H-1B Visa Laboratory Supervisor Jobs
Laboratory Supervisor roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline. Employers in biotech, pharma, clinical diagnostics, and research institutions regularly file LCAs for these positions. The 85,000-cap lottery applies, but cap-exempt employers, universities, nonprofits, and government research labs, can hire year-round.
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Under the supervision of the divisional Laboratory Director or Manager, the Laboratory Supervisor provides clinical and technical supervision of staff medical laboratory technologists and technicians to satisfy daily testing demands and department operations. The Supervisor coordinates and oversees all staff activities in core and/or specialty laboratory areas, and maintains standards in accordance with department, hospital, and regulatory agency requirements. The Supervisor serves as a communication link between medical staff, nursing, and the laboratory, collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other practitioners on special or difficult patient cases. The supervisor may perform in a clinical capacity when necessary to perform bench testing, and must be able to fulfill all duties of an MT/MLT.
Job Description
- Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
- Oversees daily operations and supervision of technical staff in the laboratory, including the appraisal of performance and providing regular and annual performance feedback. Responsible for training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; addressing complaints and resolving problems in accordance with the organization’s policies; and working with the Manager/Director in all activities related to employee hiring, termination, reward and discipline as needed.
- Supervises the production and performance of bench testing to ensure accuracy and reliability of results. Analyzes testing information to determine operating efficiency of process.
- Has administrative oversight of personnel-related duties, including maintaining employee records and timesheets, anticipating laboratory supply and staffing needs, and preparing work schedules to achieve cost effective utilization of resources. JNJ Supervisors only some do work schedules and timesheets.
- Develops and maintains laboratory guidelines and procedure manuals to ensure effective instrument and equipment use as well as quality control of testing. Evaluates new reagents and equipment according to established standards. Fully understands, complies with, and promotes the requirements for all regulatory agencies, including TJC, CAP, OSHA, DOH, and FDA.
- Oversees daily operations to control costs, and maintain operations at a level consistent with budgetary guidelines. Provides the Manager/Director with assistance in the preparation of the annual budget for the department as needed.
- Consults with laboratory staff, physicians and other customers to assist in performing and interpreting technical studies. Serves as a consultant in technical troubleshooting.
- Instructs departmental personnel and laboratory users on technical procedures to improve efficiency and ensure conformance with department standards. Provides educational experience for the staff.
- Participates in the development, continuation, and ongoing monitoring of QC and performance improvement programs.
Minimum Qualifications:
Associate’s Degree Medical Technology or related field. Bachelor’s Degree Medical Technology or related field preferred. 7 years related experience in a medical laboratory setting. 1 year Prior supervisory experience preferred. CP-BC - Clinical Pathologist-Board Certified - American Board of Pathology preferred.
Salary Range
$84,756.17 to $123,797.57 Annual
The actual hiring rate will be determined based on candidate experience, skills and qualifications. This position is not eligible for an annual incentive.
Positions posted as annual salaries reflect an estimated amount for a 1.0 Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) (i.e. 40 hour equivalent)), positions for less than 1.0 FTE will be prorated.
Work Shift
Workday Day (United States of America)
Worker Sub Type
Regular
Employee Entity
Kennedy University Hospitals, Inc
Primary Location Address
18 East Laurel Road, Stratford, New Jersey, United States of America
Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.
Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.
Benefits
Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.
Number of Positions in Requisition
1
Job Details
Under the supervision of the divisional Laboratory Director or Manager, the Laboratory Supervisor provides clinical and technical supervision of staff medical laboratory technologists and technicians to satisfy daily testing demands and department operations. The Supervisor coordinates and oversees all staff activities in core and/or specialty laboratory areas, and maintains standards in accordance with department, hospital, and regulatory agency requirements. The Supervisor serves as a communication link between medical staff, nursing, and the laboratory, collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other practitioners on special or difficult patient cases. The supervisor may perform in a clinical capacity when necessary to perform bench testing, and must be able to fulfill all duties of an MT/MLT.
Job Description
- Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
- Oversees daily operations and supervision of technical staff in the laboratory, including the appraisal of performance and providing regular and annual performance feedback. Responsible for training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; addressing complaints and resolving problems in accordance with the organization’s policies; and working with the Manager/Director in all activities related to employee hiring, termination, reward and discipline as needed.
- Supervises the production and performance of bench testing to ensure accuracy and reliability of results. Analyzes testing information to determine operating efficiency of process.
- Has administrative oversight of personnel-related duties, including maintaining employee records and timesheets, anticipating laboratory supply and staffing needs, and preparing work schedules to achieve cost effective utilization of resources. JNJ Supervisors only some do work schedules and timesheets.
- Develops and maintains laboratory guidelines and procedure manuals to ensure effective instrument and equipment use as well as quality control of testing. Evaluates new reagents and equipment according to established standards. Fully understands, complies with, and promotes the requirements for all regulatory agencies, including TJC, CAP, OSHA, DOH, and FDA.
- Oversees daily operations to control costs, and maintain operations at a level consistent with budgetary guidelines. Provides the Manager/Director with assistance in the preparation of the annual budget for the department as needed.
- Consults with laboratory staff, physicians and other customers to assist in performing and interpreting technical studies. Serves as a consultant in technical troubleshooting.
- Instructs departmental personnel and laboratory users on technical procedures to improve efficiency and ensure conformance with department standards. Provides educational experience for the staff.
- Participates in the development, continuation, and ongoing monitoring of QC and performance improvement programs.
Minimum Qualifications:
Associate’s Degree Medical Technology or related field. Bachelor’s Degree Medical Technology or related field preferred. 7 years related experience in a medical laboratory setting. 1 year Prior supervisory experience preferred. CP-BC - Clinical Pathologist-Board Certified - American Board of Pathology preferred.
Salary Range
$84,756.17 to $123,797.57 Annual
The actual hiring rate will be determined based on candidate experience, skills and qualifications. This position is not eligible for an annual incentive.
Positions posted as annual salaries reflect an estimated amount for a 1.0 Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) (i.e. 40 hour equivalent)), positions for less than 1.0 FTE will be prorated.
Work Shift
Workday Day (United States of America)
Worker Sub Type
Regular
Employee Entity
Kennedy University Hospitals, Inc
Primary Location Address
18 East Laurel Road, Stratford, New Jersey, United States of America
Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.
Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.
Benefits
Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Laboratory Supervisor
Verify your degree field matches the role
USCIS requires your bachelor's degree to directly relate to laboratory supervision, not just science broadly. A chemistry or biology degree supporting a clinical lab role is clean. A business degree with lab experience creates RFE risk, so confirm alignment before applying.
Target cap-exempt employers first
Universities, nonprofit research institutes, and government-affiliated labs can file H-1B petitions any time without lottery exposure. For Laboratory Supervisors, institutions like academic medical centers and federally funded research facilities are worth prioritizing over commercial employers mid-cycle.
Check LCA filings by occupation code on Migrate Mate
Search Laboratory Supervisor roles filtered by DOL Labor Condition Application history on Migrate Mate. This surfaces employers who have actively sponsored this specific occupation, so you're applying where H-1B infrastructure already exists rather than educating HR from scratch.
Pull prevailing wage data before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage meeting DOL's prevailing wage for your work location and job zone. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up Level II or III wages for laboratory supervisors in your metro before your offer conversation.
Credential foreign degrees through a recognized evaluator
If your degree is from outside the U.S., USCIS requires a credentials evaluation demonstrating U.S. equivalency. For lab-intensive fields, evaluators must assess both degree level and field-specific coursework, not just years completed. Get this done before submitting your petition, not after.
Confirm the employer files I-129 before the lottery closes
H-1B registration opens in March for an October 1 start date. Laboratory Supervisor roles in commercial settings require selection before the petition can be filed. Ask your prospective employer directly whether they have an immigration counsel relationship and a timeline for March registration.
H-1B Visa Laboratory Supervisor: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Laboratory Supervisor role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific scientific discipline such as chemistry, biology, medical laboratory science, or a related field. USCIS evaluates the job duties, not just the title. If the role primarily involves managing technicians without requiring degree-level scientific expertise, the petition is more vulnerable to an RFE on specialty occupation grounds.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Laboratory Supervisor positions?
Pharmaceutical and biotech companies, clinical reference laboratories, hospital systems, university research departments, and government-affiliated research institutes all file LCAs for laboratory supervision roles. Cap-exempt employers, academic institutions and qualifying nonprofits, can file year-round and are often more straightforward to navigate for first-time H-1B applicants. Browse verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate filtered by this occupation.
How does the H-1B lottery affect Laboratory Supervisor job timelines?
For cap-subject employers, USCIS runs the H-1B lottery in March each year for an October 1 start date. If you're not selected, you can't begin that role until the next lottery cycle unless the employer is cap-exempt. This means accepting an offer in January or February with no guarantee of selection, so understanding cap-exempt employer options is practically important for planning.
What documents support an H-1B petition for a Laboratory Supervisor?
The core documents are your degree transcripts and diploma, any foreign credential evaluation, a detailed job description specifying the scientific degree requirement, the certified LCA from DOL, and evidence of your employer's ability to pay the prevailing wage. USCIS may also request licensure documentation if the role involves clinical laboratory work regulated at the state level, such as positions under CLIA oversight.
Can I change employers while on H-1B as a Laboratory Supervisor?
Yes. Under AC21 portability, you can transfer your H-1B to a new employer in a same or similar occupational classification once your petition has been pending for at least 180 days or is already approved. Your new employer files an H-1B transfer petition and you can start working as soon as it's received by USCIS, without waiting for approval, provided the role remains in a qualifying laboratory supervision capacity.