H-1B Visa Lab Technician Jobs
Lab Technician roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in a specific scientific field, such as biochemistry, microbiology, or clinical laboratory science. Employers in pharmaceutical, biotech, and hospital research settings regularly file LCAs for these roles. Use Migrate Mate to find employers with active H-1B visa filing history for Lab Technician positions.
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Compensation: $18.00 per hour
Hours: Tuesday through Thursday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
The salary for this position reflects a variety of factors. Compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s geographic location, relevant experience, education, skills, and alignment with internal equity. Market conditions, budgetary considerations, and organizational compensation guidelines may also influence the final offer.
Make an Impact. Build a Career.
At Pace®, everything we do is built upon an unwavering commitment to making the world a safer, healthier place. Since 1978, we’ve continued developing innovative practices that drive sustainability and empower our partners with accurate quality data at every critical moment and milestone.
That's why we need you - your curiosity, your talents, and your drive - to help us advance this important work, and your career.
We’re seeking curious, motivated individuals who are passionate about protecting our environment and the communities we serve. If you’re looking to develop your skills, contribute to meaningful scientific work, and build a long-term career in environmental science, Pace® could be the perfect place for you.
Find Your Place at Pace®
Join us as a Lab Technician, where you'll put your love of science to work in the sample preparation department of our environmental testing laboratory. You'll receive all the training you need to successfully take on your new role and grow an exciting laboratory sciences career at Pace®.
What You’ll Do
- Support all laboratory sample-related activities, including preservation, preparation, processing, and maintenance.
- Maintain and update appropriate documentation and databases.
- Participate in training on fundamental lab support policies, programs, and practices.
What You’ll Bring
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to work in a lab or office setting, remain standing for long periods while conducting tests, work around strong smells, and wear personal protective equipment while handling samples (lab coat, safety glasses, gloves — all provided by Pace®).
- Experience in a laboratory or environmental testing setting is preferred but not required.
Find Your Place at Pace - We need you - your curiosity, your talents, and your drive - to help us advance this important work.
Benefits
When you join Pace®, you commit to work that makes a positive impact on our communities and our world. We commit to supporting you with benefits and perks that make a positive impact on your life. Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program which includes competitive salaries, medical, dental vision, 401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match), life, disability and voluntary benefits, paid time off for holiday, sick and vacation days, HSA, wellness program, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance program, parental leave, optional legal coverage and ID theft.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Pace® provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, genetics, protected veteran status, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Lab Technician
Compensation: $18.00 per hour
Hours: Tuesday through Thursday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
The salary for this position reflects a variety of factors. Compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s geographic location, relevant experience, education, skills, and alignment with internal equity. Market conditions, budgetary considerations, and organizational compensation guidelines may also influence the final offer.
Make an Impact. Build a Career.
At Pace®, everything we do is built upon an unwavering commitment to making the world a safer, healthier place. Since 1978, we’ve continued developing innovative practices that drive sustainability and empower our partners with accurate quality data at every critical moment and milestone.
That's why we need you - your curiosity, your talents, and your drive - to help us advance this important work, and your career.
We’re seeking curious, motivated individuals who are passionate about protecting our environment and the communities we serve. If you’re looking to develop your skills, contribute to meaningful scientific work, and build a long-term career in environmental science, Pace® could be the perfect place for you.
Find Your Place at Pace®
Join us as a Lab Technician, where you'll put your love of science to work in the sample preparation department of our environmental testing laboratory. You'll receive all the training you need to successfully take on your new role and grow an exciting laboratory sciences career at Pace®.
What You’ll Do
- Support all laboratory sample-related activities, including preservation, preparation, processing, and maintenance.
- Maintain and update appropriate documentation and databases.
- Participate in training on fundamental lab support policies, programs, and practices.
What You’ll Bring
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to work in a lab or office setting, remain standing for long periods while conducting tests, work around strong smells, and wear personal protective equipment while handling samples (lab coat, safety glasses, gloves — all provided by Pace®).
- Experience in a laboratory or environmental testing setting is preferred but not required.
Find Your Place at Pace - We need you - your curiosity, your talents, and your drive - to help us advance this important work.
Benefits
When you join Pace®, you commit to work that makes a positive impact on our communities and our world. We commit to supporting you with benefits and perks that make a positive impact on your life. Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program which includes competitive salaries, medical, dental vision, 401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match), life, disability and voluntary benefits, paid time off for holiday, sick and vacation days, HSA, wellness program, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance program, parental leave, optional legal coverage and ID theft.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Pace® provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, genetics, protected veteran status, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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Verify your degree field matches the role
USCIS requires your degree to align directly with the Lab Technician specialty. A biochemistry or clinical lab science degree supports the petition better than a general biology degree, which can trigger an RFE on specialty occupation grounds.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the prevailing rate for your SOC code and work location. Run your job title and zip code through the OFLC Wage Search before signing an offer so you know the floor.
Target employers with CLIA-certified or research labs
Labs operating under CLIA certification or federal research contracts have established HR processes for H-1B filings. Use Migrate Mate to filter Lab Technician roles by employers with documented LCA filing history in your target state.
Confirm your job duties match O*NET classifications
Pull the Lab Technician occupation profile from O*NET and compare your actual job duties. If your role includes tasks outside the listed scope, your employer's attorney will need to document the specialty occupation argument carefully in the I-129 petition.
File before the April cap deadline without waiting for an offer letter
H-1B registration opens in March and closes within days. If you're in talks with a sponsor, push for a signed offer before registration opens so your employer can submit on time. A late offer means waiting a full year for the next cap cycle.
Ask your employer about cap-exempt lab positions
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government labs are cap-exempt, meaning they can file H-1B petitions year-round with no lottery. Lab Technician roles at these employers skip the annual cap entirely and can be filed any time you have a qualifying offer.
H-1B Visa Lab Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Lab Technician role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the position is defined. USCIS requires that the role normally require a bachelor's degree in a specific related field as a minimum entry requirement. Lab Technician roles that mandate a degree in biochemistry, microbiology, or clinical laboratory science typically qualify. Roles where any science degree is acceptable, or where a two-year associate degree suffices, are more vulnerable to an RFE.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas for Lab Technician positions most frequently?
Pharmaceutical and biotech companies, hospital systems with research divisions, contract research organizations, and environmental testing labs are the most active H-1B sponsors for Lab Technician roles. These employers have established immigration workflows and file LCAs regularly. You can browse Lab Technician roles filtered by verified H-1B filing history on Migrate Mate.
What happens to my H-1B status if the lab changes my job duties significantly?
A material change in job duties, work location, or SOC code can require your employer to file an amended H-1B petition before the change takes effect. Moving from a clinical lab to a manufacturing QC role, for example, could require a new I-129 filing. Failing to amend exposes both you and your employer to compliance risk, so flag any role changes to your employer's immigration contact promptly.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new lab employer while my current petition is valid?
Yes. H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start work with a new employer as soon as they file an H-1B transfer petition, without waiting for USCIS approval, as long as you've had valid H-1B status for at least 180 days and the new role qualifies as a specialty occupation. Your new employer must file before your current status expires.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect Lab Technician H-1B petitions?
Your employer must certify on the LCA that they'll pay at least the prevailing wage for your specific occupation code and work location. DOL sets prevailing wages at four wage levels based on experience and complexity. Many Lab Technician petitions are filed at Level I or II, and any offered salary below that threshold will result in LCA rejection before the I-129 even reaches USCIS.