H-1B Visa Immunologist Jobs
Immunologist roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations because they require at least a bachelor's degree in immunology, microbiology, or a directly related biological science. Most positions are at research institutions, pharmaceutical companies, and academic medical centers, all of which have established H-1B filing histories.
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Artech is the 10th Largest IT Staffing Company in the US, according to Staffing Industry Analysts' 2012 annual report. Artech provides technical expertise to fill gaps in clients' immediate skill-sets availability, deliver emerging technology skill-sets, refresh existing skill base, allow for flexibility in project planning and execution phases, and provide budgeting/financial flexibility by offering contingent labor as a variable cost.
JOB DESCRIPTION
• Summarize the primary purpose & key accountabilities of the position, including scope of responsibility in 5-7 concise sentences. (i.e. Global vs. Country/Region) It may be helpful to complete this section after you have finished the other sections of the document.
• Pharmaceutical Vaccine Immunotherapeutics (VITx) seeks to develop Client vaccines for the treatment of cancer and other significant human diseases using a variety of vaccine technology platforms combined with immunomodulatory agents.
• A Contractor is required to work in the VITx Clinical Cell-Based Assay group, conducting clinical assays under (Good Clinical Laboratory Practice) GCLP-compliance using samples from early stage (Phase I and II) clinical studies.
• Experience of working in a tissue culture laboratory conducting cell biology or immunological assays is required.
• Experience in conducting flow cytometry, plate-based immunological assays (ELISPOT, ELISA, Luminex, etc) and/or working with human clinical samples would be advantageous but is not essential as training will be given.
• Requires good laboratory skills, attention to detail and an ability to accurately and diligently complete laboratory tasks, as well as to document and analyse data.
• The role also includes conducting supporting tasks required to operate a compliant laboratory that may include maintenance of equipment, assistance in reagent sourcing and tracking, as well as other activities relating to maintaining compliance (such as document management).
• Requires the ability to multitask and work under pressure as part of a cohesive and proactive team that is required to meet business-critical deadlines.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
• In order of importance, list the primary responsibilities critical to the performance of the position. It is recommended not to list actual tasks but focus on essential responsibilities that highlight accountability and level of judgment required.
• Primary responsibility of supporting the conduct of cell-based immunoassays (ELISPOT or flow cytometry-based) on clinical samples following standard operating procedure (SOPs), with accountability for the quality of this analysis.
• Will also be responsible for supporting the operation of the laboratory in accordance with GCLP by conducting equipment maintenance, calibration and/or ordering and tracking reagents.
• Will be required to complete (and maintain thereafter) training in order to conduct assays within a BSL2 clinical assay laboratory in a safe and compliant manner.
• Will build experience in key assay platforms (including flow cytometry and plate-based clinical assays) through appropriate training and guided learning.
• Will assist more senior colleagues in at least one of the following: sample management; maintaining human control cell banks; developing new assays; and/or implementing automated assay solutions in the laboratory.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelors degree with up to 3 years of relevant work experience, or
Masters degree with up to 1 year of relevant work experience.
TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS
Experience in working in a tissue culture laboratory conducting cell biology or immunological assays.
Proficient using Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and familiarity with both PC and Macintosh computer systems.
PREFERRED
Experience in working with human samples and isolating human PBMC.
Cell-based assay development experience.
Experience in conducting plate- and/or flow cytometry- based cellular immune assays.
Experience of working in a GxP-compliant environment within the pharmaceutical industry.
Experience with tissue culture and immune assays. Experience with clinical samples. Experience of working in Industry in a GXP compliant environment preferred. Familiarity with cellular Immune assays such as ELISPOT and FACs-based assays preferred. Organized with experience of laboratory or sample management preferred.
Best Regards,
Anuj Mehta
973-967-3402
COMPANY DESCRIPTION
Artech is the 10th Largest IT Staffing Company in the US, according to Staffing Industry Analysts' 2012 annual report. Artech provides technical expertise to fill gaps in clients' immediate skill-sets availability, deliver emerging technology skill-sets, refresh existing skill base, allow for flexibility in project planning and execution phases, and provide budgeting/financial flexibility by offering contingent labor as a variable cost.
JOB DESCRIPTION
• Summarize the primary purpose & key accountabilities of the position, including scope of responsibility in 5-7 concise sentences. (i.e. Global vs. Country/Region) It may be helpful to complete this section after you have finished the other sections of the document.
• Pharmaceutical Vaccine Immunotherapeutics (VITx) seeks to develop Client vaccines for the treatment of cancer and other significant human diseases using a variety of vaccine technology platforms combined with immunomodulatory agents.
• A Contractor is required to work in the VITx Clinical Cell-Based Assay group, conducting clinical assays under (Good Clinical Laboratory Practice) GCLP-compliance using samples from early stage (Phase I and II) clinical studies.
• Experience of working in a tissue culture laboratory conducting cell biology or immunological assays is required.
• Experience in conducting flow cytometry, plate-based immunological assays (ELISPOT, ELISA, Luminex, etc) and/or working with human clinical samples would be advantageous but is not essential as training will be given.
• Requires good laboratory skills, attention to detail and an ability to accurately and diligently complete laboratory tasks, as well as to document and analyse data.
• The role also includes conducting supporting tasks required to operate a compliant laboratory that may include maintenance of equipment, assistance in reagent sourcing and tracking, as well as other activities relating to maintaining compliance (such as document management).
• Requires the ability to multitask and work under pressure as part of a cohesive and proactive team that is required to meet business-critical deadlines.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
• In order of importance, list the primary responsibilities critical to the performance of the position. It is recommended not to list actual tasks but focus on essential responsibilities that highlight accountability and level of judgment required.
• Primary responsibility of supporting the conduct of cell-based immunoassays (ELISPOT or flow cytometry-based) on clinical samples following standard operating procedure (SOPs), with accountability for the quality of this analysis.
• Will also be responsible for supporting the operation of the laboratory in accordance with GCLP by conducting equipment maintenance, calibration and/or ordering and tracking reagents.
• Will be required to complete (and maintain thereafter) training in order to conduct assays within a BSL2 clinical assay laboratory in a safe and compliant manner.
• Will build experience in key assay platforms (including flow cytometry and plate-based clinical assays) through appropriate training and guided learning.
• Will assist more senior colleagues in at least one of the following: sample management; maintaining human control cell banks; developing new assays; and/or implementing automated assay solutions in the laboratory.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelors degree with up to 3 years of relevant work experience, or
Masters degree with up to 1 year of relevant work experience.
TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS
Experience in working in a tissue culture laboratory conducting cell biology or immunological assays.
Proficient using Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and familiarity with both PC and Macintosh computer systems.
PREFERRED
Experience in working with human samples and isolating human PBMC.
Cell-based assay development experience.
Experience in conducting plate- and/or flow cytometry- based cellular immune assays.
Experience of working in a GxP-compliant environment within the pharmaceutical industry.
Experience with tissue culture and immune assays. Experience with clinical samples. Experience of working in Industry in a GXP compliant environment preferred. Familiarity with cellular Immune assays such as ELISPOT and FACs-based assays preferred. Organized with experience of laboratory or sample management preferred.
Best Regards,
Anuj Mehta
973-967-3402
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Immunologist
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation requirements
USCIS requires your degree to be in a field directly related to immunology. A general biology degree may trigger an RFE, so gather transcripts showing coursework in immunopathology, virology, or cellular biology before applying.
Target employers with active LCA filing histories
Use Migrate Mate to filter immunologist roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for this occupation code, so you spend time on sponsors with documented H-1B approval patterns rather than guessing.
Prioritize cap-exempt institutions early in your search
Nonprofit research institutions affiliated with universities and government laboratories are cap-exempt, meaning they can file your H-1B petition any time without entering the annual lottery. These employers are worth targeting if lottery timing creates problems.
Check prevailing wage levels before negotiating offers
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your SOC code and the employer's location. Your offered salary must meet at least Level I, and knowing Level II and III thresholds gives you grounded expectations before salary discussions.
Ask employers about H-1B filing timelines during interviews
Cap-subject H-1B petitions must be filed in April for an October 1 start. Confirm early whether a prospective employer's HR process and legal team can meet that filing window, since missing it means waiting a full year.
Prepare your O*NET documentation before filing begins
Immunologist roles are classified under O*NET, and your employer's attorney will use that profile to support the specialty occupation argument in Form I-129. Review the job zone and required knowledge areas so your offer letter language aligns.
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Find Immunologist JobsImmunologist H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an immunologist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. Immunologist positions require at minimum a bachelor's degree in immunology, microbiology, biochemistry, or a closely related field, which meets the USCIS specialty occupation definition. Roles in research, clinical diagnostics, and pharmaceutical development all qualify, provided the job description specifies degree requirements rather than listing a degree as merely preferred.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for immunologists?
Academic medical centers, biopharmaceutical companies, federal research agencies, and nonprofit research institutes are the most active H-1B sponsors for immunologist roles. Government labs and university-affiliated research centers are often cap-exempt, which removes the lottery risk entirely. Browse verified sponsors on Migrate Mate to identify which employers have active LCA filings for this occupation.
How does the H-1B lottery affect immunologists at for-profit employers?
Cap-subject petitions are limited to 85,000 per fiscal year, with registration open in March and selection by lottery. If your target employer is a for-profit company with no university affiliation, your petition enters this lottery. Immunologists at cap-exempt institutions, such as NIH-affiliated nonprofits or universities, can file year-round without lottery exposure.
Can my employer file my H-1B petition before I finish my postdoctoral training?
Yes, and timing matters. If you're completing a postdoc at a cap-exempt institution, your employer can file a cap-subject petition in April while you remain on your current status, with an October 1 start date. Coordinate with your prospective employer's immigration counsel at least four to five months before the April filing window opens.
What happens to my H-1B status if my immunology research grant ends and my position is eliminated?
You have a 60-day grace period after your employment ends to find a new H-1B sponsor or change to another valid status. Your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before your grace period expires. Start your job search immediately using Migrate Mate to identify sponsors who can move quickly on a transfer petition.
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