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Quality Control Chemist roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations because they require at least a bachelor's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or a related field. Pharmaceutical, biotech, and manufacturing employers regularly sponsor H-1B petitions for QC positions, and the 85,000-slot annual cap applies unless your employer is a university or nonprofit research institution.
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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
Perform a variety of analytical laboratory testing of raw material, processed material and finished products and assure compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations.
Major Job Duties:
- Operate a variety of treatment test equipment, such as HPLC, spectrophotometer, pH meter, filtration devices, hot plates, TDS, Moisture Apparatus, Melting Point, balances, etc.
- Conduct a variety of analytical lab tests in compliance with standard testing methods, procedures and regulations; implement quality control specifications.
- Set up instruments and conduct sample tests; utilize a variety of methods to assure compliance to established standards and testing controls; interpret test results and prepare and submit reports related to test results.
- Perform, interpret, evaluate and record standard process control laboratory tests; perform calculations as needed and record results; notify appropriate personnel of abnormal or critical results and significant changes in lab results.
- Troubleshoot, clean and maintain instruments, glassware and equipment; conduct preliminary diagnostic test on equipment; assure materials meet standards of cleanliness to assure accurate test results; assure an adequate supply of test materials to perform daily testing; perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
- Prepare periodic and special reports concerning quality control and results of laboratory tests; prepare analytical results reports to relay qualitative and quantitative data; submit to manager of quality.
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential Skills:
- 2 years of experience in a related laboratory.
- HPLC, UV-IR spectrometry, NMR, GCMS (Mass Spec, Gas Chromatography, Total Organic Carbon, etc.).
- Technical record-keeping techniques.
- Perform a variety of laboratory testing. Perform mathematical calculations applicable to chemistry testing.
- Work cooperatively with others. Must be able to read, write, speak and understand fluent English.
- Strong understanding of GMP concepts and requirements.
- Able to demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness while completing work in a timely manner.
- Follows instructions, policies, and procedures.
Non-Essential Skills:
- Operate, maintain and repair equipment required to perform related duties.
- Observe health and safety regulations.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's of Science degree in chemistry or closely related field.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit, talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of this job.
Primary responsibility includes review and approval of data for the QC Microbiology lab. Including review in electronic system (i.e. LIMS) and paper systems (i.e. notebooks).
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Akriti Gupta
Associate Recruiter (Clinical/Scientific)
Artech Information Systems LLC
360 Mt. Kemble Avenue, Suite 2000 | Morristown, NJ 07960
Office: (973) 967-3409 | Fax: 973.998.2599
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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
Perform a variety of analytical laboratory testing of raw material, processed material and finished products and assure compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations.
Major Job Duties:
- Operate a variety of treatment test equipment, such as HPLC, spectrophotometer, pH meter, filtration devices, hot plates, TDS, Moisture Apparatus, Melting Point, balances, etc.
- Conduct a variety of analytical lab tests in compliance with standard testing methods, procedures and regulations; implement quality control specifications.
- Set up instruments and conduct sample tests; utilize a variety of methods to assure compliance to established standards and testing controls; interpret test results and prepare and submit reports related to test results.
- Perform, interpret, evaluate and record standard process control laboratory tests; perform calculations as needed and record results; notify appropriate personnel of abnormal or critical results and significant changes in lab results.
- Troubleshoot, clean and maintain instruments, glassware and equipment; conduct preliminary diagnostic test on equipment; assure materials meet standards of cleanliness to assure accurate test results; assure an adequate supply of test materials to perform daily testing; perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
- Prepare periodic and special reports concerning quality control and results of laboratory tests; prepare analytical results reports to relay qualitative and quantitative data; submit to manager of quality.
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential Skills:
- 2 years of experience in a related laboratory.
- HPLC, UV-IR spectrometry, NMR, GCMS (Mass Spec, Gas Chromatography, Total Organic Carbon, etc.).
- Technical record-keeping techniques.
- Perform a variety of laboratory testing. Perform mathematical calculations applicable to chemistry testing.
- Work cooperatively with others. Must be able to read, write, speak and understand fluent English.
- Strong understanding of GMP concepts and requirements.
- Able to demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness while completing work in a timely manner.
- Follows instructions, policies, and procedures.
Non-Essential Skills:
- Operate, maintain and repair equipment required to perform related duties.
- Observe health and safety regulations.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's of Science degree in chemistry or closely related field.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit, talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of this job.
Primary responsibility includes review and approval of data for the QC Microbiology lab. Including review in electronic system (i.e. LIMS) and paper systems (i.e. notebooks).
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Akriti Gupta
Associate Recruiter (Clinical/Scientific)
Artech Information Systems LLC
360 Mt. Kemble Avenue, Suite 2000 | Morristown, NJ 07960
Office: (973) 967-3409 | Fax: 973.998.2599
Connect with us on - LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Quality Control Chemist
Align your degree to QC job descriptions
USCIS scrutinizes whether your specific degree field matches the role. A degree in analytical chemistry or biochemistry strengthens your specialty occupation case more than a general science degree, so highlight coursework in instrumentation, GMP, or regulatory compliance on your resume.
Search LCA filings for QC Chemist sponsors
Use the OFLC Wage Search to filter Labor Condition Application filings by SOC code 19-4031 before applying. Employers who have certified LCAs for QC Chemist roles in the past two years are actively set up to sponsor, which shortens your offer-to-petition timeline significantly.
Target pharmaceutical and contract testing employers
Pharma manufacturers, contract research organizations, and food safety labs file H-1B petitions for QC Chemists at much higher rates than general manufacturers. Migrate Mate filters employer H-1B filing history by occupation so you can identify these sponsors before you apply.
Get your foreign credentials evaluated early
If your chemistry degree is from outside the U.S., obtain a credential evaluation from a NACES-member evaluator before your employer files. A three-year bachelor's from some countries may require supplemental coursework documentation to satisfy USCIS specialty occupation requirements for laboratory roles.
Negotiate a start date that clears the cap gap
If you're transitioning from OPT or another status, ask your employer to file by April 1 for an October 1 start date. QC labs running 24-hour GMP operations often need continuity, so framing your October start as operationally planned rather than visa-driven helps the conversation with hiring managers.
Confirm your employer's E-Verify enrollment before signing
If you'll be working STEM OPT before transitioning to H-1B, your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify. QC roles at smaller contract labs sometimes aren't enrolled, and discovering this after accepting an offer delays both your OPT extension and your H-1B petition.
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Find Quality Control Chemist JobsQuality Control Chemist H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Quality Control Chemist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS consistently treats QC Chemist positions as specialty occupations because they require a bachelor's degree or higher in chemistry, biochemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, or a closely related field. The O*NET profile for this occupation confirms a bachelor's-level education requirement. Roles that list only an associate degree or equivalent experience as acceptable may face an RFE, so the job description's degree language matters.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for QC Chemists?
Pharmaceutical manufacturers, biotech companies, contract research organizations, medical device firms, and food and beverage producers are the most active H-1B sponsors for QC Chemist roles. These employers run regulated labs under FDA or ISO standards and typically have established immigration processes in place. You can browse employers with verified H-1B filing history for this role on Migrate Mate.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect QC Chemist H-1B petitions?
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your specific QC Chemist role based on the work location and experience level. The LCA, which the employer certifies before filing the H-1B petition, locks in that wage commitment. You can look up prevailing wage levels for your location using the OFLC Wage Search to gauge whether an offer is likely to clear the DOL threshold.
Can my employer file H-1B for a QC Chemist role that requires shift work or travel to client sites?
Yes, but worksite requirements add complexity. If the role involves traveling to client facilities or working at multiple labs, your employer must file an amended LCA for each worksite outside the original metropolitan statistical area. For roles at client manufacturing sites, the employer of record must still be the H-1B petitioner, not the client company.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer is acquired or merges with another company?
If the acquiring company assumes your employer's assets and liabilities and your job duties remain substantially the same, your H-1B status generally continues without a new petition under the successor-in-interest doctrine. Your employer should notify USCIS and amend the petition if your role, title, or location changes materially. QC Chemists in pharmaceutical M&A situations should confirm with their employer's legal team whether an amended petition is required.
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