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Research Technologist green card sponsorship follows the EB-2 or EB-3 employment-based path, requiring your employer to complete PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor before filing an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. Per-country backlogs can affect your timeline, so starting the process early with a sponsoring lab or research institution matters.
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Get Access To All JobsAPPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
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CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process . Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
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CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
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If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants .
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
The Laboratory for Synchronized Neuroengineering, Neurostimulation & Computation (SNNC Lab) in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Penn State seeks to hire a part-time Research Support Technologist to support ongoing human neuroscience and neuroengineering research. The successful candidate will assist with human-subject research studies involving electroencephalography (EEG), noninvasive brain stimulation, behavioral assessments, and multimodal physiological measurements. Responsibilities may include participant recruitment and scheduling, preparation and operation of research equipment, administration of experimental protocols, collection and organization of research data, preliminary data processing, and maintenance of study documentation. The position may also involve assisting with Institutional Review Board (IRB) compliance, experimental setup, equipment troubleshooting, and coordination of research activities. Candidates should have a background in biomedical engineering, neuroscience, psychology, or a related field. Prior experience with human-subject research, EEG, neuromodulation, behavioral experiments, or physiological data acquisition is preferred. Strong organizational, communication, and technical skills are desirable.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
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CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process . Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
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CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
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If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants .
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
The Laboratory for Synchronized Neuroengineering, Neurostimulation & Computation (SNNC Lab) in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Penn State seeks to hire a part-time Research Support Technologist to support ongoing human neuroscience and neuroengineering research. The successful candidate will assist with human-subject research studies involving electroencephalography (EEG), noninvasive brain stimulation, behavioral assessments, and multimodal physiological measurements. Responsibilities may include participant recruitment and scheduling, preparation and operation of research equipment, administration of experimental protocols, collection and organization of research data, preliminary data processing, and maintenance of study documentation. The position may also involve assisting with Institutional Review Board (IRB) compliance, experimental setup, equipment troubleshooting, and coordination of research activities. Candidates should have a background in biomedical engineering, neuroscience, psychology, or a related field. Prior experience with human-subject research, EEG, neuromodulation, behavioral experiments, or physiological data acquisition is preferred. Strong organizational, communication, and technical skills are desirable.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Research Technologist
Document your progressive research experience
EB-3 skilled worker eligibility requires at least two years of relevant experience. Compile dated employment records, lab notebooks, publications, or supervisor letters that show continuous, hands-on research technologist work before you approach potential sponsors.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your employer's PERM filing must meet the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through IV wages for Research Technologist roles in your target metro before negotiating your offer.
Find sponsors through Migrate Mate
Target employers with a documented history of employment-based green card sponsorship for research roles. Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified green card sponsorship history, searchable by role and location, so you can focus outreach on labs that have sponsored before.
Understand how PERM recruitment shapes your timeline
PERM requires your employer to run a genuine, documented recruitment test before DOL certifies the application. Delays happen when job ads don't run the full required period or when qualified U.S. worker applications aren't properly evaluated, so ask prospective employers about their PERM counsel experience.
Check your O*NET occupation code accuracy
Misclassifying your role under the wrong SOC code is a common PERM stumbling block. Review your actual duties against the O*NET profile for Research Technologists and confirm your employer's PERM filing uses the SOC code that genuinely matches your day-to-day responsibilities.
Preserve your priority date if you change employers
Once your original I-140 is approved, your priority date can transfer to a new employer's I-140 petition. If your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability also lets you change to a same or similar occupation without restarting the green card process from scratch.
Green Card Research Technologist: Frequently Asked Questions
How is green card sponsorship for Research Technologists different from H-1B sponsorship?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residence, not a temporary status tied to an employer. For Research Technologist roles, the EB-2 or EB-3 path requires your employer to complete PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor, then file an I-140 with USCIS. There is no lottery, but per-country backlogs mean nationals from high-demand countries like India and China can face significant waits before a visa number becomes available.
Does a Research Technologist role qualify under EB-2 or EB-3?
Most Research Technologist positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers, since the role typically requires at least two years of specialized experience or a bachelor's degree in a life science, chemistry, or related field. EB-2 applies if the specific position requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive research experience, which some senior or specialized lab roles do meet.
Where can I find employers who sponsor green cards for Research Technologist jobs?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history, searchable by role and location. Focusing your applications on employers who have completed the PERM and I-140 process before saves significant time, since not every lab or biotech company has the administrative infrastructure to support a multi-year sponsorship process.
What does the PERM process involve for a Research Technologist position?
PERM, filed with the Department of Labor, requires your employer to obtain a prevailing wage determination, run a documented recruitment test to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available, and certify the application. The job duties and minimum requirements listed on the PERM application must match your actual role, including the SOC code, so accuracy at this stage directly affects whether USCIS will approve the subsequent I-140.
Can I keep my priority date if my sponsoring employer changes after I-140 approval?
Yes. Once your I-140 petition is approved, that priority date can be retained and transferred to a new employer's I-140 filing, even if the original employer withdraws the petition. Separately, if your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you move to a same or similar occupation without restarting the PERM process entirely.