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Research Technician roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when tied to a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as biology, chemistry, or biomedical science. Universities, research hospitals, and biotech firms are the most active sponsors for this role.
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Research Technician
Physical Location:
Kent Campus - Kent, OH
Salary:
$14.28 to $16.80 hourly
Basic Function:
THE KINSMAN-COSTELLO LAB IN THE BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES DEPARTMENT AT KENT STATE UNIVERSITY SEEK A FULL TIME RESEARCH TECHNICIAN TO MANAGE THE LABS OF A DYNAMIC, SUPPORTIVE RESEARCH GROUP WITH MULTIPLE ONGOING GRANT-FUNDED AND STUDENT-LED RESEARCH PROJECTS IN AQUATIC ECOSYSTEM ECOLOGY AND BIOGEOCHEMISTRY.
Additional Basic Function – if applicable:
THE POSITION PROVIDES RICH OPPORTUNITIES TO LEARN AND DEVELOP DIVERSE RESEARCH AND MANAGEMENT SKILLS.
Examples of Duties:
Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following:
THE LAB MANAGER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE COMPREHENSIVE OPERATIONAL, LOGISTICAL, AND TECHNICAL MANAGEMENT OF AN INTERDISCIPLINARY ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH LABORATORY. THE POSITION SUPPORTS THE RESEARCH MISSION OF THE LABORATORY BY ENSURING THAT LABORATORY, FIELD, AND DATA ACTIVITIES ARE WELL ORGANIZED, SAFE, COMPLIANT, AND EFFECTIVELY COORDINATED. THE LAB MANAGER PLAYS A CENTRAL ROLE IN ENABLING FACULTY, STUDENTS, AND COLLABORATORS TO CONDUCT HIGH QUALITY RESEARCH BY MANAGING LABORATORY INFRASTRUCTURE.
Minimum Qualifications:
MINIMUM ACADEMIC/EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS.
- BACHELORS IN ECOLOGY, ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE, GEOLOGY, EARTH SCIENCE, CHEMISTRY OR RELATED STEM DISCIPLINE
- STRONG INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION SKILLS
- ABILITY AND MOTIVATION TO SUPPORT A SUPPORTIVE, SAFE WORK ENVIRONMENT
- EFFECTIVE AT WORKING BOTH INDEPENDENTLY AND AS A MEMBER OF A COLLABORATIVE TEAM
- EXCELLENT ORGANIZATION SKILLS
- VALID U.S. DRIVERS LICENSE
Preferred Qualifications – if applicable:
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- DEMONSTRATED HISTORY OF PROJECT COORDINATION, TEAM MANAGEMENT, LAB MANAGEMENT, EMPLOYEE SUPERVISION AND/OR MENTORING.
- EXPERIENCE WITH ONE OR MORE COMMON ECOSYSTEM ECOLOGY TOOLS INCLUDING ANALYTICAL SOIL, SEDIMENT, OR WATER ANALYSES, FIELD SAMPLING AND EXPERIMENTATION, AND SENSOR SYSTEM DEPLOYMENT AND MAINTENANCE.
- COMPETENCY IN DATA MANAGEMENT, SYNTHESIS AND ANALYSIS, USING MICROSOFT EXCEL, R, GITHUB, AND OTHER COMPUTATIONAL TOOLS.
- PHYSICAL ABILITY FOR STRENUOUS FIELD WORK.
- ABILITY TO TRAVEL FOR FIELD WORK AND PROJECT MEETINGS.
Special Instructions Summary:
Please apply online. APPLICANTS SHOULD SUBMIT A COVER LETTER INCLUDING A BRIEF STATEMENT OF RESEARCH INTERESTS AND CAREER GOALS, CURRICULUM VITAE, AND THE NAMES OF THREE REFERENCES.
Additional Information:
Must pass a security check.
Kent State University is committed to creating a community that is culturally and intellectually diverse and to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that respect differences, and are inclusive, welcoming, respectful and kind.
We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to non-discrimination to employ and advance qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. We comply with VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.
Kent State University is a Smoke-Free, Tobacco-Free University effective July 1, 2017. Smoking and tobacco use are not permitted on any of Kent State’s campuses or other locations and properties that are owned, operated, or leased by Kent State, both domestic and international.
Job Title:
Research Technician
Physical Location:
Kent Campus - Kent, OH
Salary:
$14.28 to $16.80 hourly
Basic Function:
THE KINSMAN-COSTELLO LAB IN THE BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES DEPARTMENT AT KENT STATE UNIVERSITY SEEK A FULL TIME RESEARCH TECHNICIAN TO MANAGE THE LABS OF A DYNAMIC, SUPPORTIVE RESEARCH GROUP WITH MULTIPLE ONGOING GRANT-FUNDED AND STUDENT-LED RESEARCH PROJECTS IN AQUATIC ECOSYSTEM ECOLOGY AND BIOGEOCHEMISTRY.
Additional Basic Function – if applicable:
THE POSITION PROVIDES RICH OPPORTUNITIES TO LEARN AND DEVELOP DIVERSE RESEARCH AND MANAGEMENT SKILLS.
Examples of Duties:
Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following:
THE LAB MANAGER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE COMPREHENSIVE OPERATIONAL, LOGISTICAL, AND TECHNICAL MANAGEMENT OF AN INTERDISCIPLINARY ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH LABORATORY. THE POSITION SUPPORTS THE RESEARCH MISSION OF THE LABORATORY BY ENSURING THAT LABORATORY, FIELD, AND DATA ACTIVITIES ARE WELL ORGANIZED, SAFE, COMPLIANT, AND EFFECTIVELY COORDINATED. THE LAB MANAGER PLAYS A CENTRAL ROLE IN ENABLING FACULTY, STUDENTS, AND COLLABORATORS TO CONDUCT HIGH QUALITY RESEARCH BY MANAGING LABORATORY INFRASTRUCTURE.
Minimum Qualifications:
MINIMUM ACADEMIC/EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS.
- BACHELORS IN ECOLOGY, ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE, GEOLOGY, EARTH SCIENCE, CHEMISTRY OR RELATED STEM DISCIPLINE
- STRONG INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION SKILLS
- ABILITY AND MOTIVATION TO SUPPORT A SUPPORTIVE, SAFE WORK ENVIRONMENT
- EFFECTIVE AT WORKING BOTH INDEPENDENTLY AND AS A MEMBER OF A COLLABORATIVE TEAM
- EXCELLENT ORGANIZATION SKILLS
- VALID U.S. DRIVERS LICENSE
Preferred Qualifications – if applicable:
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- DEMONSTRATED HISTORY OF PROJECT COORDINATION, TEAM MANAGEMENT, LAB MANAGEMENT, EMPLOYEE SUPERVISION AND/OR MENTORING.
- EXPERIENCE WITH ONE OR MORE COMMON ECOSYSTEM ECOLOGY TOOLS INCLUDING ANALYTICAL SOIL, SEDIMENT, OR WATER ANALYSES, FIELD SAMPLING AND EXPERIMENTATION, AND SENSOR SYSTEM DEPLOYMENT AND MAINTENANCE.
- COMPETENCY IN DATA MANAGEMENT, SYNTHESIS AND ANALYSIS, USING MICROSOFT EXCEL, R, GITHUB, AND OTHER COMPUTATIONAL TOOLS.
- PHYSICAL ABILITY FOR STRENUOUS FIELD WORK.
- ABILITY TO TRAVEL FOR FIELD WORK AND PROJECT MEETINGS.
Special Instructions Summary:
Please apply online. APPLICANTS SHOULD SUBMIT A COVER LETTER INCLUDING A BRIEF STATEMENT OF RESEARCH INTERESTS AND CAREER GOALS, CURRICULUM VITAE, AND THE NAMES OF THREE REFERENCES.
Additional Information:
Must pass a security check.
Kent State University is committed to creating a community that is culturally and intellectually diverse and to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that respect differences, and are inclusive, welcoming, respectful and kind.
We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to non-discrimination to employ and advance qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. We comply with VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.
Kent State University is a Smoke-Free, Tobacco-Free University effective July 1, 2017. Smoking and tobacco use are not permitted on any of Kent State’s campuses or other locations and properties that are owned, operated, or leased by Kent State, both domestic and international.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Research Technician
Verify your degree aligns with the role
H-1B approval for Research Technician positions hinges on degree-to-job alignment. A biology or chemistry degree supporting bench lab work passes USCIS scrutiny far more cleanly than a general science degree paired with an unrelated specialization.
Target cap-exempt research institutions first
Universities, teaching hospitals, and nonprofit research organizations are exempt from the H-1B annual cap. Focusing your search there means you can start any time of year without waiting for the April lottery window.
Check employer LCA filing history on Migrate Mate
Pull the DOL Labor Condition Application filing history for any lab or research center you're targeting. Migrate Mate surfaces this data by employer and role so you can confirm which organizations have actively sponsored Research Technician positions.
Use O*NET to document specialty occupation status
USCIS may issue an RFE questioning whether Research Technician qualifies as a specialty occupation. Pull the O*NET profile for your SOC code and confirm the listed education requirement is a specific bachelor's degree, then share that with your employer's attorney.
Confirm the employer is E-Verify enrolled before accepting
H-1B sponsoring employers must be enrolled in E-Verify. Ask your HR contact directly before you reach the offer stage. An employer not enrolled will need to register before USCIS will adjudicate the I-129 petition.
Request premium processing if your start date is fixed
Research roles with grant-funded project timelines often have hard start dates. Ask your employer to file USCIS Form I-907 for premium processing, which targets a 15 business day decision, to avoid gaps in your authorization window.
H-1B Visa Research Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Research Technician role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the position is defined and what degree it requires. A Research Technician role tied to a bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or biomedical science typically qualifies. Roles where any degree is acceptable, or where the duties don't require that specific field, are more likely to receive an RFE from USCIS. The job description and internal HR documentation are the deciding factors.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Research Technician positions?
Universities, academic medical centers, government research labs, and nonprofit research institutes are the most consistent sponsors because they're cap-exempt. Biotech and pharmaceutical companies sponsor through the regular cap-subject lottery. To see which employers have active H-1B filing history for Research Technician roles, search Migrate Mate's verified DOL Labor Condition Application data by job title and employer.
Can I switch Research Technician employers while on H-1B?
Yes. H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer once they file a non-frivolous I-129 petition, as long as your current H-1B was approved and you've been in status for at least 180 days. You don't need to wait for the new petition to be approved, but the role and specialty occupation category must still align with your degree.
What documents should I prepare before a sponsor files my H-1B petition?
Your employer's attorney will need your degree transcripts and diplomas, a detailed job description, your current immigration documents, and a copy of your resume. If your degree is from outside the U.S., a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved evaluator is typically required. Delays in collecting these documents are one of the most common reasons H-1B filings miss the registration window.
How does the H-1B cap lottery affect Research Technician job seekers?
If you're targeting a for-profit biotech or pharma employer, your petition is subject to the annual H-1B cap and must go through the March electronic registration lottery. Cap-exempt employers, including universities and nonprofit research centers, are not subject to this limit. Registrations for cap-subject petitions open each March for an October 1 start date, so timing your job search accordingly reduces delays.