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Immunologist roles qualify as H-1B visa 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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The Division of Pediatric Allergy & Immunology at the University of Rochester Medicine Golisano Children’s is seeking to fill a clinical faculty position with the option of a joint appointment in the Department of Medicine, Division of Allergy, Immunology and Rheumatology.
Candidates with an independent research program will also be considered for the Dr. Eric M. Dreyfuss Professorship, which is to support a named faculty member in the Division of Pediatric Allergy and Immunology at the Golisano Children’s Hospital to conduct research in the field of allergic diseases, asthma, or clinical immunology, committed to the future health of children and adults.
The Divisions provide state-of-the-art patient care, provide training for medicine and pediatric residents and allergy/immunology fellows, and are actively engaged in a wide spectrum of clinical, translational, and basic research activities. The Division of Pediatric Allergy and Immunology houses the Center for Food Allergy, a multidisciplinary program in clinical care, education, and research in food allergies. We have a robust oral immunotherapy program, perform over 700 oral food challenges a year, and provide subcutaneous allergen immunotherapy, pulmonary function testing, drug challenges, and clinic-embedded nutrition and psychology counseling. The Division of Pediatric Allergy & Immunology directs multidisciplinary sub-subspecialty clinics for eosinophilic esophagitis, food protein-induced enterocolitis, severe asthma, and inborn errors of immunity. The Division is a founding member of the Golisano Children’s Hospital Specialty Program for Assessment of Immune Responses in Kids (SPARK), which is a multidisciplinary team of pediatric subspecialists who care for patients with immunodeficiency and immune dysregulation syndrome. We are a FARE Clinical Network Center of Excellence, a World Allergy Organization Center of Excellence, and a GA2LEN ANACARE Anaphylaxis Care Center of Excellence.
The Department of Pediatrics is also committed to enhancing pediatric allergy and food allergy research in the Center of Food Allergy under the leadership of Dr. Kirsi Jarvinen-Seppo. There are also opportunities to design, participate in, and lead observational studies and interventional clinical trials as principal or co-investigator. Clinical research training programs, including an institutional KL2 program and those leading to a master's degree, are available via the CTSA.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The academic ranks for the positions are open and dependent on prior experience. Candidates with M.D. or M.D. and Ph.D. degrees or equivalent, who may be Board Certified/Board eligible, are encouraged to apply.
If you already have an Interfolio account, please sign in to apply for this position. If not, please create an Interfolio account. For questions/concerns about the position, email Kirsi_Jarvinen-Seppo@urmc.rochester.edu.
COMPENSATION
The referenced pay range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the base compensation range for this faculty position. Individual salaries will be determined within the job’s salary range and established based on (but not limited to) market data, experience, and expertise of the individual, and with consideration to related position salaries. Alignment of clinical incentive-based compensation may also be applicable and will be discussed during the hiring process.
EOE, including disability/protected veterans
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 Classes). 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.
INTRODUCTION
The Division of Pediatric Allergy & Immunology at the University of Rochester Medicine Golisano Children’s is seeking to fill a clinical faculty position with the option of a joint appointment in the Department of Medicine, Division of Allergy, Immunology and Rheumatology.
Candidates with an independent research program will also be considered for the Dr. Eric M. Dreyfuss Professorship, which is to support a named faculty member in the Division of Pediatric Allergy and Immunology at the Golisano Children’s Hospital to conduct research in the field of allergic diseases, asthma, or clinical immunology, committed to the future health of children and adults.
The Divisions provide state-of-the-art patient care, provide training for medicine and pediatric residents and allergy/immunology fellows, and are actively engaged in a wide spectrum of clinical, translational, and basic research activities. The Division of Pediatric Allergy and Immunology houses the Center for Food Allergy, a multidisciplinary program in clinical care, education, and research in food allergies. We have a robust oral immunotherapy program, perform over 700 oral food challenges a year, and provide subcutaneous allergen immunotherapy, pulmonary function testing, drug challenges, and clinic-embedded nutrition and psychology counseling. The Division of Pediatric Allergy & Immunology directs multidisciplinary sub-subspecialty clinics for eosinophilic esophagitis, food protein-induced enterocolitis, severe asthma, and inborn errors of immunity. The Division is a founding member of the Golisano Children’s Hospital Specialty Program for Assessment of Immune Responses in Kids (SPARK), which is a multidisciplinary team of pediatric subspecialists who care for patients with immunodeficiency and immune dysregulation syndrome. We are a FARE Clinical Network Center of Excellence, a World Allergy Organization Center of Excellence, and a GA2LEN ANACARE Anaphylaxis Care Center of Excellence.
The Department of Pediatrics is also committed to enhancing pediatric allergy and food allergy research in the Center of Food Allergy under the leadership of Dr. Kirsi Jarvinen-Seppo. There are also opportunities to design, participate in, and lead observational studies and interventional clinical trials as principal or co-investigator. Clinical research training programs, including an institutional KL2 program and those leading to a master's degree, are available via the CTSA.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The academic ranks for the positions are open and dependent on prior experience. Candidates with M.D. or M.D. and Ph.D. degrees or equivalent, who may be Board Certified/Board eligible, are encouraged to apply.
If you already have an Interfolio account, please sign in to apply for this position. If not, please create an Interfolio account. For questions/concerns about the position, email Kirsi_Jarvinen-Seppo@urmc.rochester.edu.
COMPENSATION
The referenced pay range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the base compensation range for this faculty position. Individual salaries will be determined within the job’s salary range and established based on (but not limited to) market data, experience, and expertise of the individual, and with consideration to related position salaries. Alignment of clinical incentive-based compensation may also be applicable and will be discussed during the hiring process.
EOE, including disability/protected veterans
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 Classes). 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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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.
H-1B Visa Immunologist: 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.