H-1B Visa Postdoctoral Associate Jobs
Postdoctoral Associate roles at U.S. universities and research institutions are among the most reliable H-1B sponsorship pathways in academia. Many universities are cap-exempt employers, meaning your H-1B petition bypasses the annual lottery and can be filed at any point in the year.
See All Postdoctoral Associate JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 462+ Postdoctoral Associate jobs
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
See all 462+ Postdoctoral Associate jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Postdoctoral Associate roles.
Get Access To All JobsPosition Details
Recruitment/Posting Title Postdoctoral Associate (2)
Job Category Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)
Department Environmental & Occupational H
Overview
With its broad and multidisciplinary faculty expertise, the Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences Institute (EOHSI) is an international resource that supports basic and clinical research in environmental health sciences and exposure assessment and fosters associated programs in environmental health education and public policy.
Established in 1986, EOHSI’s major objectives are to:
- Advance understanding of the mechanisms by which environmental and occupational chemical exposures impact human health.
- Identify and measure human environmental and occupational exposures to chemicals.
- Treat populations adversely affected by chemical exposures.
- Develop educational tools describing relative risks of chemical exposures.
- Contribute to public policies related to environmental and occupational chemical risks.
- Offer training programs for environmental health professionals.
The Institute serves as an unbiased source of expertise about environmental problems for communities, employers and governments in all areas of occupational and environmental health, toxicology and risk assessment. EOHSI members are active as advisors to international, national, state and local organizations on public health issues.
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the state of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. Established in 1766 and celebrating a milestone 250th anniversary in 2016, the university is the eighth oldest higher education institution in the United States. More than 67,000 students and 22,000 faculty and staff learn, work, and serve the public at Rutgers locations across New Jersey and around the world.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey has opening for two (2) Postdoctoral Associates for the Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences Institute, located in Piscataway, NJ. Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, the Postdoctoral Associate positions will study how environmental nanoparticles contribute to diseases. Environmental Nanoparticles of interest include those emitted from wildfires, traffic and micro-nanoplastics, the byproduct of degradation of plastics in environmental media. Diseases of interest include neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, metabolic diseases of the gut and respiratory health outcomes.
The position will engage in transdisciplinary projects that characterize the toxicological effects of emerging environmental pollutants using advanced cellular and animal models. Rutgers NAMC is known for its transdisciplinary research on particle health effect research which spans across exposure-mechanistic toxicology-disease continuum and it is equipped with state of the art instrumentation for the physicochemical and toxicological characterization of environmental nanoparticles and their interactions in biological and environmental systems.
Duties include:
- Contributes towards interdisciplinary research efforts in the NAMC Center by participating in research projects related to environmentally induced diseases and emerging contaminants.
- Participates in collaborative research with other investigators at Rutgers and other collaborative academic Institutions.
- Performs research resulting in first-author, peer-reviewed publications.
- Analyzes data and prepare manuscripts.
- Presents results at internal meetings at NAMC, EOHSI and at national or international scientific meetings.
FLSA Exempt
Salary Details
$62,232 - $75,564 according to NIH Stipends based on years of experience
Minimum Salary 20,000
Mid Range Salary 90,000
Maximum Salary 200,000
Offer Information
The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits
Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:
- Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
- Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
- Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
- Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discount programs
Position Status Full Time
Working Hours 37.50
Standard Hours 37.50
Daily Work Shift Day
Work Arrangement
This position requires a full onsite work arrangement.
Union Description Post Docs - Regular Salaried
Payroll Designation PeopleSoft
Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility ABP
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- PhD or equivalent in neuroscience, toxicology, inhalation toxicology, neurobiology, environmental health, biomedical sciences or a related field required.
- Interest in environmental health and ability to integrate wildfire smoke, micro-nanoplastics, and other environmentally relevant exposure data into biological studies.
- Demonstrated experience with neurodegenerative disease models (e.g., Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s) and a track record of first author publications, a plus.
- Experience with the development and validation of advanced cellular models, such as induced pluripotent stem cell–derived neurons, or brain organoids, organ on a chip platforms is a plus.
- Strong skills in cell culture techniques and basic toxicological cellular assays, a plus.
- Experience with full-body exposure to air pollutants in animal models is highly desirable.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Strong work ethic and the ability to work both independently and in a team.
Preferred Qualifications
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions
Posting Details
Posting Number 25ST2471
Posting Open Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus Piscataway (RBHS)
City Piscataway, NJ
State NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Do you have a PhD or equivalent in neuroscience, toxicology, inhalation toxicology, neurobiology, environmental health, biomedical sciences or a related field?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume/CV
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Position Details
Recruitment/Posting Title Postdoctoral Associate (2)
Job Category Staff & Executive - Research (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)
Department Environmental & Occupational H
Overview
With its broad and multidisciplinary faculty expertise, the Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences Institute (EOHSI) is an international resource that supports basic and clinical research in environmental health sciences and exposure assessment and fosters associated programs in environmental health education and public policy.
Established in 1986, EOHSI’s major objectives are to:
- Advance understanding of the mechanisms by which environmental and occupational chemical exposures impact human health.
- Identify and measure human environmental and occupational exposures to chemicals.
- Treat populations adversely affected by chemical exposures.
- Develop educational tools describing relative risks of chemical exposures.
- Contribute to public policies related to environmental and occupational chemical risks.
- Offer training programs for environmental health professionals.
The Institute serves as an unbiased source of expertise about environmental problems for communities, employers and governments in all areas of occupational and environmental health, toxicology and risk assessment. EOHSI members are active as advisors to international, national, state and local organizations on public health issues.
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the state of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. Established in 1766 and celebrating a milestone 250th anniversary in 2016, the university is the eighth oldest higher education institution in the United States. More than 67,000 students and 22,000 faculty and staff learn, work, and serve the public at Rutgers locations across New Jersey and around the world.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey has opening for two (2) Postdoctoral Associates for the Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences Institute, located in Piscataway, NJ. Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, the Postdoctoral Associate positions will study how environmental nanoparticles contribute to diseases. Environmental Nanoparticles of interest include those emitted from wildfires, traffic and micro-nanoplastics, the byproduct of degradation of plastics in environmental media. Diseases of interest include neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, metabolic diseases of the gut and respiratory health outcomes.
The position will engage in transdisciplinary projects that characterize the toxicological effects of emerging environmental pollutants using advanced cellular and animal models. Rutgers NAMC is known for its transdisciplinary research on particle health effect research which spans across exposure-mechanistic toxicology-disease continuum and it is equipped with state of the art instrumentation for the physicochemical and toxicological characterization of environmental nanoparticles and their interactions in biological and environmental systems.
Duties include:
- Contributes towards interdisciplinary research efforts in the NAMC Center by participating in research projects related to environmentally induced diseases and emerging contaminants.
- Participates in collaborative research with other investigators at Rutgers and other collaborative academic Institutions.
- Performs research resulting in first-author, peer-reviewed publications.
- Analyzes data and prepare manuscripts.
- Presents results at internal meetings at NAMC, EOHSI and at national or international scientific meetings.
FLSA Exempt
Salary Details
$62,232 - $75,564 according to NIH Stipends based on years of experience
Minimum Salary 20,000
Mid Range Salary 90,000
Maximum Salary 200,000
Offer Information
The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits
Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:
- Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
- Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
- Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
- Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discount programs
Position Status Full Time
Working Hours 37.50
Standard Hours 37.50
Daily Work Shift Day
Work Arrangement
This position requires a full onsite work arrangement.
Union Description Post Docs - Regular Salaried
Payroll Designation PeopleSoft
Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility ABP
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- PhD or equivalent in neuroscience, toxicology, inhalation toxicology, neurobiology, environmental health, biomedical sciences or a related field required.
- Interest in environmental health and ability to integrate wildfire smoke, micro-nanoplastics, and other environmentally relevant exposure data into biological studies.
- Demonstrated experience with neurodegenerative disease models (e.g., Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s) and a track record of first author publications, a plus.
- Experience with the development and validation of advanced cellular models, such as induced pluripotent stem cell–derived neurons, or brain organoids, organ on a chip platforms is a plus.
- Strong skills in cell culture techniques and basic toxicological cellular assays, a plus.
- Experience with full-body exposure to air pollutants in animal models is highly desirable.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Strong work ethic and the ability to work both independently and in a team.
Preferred Qualifications
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions
Posting Details
Posting Number 25ST2471
Posting Open Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus Piscataway (RBHS)
City Piscataway, NJ
State NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Do you have a PhD or equivalent in neuroscience, toxicology, inhalation toxicology, neurobiology, environmental health, biomedical sciences or a related field?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume/CV
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
See all 462+ Postdoctoral Associate jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Postdoctoral Associate roles.
Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Postdoctoral Associate
Target cap-exempt institutions first
Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and government research labs can file H-1B petitions year-round without competing in the lottery. Prioritize postdoc openings at these employers before pursuing industry research positions subject to the annual cap.
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation standards
USCIS requires a direct relationship between your doctoral degree field and the postdoc role. If your degree is in a closely related but not identical discipline, gather syllabi, transcripts, and an expert opinion letter to preempt an RFE.
Check prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to confirm your offered salary meets the Level I or Level II prevailing wage for your occupation code and work location. Postdoc salaries at some institutions fall short, which can delay LCA certification.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter postdoc openings by employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history using Migrate Mate. This lets you focus applications on institutions that have actively sponsored researchers, not just those that list sponsorship as possible.
Ask about concurrent H-1B filing with your OPT
If you're transitioning from an F-1 OPT postdoc appointment at a cap-subject employer, confirm your employer will file the H-1B petition before your OPT expires. The 60-day grace period does not extend your work authorization while a petition is pending.
Document your research role's specialty occupation clearly
Postdoc titles are sometimes classified by USCIS as generalist research positions. Work with your institution's HR or international office to ensure the job description explicitly ties required duties to your specific doctoral field, reducing denial risk.
Postdoctoral Associate jobs are hiring across the US. Find yours.
Find Postdoctoral Associate JobsPostdoctoral Associate H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Postdoctoral Associate positions qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes. Postdoctoral Associate roles typically qualify as specialty occupations under H-1B rules because they require a doctoral degree in a specific research field. The key is that the position description must demonstrate a direct relationship between the required degree and the duties performed. Institutions that file your petition need to document this clearly in the I-129 support letter.
Are university postdoc employers exempt from the H-1B lottery?
Most are. Accredited universities, affiliated nonprofit research institutions, and government research organizations are cap-exempt H-1B employers. This means they can file your H-1B petition at any time of year without entering the April lottery. Industry or startup research positions do not share this advantage and are subject to the 85,000-slot annual cap.
How do I find Postdoctoral Associate jobs at employers who sponsor H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate surfaces postdoc openings filtered by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history, so you can identify institutions that have actively sponsored researchers rather than relying on general sponsorship claims. Pairing this with the OFLC Wage Search helps you confirm that the offered salary meets prevailing wage requirements before you apply.
Can I switch from an F-1 OPT postdoc to H-1B status at the same institution?
Yes, and cap-exempt employers make this transition significantly smoother. Because universities can file at any time, your institution can submit the H-1B petition before your OPT authorization expires, avoiding a work gap. You'll need a new I-129 petition even if you're staying in the same role, and your employer's international office typically coordinates the filing.
What if my postdoc title is generic but the work is highly specialized?
Generic titles like 'Postdoctoral Associate' or 'Research Scientist' can attract USCIS scrutiny during H-1B adjudication if the position sounds non-specific. Your employer should supplement the I-129 with a detailed support letter tying every core duty to a specific degree requirement. An O*NET occupation profile for your research discipline can strengthen the specialty occupation argument.
See which Postdoctoral Associate employers are hiring and sponsoring visas right now.
Search Postdoctoral Associate Jobs