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Research Manager roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations when they require at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field like social sciences, public health, or data science. Employers filing H-1B petitions must certify a prevailing wage through the DOL before USCIS approves your petition.
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QUALITY CONSULTING GROUP, a leader in the pharmaceutical, biotech, medical devices, and manufacturing industry, is looking for a talented, highly motivated and enthusiastic to join our team. In this role, you’ll work with a highly enthusiastic team, contributing in a world-class manufacturing industry in Puerto Rico & USA.
Responsibilities
- Perform a variety of routine tasks associated with the Phytogen Seed Company research program.
- The tasks will include any or all of those described for the Field and Processing Worker.
- In addition, the Technician's Assistant will perform additional tasks as required by the supervising Field Technician.
- These tasks may include, under close supervision of the Field Supervisor: assisting with the repair and maintenance of field equipment, limited operation of field equipment, organization of samples during harvest and/or processing, and limited driving of a company vehicle.
- The type of task will be dependent on the stage of the annual research program and will be seasonal in nature.
- Tasks may be performed in an indoor and/or outdoor setting.
- Responsible for performing a wide range of tasks or a specific task depending on the stage of the seasonal research program.
- Tasks may include: Field research operations related to planting, thinning, weeding, pollinations and sample harvest.
- Sample processing operations including preparation of supplies, sorting, ginning, weighing, preparation for shipping and seed packaging.
- General facility operations including general clean-up, organization of samples and supplies, and other routine tasks as they arise.
- Perform additional tasks as requested by the supervising Field Technician.
- Operation of mobile field equipment, such as a tractor or cotton picker, and stationary field equipment, such as a module builder.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree in Agronomy, Natural Science (Biology or Environmental Science), Statistics, Mathematics or Information Systems.
- Interpret field observations (agronomic scouting).
- Standardize qualitative data (e.g., scales, categories).
- Relate observations to quantitative metrics (e.g., IPM applications).
- Leadership and Organizational Skills.
- The contingent worker will be responsible of the process to expedite the needed driver license when asked. (This is a requirement for employment).
- 1st & 2nd shift.
- Availability to work all shifts, weekends and Holidays.
Quality Consulting Group, LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
INTRODUCTION
QUALITY CONSULTING GROUP, a leader in the pharmaceutical, biotech, medical devices, and manufacturing industry, is looking for a talented, highly motivated and enthusiastic to join our team. In this role, you’ll work with a highly enthusiastic team, contributing in a world-class manufacturing industry in Puerto Rico & USA.
Responsibilities
- Perform a variety of routine tasks associated with the Phytogen Seed Company research program.
- The tasks will include any or all of those described for the Field and Processing Worker.
- In addition, the Technician's Assistant will perform additional tasks as required by the supervising Field Technician.
- These tasks may include, under close supervision of the Field Supervisor: assisting with the repair and maintenance of field equipment, limited operation of field equipment, organization of samples during harvest and/or processing, and limited driving of a company vehicle.
- The type of task will be dependent on the stage of the annual research program and will be seasonal in nature.
- Tasks may be performed in an indoor and/or outdoor setting.
- Responsible for performing a wide range of tasks or a specific task depending on the stage of the seasonal research program.
- Tasks may include: Field research operations related to planting, thinning, weeding, pollinations and sample harvest.
- Sample processing operations including preparation of supplies, sorting, ginning, weighing, preparation for shipping and seed packaging.
- General facility operations including general clean-up, organization of samples and supplies, and other routine tasks as they arise.
- Perform additional tasks as requested by the supervising Field Technician.
- Operation of mobile field equipment, such as a tractor or cotton picker, and stationary field equipment, such as a module builder.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree in Agronomy, Natural Science (Biology or Environmental Science), Statistics, Mathematics or Information Systems.
- Interpret field observations (agronomic scouting).
- Standardize qualitative data (e.g., scales, categories).
- Relate observations to quantitative metrics (e.g., IPM applications).
- Leadership and Organizational Skills.
- The contingent worker will be responsible of the process to expedite the needed driver license when asked. (This is a requirement for employment).
- 1st & 2nd shift.
- Availability to work all shifts, weekends and Holidays.
Quality Consulting Group, LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Research Manager
Map your degree to the role
USCIS requires your degree field to align directly with research management duties. A degree in sociology supports a public health research role, but a general business degree often won't. Document how your coursework maps to the specific research domain the job covers.
Check prevailing wage tiers before accepting
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV wage for Research Manager in the employer's metro area. If the offer falls below Level II, the employer may face DOL scrutiny on the LCA, which can delay or complicate your petition.
Target employers with active research infrastructure
Universities, federal contractors, pharmaceutical companies, and think tanks file H-1B petitions for Research Managers far more consistently than early-stage startups. Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by verified H-1B filing history for research-classified roles.
Clarify the SOC code before the LCA is filed
Research Manager positions get filed under different Standard Occupational Classification codes depending on whether the work is medical, market, or social science research. The SOC code determines your prevailing wage tier, so confirm with your employer which code they intend to use before the LCA is submitted to DOL.
Prepare for a Request for Evidence on specialty occupation
USCIS frequently issues RFEs for managerial research roles, questioning whether the position requires a degree in a specific specialty. Gather job postings for comparable roles at peer organizations that list degree requirements, and ask your employer to document why the specific research domain necessitates your degree field.
Start your H-1B timeline from the registration window
Cap-subject H-1B registrations open each March for an October 1 start date. If your OPT or other status expires before October, ask your employer about cap-exempt filing options through a university or nonprofit affiliation, which bypass the lottery entirely.
H-1B Visa Research Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Research Manager role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
It depends on how the role is defined. USCIS requires that the position normally requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific related field, not just any degree. Research Manager roles in clinical trials, social science, or data science typically qualify. General program management roles with broad degree requirements are more likely to receive an RFE challenging specialty occupation status.
How do I find employers who sponsor H-1B visas for Research Manager positions?
Search Migrate Mate to filter Research Manager openings by employers with verified H-1B filing history. Academic medical centers, federal contractors, and pharmaceutical companies are among the most consistent sponsors for this role. Checking DOL Labor Condition Application disclosure data confirms which employers have filed recently for research-classified positions.
Can I switch Research Manager jobs on an H-1B without losing my status?
Yes, but your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before your current job ends. Under the portability provisions of AC21, you can begin working for the new employer as soon as the transfer petition is filed and receipt is confirmed by USCIS, provided your current H-1B has been approved and you've maintained valid status. Don't resign until the transfer is receipted.
What documents does a Research Manager need to support an H-1B petition?
You'll need your academic transcripts showing a degree in a field directly related to the research domain, a credential evaluation if your degree is from outside the U.S., and a detailed letter of support from the employer explaining why the role requires your specific degree field. If your title is managerial but the work is substantively research-focused, the employer's documentation explaining day-to-day duties carries significant weight with USCIS.
How does the O*NET classification affect an H-1B petition for Research Managers?
USCIS and DOL both reference O*NET occupational profiles to assess whether a job qualifies as a specialty occupation and to determine the appropriate prevailing wage level. The O*NET profile for Research Managers lists a typical entry-level education of a bachelor's degree, which supports specialty occupation eligibility. Your employer's petition should align the job duties with the O*NET description to reduce the risk of an RFE.