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Biochemist roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations under USCIS guidelines, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in biochemistry, chemistry, or a closely related field. Employers filing H-1B petitions for biochemists must certify a prevailing wage through the DOL before USCIS can approve your petition.
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Company Description
Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.
The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.
In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 54 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.
In 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 6.72 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.
Job Description
- Analytical skills including Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS) and Reversed Phase High Performance Liquid Chromatography (RP-HPLC).
- Support general laboratory operations by:
- Preparing buffers and other stock solutions
- Cleaning, calibrating, and maintaining instruments
- Restocking reagents and other consumables
- Managing laboratory waste collection and disposal
- Other routine tasks as appropriate
Qualifications
- Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
- Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
- Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office software and Power BI programming skills (preferred).
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in life science concentration (chemistry, biology, or related fields) with more than 4 years of directly related industry experience or a MS/PhD degree in a life science concentration (chemistry, biology, or related fields) and up to 2 years of directly related industry experience.
- Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
Additional Information
- The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, 8am-5 pm
- May be requested to work on weekends, overtime, and holidays based on business needs.
- Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Indianapolis, IN are encouraged to apply.
- Ability to work overtime as required.
- Excellent full-time benefits, including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid vacation and holidays
Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Biochemist
Align your degree to the exact role
USCIS scrutinizes whether your specific degree field matches the biochemist position. A chemistry degree supports a biochemist role, but a general biology degree may trigger an RFE. Request a specialty occupation opinion letter from your employer's attorney before the petition is filed.
Check LCA filings before applying
Search OFLC disclosure data to verify that a prospective employer has filed Labor Condition Applications for biochemist roles before. Employers without prior LCA history for your SOC code may be unfamiliar with the filing requirements, which extends your timeline.
Use Migrate Mate to target proven sponsors
Filter biochemist jobs on Migrate Mate by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history in life sciences and research roles. This cuts your job search to employers who've already navigated DOL wage certification for your occupation.
Confirm wage level before accepting an offer
Run your job title and worksite ZIP code through the OFLC Wage Search to see the prevailing wage at each level. Accepting an offer below the Level I or II wage will require your employer to amend the LCA before USCIS approves the petition.
Check O*NET before describing your duties
Pull the O*NET occupational profile for biochemist to cross-reference your actual job duties against the standard definition. Petitions that list duties inconsistent with the O*NET profile are more likely to receive RFEs questioning specialty occupation status.
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Find Biochemist JobsBiochemist H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a biochemist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Biochemist positions consistently qualify as H-1B specialty occupations because they require at least a bachelor's degree in biochemistry, chemistry, molecular biology, or a directly related field. USCIS evaluates whether the specific duties require that theoretical and practical application of specialized knowledge, which biochemist roles typically satisfy without difficulty.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for biochemists?
Pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms, contract research organizations, universities, and government research labs are the most active H-1B sponsors for biochemist roles. You can browse biochemist positions filtered by verified H-1B sponsorship history on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers based on DOL Labor Condition Application filing data rather than self-reported claims.
Can a biochemist role be cap-exempt from the H-1B lottery?
Yes, if your employer qualifies. Universities, nonprofit research organizations affiliated with universities, and government research institutions are cap-exempt. If you're a biochemist working at a qualifying institution, your employer can file an H-1B petition at any time of year without entering the lottery. Confirm your employer's cap-exempt status with USCIS before assuming you're exempt.
What happens to my H-1B if I move from a research role to a managerial biochemist position?
A material change in duties, title, or worksite requires an amended H-1B petition. If your biochemist role shifts heavily toward management with minimal bench or research duties, USCIS may question whether specialty occupation status still applies. Your employer must file an amended I-129 with updated job duties and a new certified LCA reflecting any salary change before the change takes effect.
How does DOL prevailing wage affect biochemist H-1B petitions?
Your employer must certify through the DOL that your offered wage meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for your biochemist role at the specific worksite location and wage level. The wage level depends on your experience, education, and supervision. If the offered salary falls below the certified wage, the LCA won't be approved and USCIS won't adjudicate the petition.
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