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Research Technician roles at universities, pharmaceutical companies, and federal research institutions regularly qualify for EB-3 skilled worker sponsorship through PERM labor certification. Employers document the recruitment process, file an I-140 immigrant petition, and sponsor you for lawful permanent residency. Positions requiring a bachelor's degree in a scientific field may also qualify for EB-2 sponsorship.
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Job Location (Full Address):
601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642
Opening:
Worker Subtype: Regular
Time Type: Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Department: 220946 Biomedical Eng - SEO Undergrad
Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America)
Range: UR URG 105 H
Compensation Range: $19.96 - $27.94
The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Responsibilities:
Provides routine technical support for research activities and laboratory support for Professor Regine Choe’s research lab. This role will adapt procedures, techniques, tools, materials, and/or equipment to meet specialized needs of research lab. Under the guidance of Prof. Choe, they will assist with the screening subjects for clinical research eligibility, obtaining consent, and communicating with clinical care team. In addition, they will assist with collecting data from human subjects using non-invasive devices from the lab. May support, assist and train other lab members as needed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Screening the cardiac arrest patients for noninvasive brain monitoring with optical study, communicating with clinical team and engineering team, obtaining consents from the legally authorized representatives or the patients
- Operating the noninvasive optical instruments to collect data from human subjects to monitor the brain function
- Make amendments to IRB protocols as needed and renew annually, keep compliance with IRB rules for human subject studies
- Training new lab members how to perform optical measurements, screening, and communication with clinical team so that they can help off-hours and during weekends
- Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
High School diploma or GED required
1 year experience performing basic sampling, monitoring or research activities, compiling and collecting data and preparing reports required or equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge of OSHA safety requirements and scientific methods required
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Experience in human subject research, data analysis and presentation, statistics preferred
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biomedical Engineering, or related field of study preferred
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As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.
Job Location (Full Address):
601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642
Opening:
Worker Subtype: Regular
Time Type: Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Department: 220946 Biomedical Eng - SEO Undergrad
Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America)
Range: UR URG 105 H
Compensation Range: $19.96 - $27.94
The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Responsibilities:
Provides routine technical support for research activities and laboratory support for Professor Regine Choe’s research lab. This role will adapt procedures, techniques, tools, materials, and/or equipment to meet specialized needs of research lab. Under the guidance of Prof. Choe, they will assist with the screening subjects for clinical research eligibility, obtaining consent, and communicating with clinical care team. In addition, they will assist with collecting data from human subjects using non-invasive devices from the lab. May support, assist and train other lab members as needed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Screening the cardiac arrest patients for noninvasive brain monitoring with optical study, communicating with clinical team and engineering team, obtaining consents from the legally authorized representatives or the patients
- Operating the noninvasive optical instruments to collect data from human subjects to monitor the brain function
- Make amendments to IRB protocols as needed and renew annually, keep compliance with IRB rules for human subject studies
- Training new lab members how to perform optical measurements, screening, and communication with clinical team so that they can help off-hours and during weekends
- Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
High School diploma or GED required
1 year experience performing basic sampling, monitoring or research activities, compiling and collecting data and preparing reports required or equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge of OSHA safety requirements and scientific methods required
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Experience in human subject research, data analysis and presentation, statistics preferred
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biomedical Engineering, or related field of study preferred
The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Research Technician
Match your credentials to SOC codes
Research Technician roles are typically filed under SOC 19-4000 series codes. Confirm your employer intends to use the correct occupational code before PERM is filed, since mismatches between your duties and the SOC classification can trigger DOL audit flags.
Target employers with active PERM history
Universities, biotech firms, and federal contractors file PERM applications far more consistently than private-sector labs. Filter your job search to institutions with documented sponsorship history rather than relying on a recruiter's general assurances about green card support.
Search green card sponsoring roles on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters Research Technician openings by employers who have actively sponsored green cards, so you can target your applications to positions where PERM sponsorship is already part of the hiring model rather than a negotiation you initiate.
Verify your degree equivalency before PERM starts
If your bachelor's degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation completed before your employer begins PERM recruitment. USCIS scrutinizes foreign degree equivalencies at the I-140 stage, and a missing evaluation is one of the most common petition delays.
Negotiate sponsorship terms in writing before accepting
Ask your offer letter or employment agreement to confirm the employer will cover PERM and I-140 filing costs. Some labs shift fees to employees, which DOL rules restrict for certain charges, so getting this in writing protects you if the arrangement changes after you start.
Understand how your country of birth affects your timeline
EB-3 priority dates for research roles are current for most nationalities, but workers born in India or China face multi-year backlogs even after I-140 approval. Check the USCIS Visa Bulletin before accepting an offer so you can plan your status bridge realistically.
Green Card Research Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Research Technician roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Research Technician positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers, since the role typically requires a bachelor's degree in a life science, chemistry, or engineering field. If the position requires an advanced degree or your employer can document that the role demands graduate-level expertise, EB-2 sponsorship is possible. The classification depends on the specific job duties and minimum requirements your employer defines in the PERM application.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for a Research Technician?
H-1B visa sponsorship is temporary and subject to an annual lottery, while PERM-based green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no cap concerns at the EB-3 level for most nationalities. The tradeoff is time: PERM labor certification, I-140 approval, and adjustment of status together can take two to four years before the process completes, depending on your country of birth and USCIS processing speeds.
What does the PERM labor certification process look like for a Research Technician employer?
Your employer must conduct a DOL-supervised recruitment campaign to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers were available for the role at the offered terms. This includes job postings, newspaper advertisements, and internal notices across a set timeframe. The employer then submits the application through DOL's PERM system. You're not a party to this filing, but your job duties and minimum qualifications must match exactly what was advertised.
Where can I find Research Technician jobs where employers are already open to green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search Research Technician openings filtered by employers with documented green card sponsorship history, so you can identify institutions that have already committed to PERM-based hiring rather than hoping sponsorship comes up during negotiations. Focusing on employers with prior PERM filings in your field significantly improves your chances of receiving a sponsorship offer.
Can my employer start PERM while I'm on OPT or H-1B status?
Yes. Employers regularly begin the PERM process while a worker holds OPT, STEM OPT, or H-1B status. Starting early is practical because PERM and I-140 approval can take over a year, and having an approved I-140 earlier establishes your priority date and may protect your status under AC21 portability rules if you need to change employers later in the process.