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Research Fellow roles at U.S. universities, hospitals, and research institutes can qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process. Many institutions sponsor permanent residency for postdoctoral and staff researchers. Understanding how your publication record and degree level affect your sponsorship pathway matters before you apply.
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In this position, the candidates will learn strategies and techniques for LC-MS analysis, drug optimization and lead drug candidate selection, pharmacokinetics and drug metabolism, clinical sample analysis and clinical pharmacokinetics, and mass spectrometry imaging of small molecules, endogenous metabolites, lipids, proteins on tissue sections.
- LC-MS bioanalysis method development, validation, and samples analysis to clinical studies, which focus on a phase 1 single dose study to evaluate the pharmacokinetic and local GI drug release/dissolution of new drug formulation.
- Metabolite identification using LC-MS/MS in microsomal incubation and in vivo biological matrix.
- Mass spectrometry imaging of small molecules from tissue samples.
- Quantitative LC-MS analysis of compounds in biological matrix of preclinical samples.
- Lead optimization, in vitro preclinical studies and clinical pharmacokinetic analysis.
- In-vivo animal PK study samples analysis by working with animal team.
- Targeted metabolomics studies for routine quantitation of well characterized metabolites, or untargeted metabolomics to discover biomarkers.
- Independent preparation of study reports.
Required Qualifications*
- PhD degree in analytical chemistry, chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, pharmacology and related fields.
- LC-MS skills, knowledge, and experience for small or large molecules are required.
- The candidate should be a good team player with strong oral and written communication skills.
- Knowledge and experience in metabolite identification and pharmacokinetics are preferred.
- Knowledge and experience in high resolution mass spectrometry is preferred.
- Knowledge and experience in mass spectrometry imaging with MALDI is a plus.
- Ability to work closely with others in a small team setting.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Job Opening ID
280806
Working Title
RESEARCH FELLOW
Job Title
RESEARCH FELLOW
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
College Pharmacy
Department
PHARMACY Pharmaceutical Sci
Posting Begin/End Date
7/30/2026 - 10/03/2026
Career Interest
Research Fellows
Job Summary
In this position, the candidates will learn strategies and techniques for LC-MS analysis, drug optimization and lead drug candidate selection, pharmacokinetics and drug metabolism, clinical sample analysis and clinical pharmacokinetics, and mass spectrometry imaging of small molecules, endogenous metabolites, lipids, proteins on tissue sections.
- LC-MS bioanalysis method development, validation, and samples analysis to clinical studies, which focus on a phase 1 single dose study to evaluate the pharmacokinetic and local GI drug release/dissolution of new drug formulation.
- Metabolite identification using LC-MS/MS in microsomal incubation and in vivo biological matrix.
- Mass spectrometry imaging of small molecules from tissue samples.
- Quantitative LC-MS analysis of compounds in biological matrix of preclinical samples.
- Lead optimization, in vitro preclinical studies and clinical pharmacokinetic analysis.
- In-vivo animal PK study samples analysis by working with animal team.
- Targeted metabolomics studies for routine quantitation of well characterized metabolites, or untargeted metabolomics to discover biomarkers.
- Independent preparation of study reports.
Required Qualifications*
- PhD degree in analytical chemistry, chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, pharmacology and related fields.
- LC-MS skills, knowledge, and experience for small or large molecules are required.
- The candidate should be a good team player with strong oral and written communication skills.
- Knowledge and experience in metabolite identification and pharmacokinetics are preferred.
- Knowledge and experience in high resolution mass spectrometry is preferred.
- Knowledge and experience in mass spectrometry imaging with MALDI is a plus.
- Ability to work closely with others in a small team setting.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Job Opening ID
280806
Working Title
RESEARCH FELLOW
Job Title
RESEARCH FELLOW
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
College Pharmacy
Department
PHARMACY Pharmaceutical Sci
Posting Begin/End Date
7/30/2026 - 10/03/2026
Career Interest
Research Fellows
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Research Fellow
Match your degree to the right EB category
EB-2 requires a master's degree or higher, or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive research experience. If your foreign doctorate is pending U.S. equivalency evaluation, get a credential assessment before targeting EB-2 roles to avoid mismatches at the I-140 stage.
Target institutions with active PERM filing histories
Universities, teaching hospitals, and federally funded research centers file PERM regularly for Research Fellows. Check DOL's OFLC disclosure data to confirm an institution has sponsored similar roles before reaching out, not after receiving an offer.
Use Migrate Mate to filter by sponsorship history
Searching broadly wastes time on employers who have never filed a green card petition. Use Migrate Mate to identify Research Fellow openings specifically at employers with documented EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship activity, so every application is strategically placed.
Negotiate PERM filing into your offer letter
Employers are not required to initiate PERM immediately after hiring. Clarify during the offer stage whether sponsorship is part of your employment terms, which form it takes, and approximately when the labor certification process will begin.
Verify the prevailing wage before your PERM audit
PERM requires your employer to pay at least the prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check wage levels before your employer files, since underpaying even by a small margin can trigger a PERM denial.
Document your research outputs for the I-140 petition
For EB-2 petitions, USCIS evaluates your advanced degree and specialized expertise. Compile peer-reviewed publications, grant contributions, conference presentations, and citation records now, since gathering this evidence after PERM is certified delays the I-140 filing.
Green Card Research Fellow: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Research Fellow role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Research Fellow positions typically qualify under EB-2 when the role requires a master's degree or doctorate in a specific scientific or academic field. EB-3 covers roles where a bachelor's degree satisfies the minimum requirement. Your employer's PERM application must document the actual degree requirement for the specific position, so the job description wording matters significantly.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for a Research Fellow?
H-1B visa sponsorship is temporary, capped at 85,000 per year for most petitions, and requires renewal every three years. PERM-based green card sponsorship is permanent, has no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most nationalities, and leads to lawful permanent residency. The PERM process is longer, typically 18 to 36 months from labor certification through I-485 approval, but the outcome is permanent work authorization rather than a renewable temporary status.
Which employers sponsor Research Fellows for green cards?
R1 universities, academic medical centers, federally funded national laboratories, and large pharmaceutical or biotechnology research divisions are the most consistent PERM filers for research roles. Use Migrate Mate to search Research Fellow openings filtered by employers with verified green card sponsorship history, so you can focus your applications on institutions that have completed the process before.
What is the PERM labor certification process for a Research Fellow position?
PERM, or Program Electronic Review Management, is a DOL process where your employer proves no qualified U.S. worker is available for your role at the prevailing wage. The employer conducts a supervised recruitment campaign, files the ETA Form 9089 with DOL, and if certified, proceeds to the I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. For research positions, DOL occasionally audits applications, which can add several months to the timeline.
Can a postdoctoral researcher transition directly from OPT or H-1B to a green card?
Yes. PERM sponsorship can begin while you are on OPT, H-1B, or any other valid work authorization status. Many institutions start PERM during a postdoctoral appointment, and you can continue working under your existing status while the green card process proceeds. If your OPT or H-1B expires before the I-485 is approved, your employer may need to extend your temporary status concurrently to maintain your work authorization.