeks candidates who understand, respect, and can contribute to the University's mission and values.
INTRODUCTION
The Department of Pharmacology and Neuroscience, Creighton University School of Medicine in Omaha, NE, is seeking a Research Scientist or Postdoctoral Research Fellow. This position is for a project funded by NIH. Focus on airway hyperresponsiveness and airway inflammation are hallmarks of asthma that is clinically managed with β2-agonist bronchodilators and inhaled corticosteroids. Refractory asthma manifests with persistent symptoms despite the use of high-dose oral corticosteroids and long-acting β2-agonists and poses a major healthcare challenge. Understanding the molecular mechanisms of therapeutic resistance and developing strategies to overcome such resistance poses a significant unmet need. We are seeking a talented, highly motivated individual who is broadly interested in the molecular and cellular basis of refractory asthma. Our research focuses on understanding the molecular mechanisms of therapeutic resistance and developing new strategies to overcome such resistance in refractory asthma. An ideal candidate will be expected to develop the project independently and will also have the opportunity to interact and participate in other studies of our multidisciplinary group in the lab and throughout the department. Our research team highly values creativity and independence in a collaborative and collegial academic environment. This role will be responsible for assisting in training of laboratory staff and graduate students in research techniques as well as writing grant proposals. This is a full time, grant funded role.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Applicants should have a Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D. degree in areas related to cell and molecular biology, immunology, signal transduction, and asthma.
- One year of related experience
- Significant research accomplishments and scholarly promise. Research supported by strong publications is helpful. Prior experience in airway smooth muscle cells and mouse models of asthma would be advantageous.
HOW TO APPLY: Include the below items to application for consideration.
- Curriculum vitae
- A brief summary of research to date and preferred research directions for the next few years
About us
Creighton University is committed to providing a safe and non-discriminatory educational and employment environment. The University admits qualified students, hires qualified employees and accepts patients for treatment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or other status protected by law. Its education and employment policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other programs and activities, are administered without unlawful discrimination. Creighton complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities. Applicants with disabilities needing reasonable accommodations to complete the application or hiring process should contact Human Resources at HR@creighton.edu. Creighton University seeks candidates who understand, respect, and can contribute to the University's mission and values.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Postdoctoral Research Scientist
Align your degree to EB-2 requirements
EB-2 requires a U.S. master's degree or foreign equivalent, or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive research experience. If your doctorate is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation done before applying so employers can confirm EB-2 eligibility from the start.
Target institutions with active PERM history
Research universities, national laboratories, and pharmaceutical companies file PERM petitions far more routinely than startups or small firms. Use Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified green card sponsorship history specifically for research scientist roles, so you're not guessing at willingness to sponsor.
Understand how prevailing wage affects your offer
Before PERM is filed, your employer must obtain a prevailing wage determination from DOL for your specific job duties and location. Check the OFLC Wage Search to see what wage level your role commands, since postdoctoral titles at universities are sometimes classified at Level I, which can create complications during recruitment.
Document research duties in precise SOC language
PERM job descriptions must match the O*NET occupational profile closely. Vague language like 'conduct experiments' increases the risk of a DOL audit. Work with your employer's immigration counsel to draft duties that reflect your actual postdoctoral work using the specific task language DOL and USCIS expect.
File your I-140 as early as your employer allows
If you're a national of India or China, your priority date determines how long you wait for a visa number to become available. The earlier your I-140 is approved, the earlier your priority date is established. Concurrent filing of I-140 and I-485 is possible when a visa number is immediately available.
Preserve your priority date if you switch employers
Once your original employer's I-140 is approved, your priority date can carry over to a new employer's I-140 petition. If your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability also lets you move to a same or similar occupation without restarting the process from the PERM stage.
Green Card Postdoctoral Research Scientist: Frequently Asked Questions
Can a postdoctoral research scientist position qualify for EB-2 green card sponsorship?
Yes. Postdoctoral research scientist roles typically require a doctoral degree in a specific scientific discipline, which satisfies the EB-2 advanced degree requirement. If your doctorate is a foreign credential, a recognized credential evaluation agency can confirm equivalency for USCIS purposes. EB-3 is also available if the role is classified as requiring a bachelor's degree with two or more years of experience.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
H-1B visa grants temporary nonimmigrant status, usually in two or three-year increments, and requires renewal tied to a specific employer. Green card sponsorship through PERM, I-140, and adjustment of status leads to permanent residency, giving you the freedom to change employers without restarting your immigration case once specific portability thresholds are met. The PERM process also involves a DOL prevailing wage determination and a formal recruitment test before USCIS adjudicates the I-140 petition.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor green cards for postdoctoral research scientists?
Many universities and research institutions sponsor green cards for postdoctoral researchers, but not all do so consistently, and institutional policies vary by department and funding source. Migrate Mate lists employers with verified green card sponsorship history for research roles, letting you focus your applications on institutions that have already demonstrated willingness to file PERM petitions for this occupation.
What happens to my green card case if I move from one research institution to another?
If your original employer's I-140 was approved, your priority date can be carried over to your new employer's I-140, so you don't lose your place in the queue. If your I-485 has been pending for at least 180 days, AC21 portability lets you transfer to a same or similar occupation without restarting from the PERM stage. Confirm the new role's SOC code matches your original petition before making the move.
Are there wait times or backlogs for postdoctoral research scientists seeking employment-based green cards?
Employment-based green cards have annual numerical limits and per-country caps, so nationals of high-demand countries such as India and China can face significant priority date backlogs regardless of their qualifications. Nationals from countries with lower demand, such as Australia or Canada, typically see much shorter waits. USCIS publishes a monthly Visa Bulletin that shows current priority dates by preference category and country of chargeability.