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Research Specialist roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant scientific or technical field. Employers file PERM labor certification with DOL before sponsoring permanent residency, and research-focused institutions and biotech firms are among the most active sponsors.
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The application window will be open until at least August 14, 2026. This opportunity will remain online based on business needs which may be before or after the specified date.
In accordance with Washington state law, we are highlighting our comprehensive benefits package, which is available to all eligible US based employees. Benefits for this role include:
- Health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance
- Retirement Benefits: 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off: 20 days of vacation per year, accruing at a rate of 6.15 hours per pay period for the first five years of employment
- Sick Time: 40 hours/year (increased to 69 hours/year for Seattle) including 5 discretionary sick days per instance
- Maternity Leave (Short-Term Disability + Baby Bonding): 28-30 weeks
- Baby Bonding Leave: 18 weeks
- Holidays: 13 paid days per year
Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Mountain View, CA, USA; Boulder, CO, USA; New York, NY, USA; Seattle, WA, USA.
ABOUT THE JOB
NotebookLM (now Gemini Notebook) is transforming how people learn, create, and make sense of complex information. We are dedicated to turning language models into impactful, real-world tools that augment human intellect. As a Staff User Experience (UX) Researcher, you will act as a player-coach in a highly ambiguous, fast-moving environment. You will be a core member of the team working alongside Product Managers, Designers, and Engineers to drive the product roadmap. You will have the opportunity to impact all stages of product development by conducting foundational research to define long-term goals, executing evaluative research plans, and overseeing feature rollouts. Labs is a group focused on incubating early-stage efforts in support of Google’s mission to organize the world’s information and make it universally accessible and useful. Our team exists to help discover and create new ways to advance our core products through exploration and the application of new technologies. We work to build new solutions that have the potential to transform how users interact with Google. Our goal is to drive innovation by developing new Google products and capabilities that deliver significant impact over longer timeframes. Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
US: $188000 - $274000 (USD) + 20% bonus target + equity + benefits
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 8 years of experience in an applied research setting, or similar.
- Experience with mixed-methods research, including surveys, interviewing, and data analysis.
- Experience with experimental statistics and quantitative data analysis.
- Experience conducting research across all stages of the product development lifecycle.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree or PhD in Human-Computer Interaction, Cognitive Science, Statistics, Psychology, Anthropology, or a related field.
- 7 years of experience working with executive leadership (e.g., Director level and above).
- 5 years of experience managing projects, and working in a large, matrixed organization.
- Experience with Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning technologies.
- Experience working in startup environments or scaling nascent products.
Responsibilities
- Partner closely with Gemini Notebook leads, Product Management, UX Design, and Engineering across the product lifecycle.
- Own and drive research roadmaps with multi-phase projects across tactical efforts.
- Design, plan, and execute mixed-methods research, including surveys, concept testing, and experimental statistics.
- Synthesize qualitative and quantitative data to answer product questions and shape the direction of new user experiences.
- Advocate for research findings to audiences and cross-functional stakeholders, including executives.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.
INTRODUCTION
The application window will be open until at least August 14, 2026. This opportunity will remain online based on business needs which may be before or after the specified date.
In accordance with Washington state law, we are highlighting our comprehensive benefits package, which is available to all eligible US based employees. Benefits for this role include:
- Health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance
- Retirement Benefits: 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off: 20 days of vacation per year, accruing at a rate of 6.15 hours per pay period for the first five years of employment
- Sick Time: 40 hours/year (increased to 69 hours/year for Seattle) including 5 discretionary sick days per instance
- Maternity Leave (Short-Term Disability + Baby Bonding): 28-30 weeks
- Baby Bonding Leave: 18 weeks
- Holidays: 13 paid days per year
Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Mountain View, CA, USA; Boulder, CO, USA; New York, NY, USA; Seattle, WA, USA.
ABOUT THE JOB
NotebookLM (now Gemini Notebook) is transforming how people learn, create, and make sense of complex information. We are dedicated to turning language models into impactful, real-world tools that augment human intellect. As a Staff User Experience (UX) Researcher, you will act as a player-coach in a highly ambiguous, fast-moving environment. You will be a core member of the team working alongside Product Managers, Designers, and Engineers to drive the product roadmap. You will have the opportunity to impact all stages of product development by conducting foundational research to define long-term goals, executing evaluative research plans, and overseeing feature rollouts. Labs is a group focused on incubating early-stage efforts in support of Google’s mission to organize the world’s information and make it universally accessible and useful. Our team exists to help discover and create new ways to advance our core products through exploration and the application of new technologies. We work to build new solutions that have the potential to transform how users interact with Google. Our goal is to drive innovation by developing new Google products and capabilities that deliver significant impact over longer timeframes. Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
US: $188000 - $274000 (USD) + 20% bonus target + equity + benefits
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 8 years of experience in an applied research setting, or similar.
- Experience with mixed-methods research, including surveys, interviewing, and data analysis.
- Experience with experimental statistics and quantitative data analysis.
- Experience conducting research across all stages of the product development lifecycle.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree or PhD in Human-Computer Interaction, Cognitive Science, Statistics, Psychology, Anthropology, or a related field.
- 7 years of experience working with executive leadership (e.g., Director level and above).
- 5 years of experience managing projects, and working in a large, matrixed organization.
- Experience with Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning technologies.
- Experience working in startup environments or scaling nascent products.
Responsibilities
- Partner closely with Gemini Notebook leads, Product Management, UX Design, and Engineering across the product lifecycle.
- Own and drive research roadmaps with multi-phase projects across tactical efforts.
- Design, plan, and execute mixed-methods research, including surveys, concept testing, and experimental statistics.
- Synthesize qualitative and quantitative data to answer product questions and shape the direction of new user experiences.
- Advocate for research findings to audiences and cross-functional stakeholders, including executives.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Research Specialist
Document your research outputs before applying
Compile publications, conference presentations, grant contributions, and data collection protocols into a portfolio. PERM requires employers to prove your qualifications match the role, so concrete evidence of your research output strengthens the labor certification case.
Target institutions with active PERM filing histories
Universities, federal research contractors, pharmaceutical firms, and government-funded labs file PERM for Research Specialists far more often than general corporate employers. Filter your job search to organizations that already have an established sponsorship infrastructure for research roles.
Search open positions through Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters Research Specialist listings by green card sponsorship history, so you're not guessing which employers will sponsor. Search by role and location to surface positions at institutions that have filed for research staff before.
Clarify whether EB-2 or EB-3 applies to your credentials
EB-2 covers candidates with an advanced degree or equivalent professional standing in your research field. EB-3 covers those with a bachelor's degree and at least two years of relevant experience. The category your employer files under affects your priority date and wait time, so clarify this before accepting an offer.
Ask employers how they handle concurrent I-140 filing
Some Research Specialist sponsors file the I-140 immigrant petition concurrently with PERM approval, which can shorten your overall green card timeline. Ask your prospective employer whether they use concurrent filing and whether they cover premium processing fees for the I-140.
Align your academic credentials with the PERM job description
PERM locks in the minimum requirements for the position. If your actual degree differs from what the employer lists, DOL can flag a mismatch during audit. Confirm before the job description is finalized that your credentials match the stated educational and experience requirements.
Green Card Research Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Research Specialist role typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
It depends on the job requirements the employer defines. If the position requires a master's degree or its equivalent in a specialized research field, EB-2 is the likely category. If a bachelor's degree with at least two years of relevant experience satisfies the role, EB-3 applies. Many research institutions file under EB-2 for senior or specialized positions and EB-3 for entry-level research staff.
How does the green card PERM process differ from H-1B sponsorship for Research Specialists?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant visa with a three-year initial period and an annual lottery cap for most applicants. PERM-based green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most countries, though priority date backlogs affect nationals from India and China. PERM also requires DOL labor market testing before USCIS can approve the I-140 petition, making the process longer but the outcome permanent.
How long does the PERM green card process take for a Research Specialist?
The PERM labor certification stage currently averages several months to over a year at DOL, depending on whether the application is audited. After PERM approval, USCIS adjudicates the I-140 petition, which can take additional months without premium processing. For nationals from countries without backlogged priority dates, adjustment of status can follow relatively quickly. For Indian and Chinese nationals, EB-3 wait times can extend many years beyond I-140 approval.
What makes a Research Specialist position strong enough for PERM sponsorship?
The role must require a specific degree in a directly related field, not just any bachelor's degree. Positions that demand specialized methodological skills, domain expertise, or research experience in a defined scientific area are more defensible in PERM. A role described too broadly, where almost any degree would qualify, can face DOL scrutiny during the recruitment and audit stages of labor certification.
Where can I find Research Specialist jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It surfaces Research Specialist positions at employers with documented green card sponsorship histories, so you can filter out roles where sponsorship is unlikely. This is more targeted than general job boards, which rarely surface verified sponsorship status for individual postings.