H-1B Visa Geneticist Jobs
Geneticist roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under USCIS guidelines, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in genetics, molecular biology, or a directly related field. Universities, biotech firms, agricultural research companies, and hospital systems are among the most active H-1B visa sponsors for this occupation.
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Aviagen seeks a motivated, hard-working individual with skills in Quantitative Genetics and Animal Breeding. The position will be based at Aviagen's North American trials facility located in Albertville, AL.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The successful candidate will possess the following set of skills and attributes:
- PhD or post-graduate (Masters) qualification in Animal or Poultry Science, with specialization in Genetics or other applicable genetics specialty.
- Ability to work in large teams settings
- Ability to manage and coordinate research projects.
- Ability to identify, evaluate and implement novel selection traits.
- Familiarity with methods of variance components and breeding value estimation.
- High level competence in the use of spreadsheets and/or databases
The candidate will be expected to oversee the collection and analysis of commercial sibling testing data, commercial Feed Conversion Rate (FCR) and pedigree yield evaluation. This position requires good organizational skills, a strong interest in hands-on work with birds and a willingness to operate in both a farm and office environment. The selected candidate will be expected to have a can-do attitude, ability to work as part of a team and the willingness to learn. Candidate must possess strong communication skills (verbal and written), good inter-personal skills and ability to integrate into a diverse Global R&D team. Overarching goal is to support and monitor R&D activities at the Aviagen Product development Centre located in Albertville, AL to maximize the efficiency of data collection and ensuring the R&D facility achieves its established objectives.
A competitive remuneration package will be offered depending on experience and skills.
About us
Aviagen is a global supplier of poultry genetics with a strong Research and Development view as a way of supporting current and future products worldwide. Aviagen is focused heavily on research designed to deliver balanced progress in both broiler and breeder traits. We have strong commitments to research, sustainability and the well-being of our animals. These commitments plus our continual investment in R&D ensures Aviagen continues to be a leading supplier of premier broiler breeding stock.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:
Aviagen seeks a motivated, hard-working individual with skills in Quantitative Genetics and Animal Breeding. The position will be based at Aviagen's North American trials facility located in Albertville, AL.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The successful candidate will possess the following set of skills and attributes:
- PhD or post-graduate (Masters) qualification in Animal or Poultry Science, with specialization in Genetics or other applicable genetics specialty.
- Ability to work in large teams settings
- Ability to manage and coordinate research projects.
- Ability to identify, evaluate and implement novel selection traits.
- Familiarity with methods of variance components and breeding value estimation.
- High level competence in the use of spreadsheets and/or databases
The candidate will be expected to oversee the collection and analysis of commercial sibling testing data, commercial Feed Conversion Rate (FCR) and pedigree yield evaluation. This position requires good organizational skills, a strong interest in hands-on work with birds and a willingness to operate in both a farm and office environment. The selected candidate will be expected to have a can-do attitude, ability to work as part of a team and the willingness to learn. Candidate must possess strong communication skills (verbal and written), good inter-personal skills and ability to integrate into a diverse Global R&D team. Overarching goal is to support and monitor R&D activities at the Aviagen Product development Centre located in Albertville, AL to maximize the efficiency of data collection and ensuring the R&D facility achieves its established objectives.
A competitive remuneration package will be offered depending on experience and skills.
About us
Aviagen is a global supplier of poultry genetics with a strong Research and Development view as a way of supporting current and future products worldwide. Aviagen is focused heavily on research designed to deliver balanced progress in both broiler and breeder traits. We have strong commitments to research, sustainability and the well-being of our animals. These commitments plus our continual investment in R&D ensures Aviagen continues to be a leading supplier of premier broiler breeding stock.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Geneticist
Verify your degree field matches the role
USCIS evaluates whether your degree is in a field directly related to the specific geneticist position, not genetics broadly. A degree in biochemistry supporting a clinical genomics role carries more weight than a general biology credential.
Target employers with cap-exempt status
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated labs are cap-exempt H-1B employers. Applying to these organizations lets you avoid the annual lottery entirely and file at any point in the year.
Look up prevailing wage before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to find the Level I through Level IV thresholds for geneticist roles before your offer conversation.
Search H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for genetics and life science roles on Migrate Mate. This shows which organizations have sponsored similar positions before, cutting your research time significantly.
Prepare a credential evaluation for foreign degrees
If your genetics degree is from outside the U.S., get a course-by-course evaluation from a NACES-accredited evaluator before applying. USCIS adjudicators scrutinize foreign degree equivalencies closely for specialty occupation petitions.
Clarify H-1B transfer timing with your new employer
If you're switching from another H-1B employer, you can start work as soon as USCIS receives the transfer petition, not after approval. Confirm your new employer understands portability under AC21 before you give notice.
H-1B Visa Geneticist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a geneticist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Geneticist positions consistently meet the H-1B specialty occupation standard because the work requires theoretical and practical application of highly specialized knowledge, and a bachelor's degree or higher in genetics, molecular biology, or a directly related field is a normal minimum requirement. USCIS evaluates the specific job duties and degree requirement stated in the employer's petition, so the job description needs to reflect that connection clearly.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for geneticists?
Universities and academic medical centers are among the most active sponsors because they're cap-exempt and can file year-round. Biotech and pharmaceutical companies, agricultural research firms, forensic labs, and hospital systems with genomics programs also sponsor regularly. Use Migrate Mate to browse geneticist roles filtered by employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history.
Can I use my OPT or STEM OPT while waiting for H-1B approval as a geneticist?
Yes. If you're on F-1 status and your employer files your H-1B petition before your OPT expires, the cap-gap rule extends your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year, or until USCIS acts on your petition. Geneticist roles at STEM-designated employers often qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, which gives you more runway before the H-1B lottery.
What SOC code applies to geneticist positions for LCA purposes?
Most geneticist roles fall under SOC 19-1029, Life Scientists, All Other, though some positions are classified under 19-1021, Biochemists and Biophysicists, depending on job duties. The employer selects the SOC code when filing the LCA with DOL, and that code determines the prevailing wage level. Check the O*NET occupation profile for geneticist to see which SOC code aligns with your specific duties before your employer files.
How does the H-1B lottery affect geneticists at for-profit employers?
For-profit biotech, pharma, and private research companies are subject to the annual H-1B cap, which means your petition enters the USCIS lottery each April for an October 1 start date. If you're not selected, you can't work for that employer under H-1B that fiscal year. One way around this is to target cap-exempt employers, such as universities or affiliated nonprofit research institutes, where no lottery applies.