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Bioinformatics positions in the United States are available to qualified candidates through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Research Scholar or Trainee program category, depending on your career stage. Designated sponsors issue the DS-2019 form, while universities, biotech firms, and research institutes serve as your host employer.
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Get Access To All JobsReady to redefine what's possible in molecular diagnostics?
Join a team of brilliant, passionate innovators determined to transform healthcare. At BillionToOne, we've built a category-defining, publicly traded company on Nasdaq where transparency fuels trust, collaboration drives breakthroughs, and every contribution moves the needle on our mission to make life-changing diagnostics accessible to all. We don't just aim for incremental improvements; we build products that are 10x better than anything that exists today.
Our scientists, engineers, sales executives, and visionaries are united by an unwavering commitment to changing the standard of care in prenatal and cancer diagnostics. This is where cutting-edge science meets human compassion, and every innovation you contribute helps remove the fear of the unknown from some of life's most critical medical moments.
If you're driven by purpose, energized by innovation, and ready to help shape the future of precision medicine at scale, this is where you belong.
We are looking for a Bioinformatics Intern, Prenatal to join and support our Bioinformatics team in developing bioinformatics pipelines and analyzing next-generation DNA sequencing data. This position will focus on an analysis and/or development project with guidance from Bioinformatics team members. BTO is a dynamic, start-up environment that requires adaptability and the ability to quickly learn and apply new concepts. This internship will provide valuable mentorship from BI Associates and BI Senior Scientists, hands-on experience, and professional development opportunities. The Bioinformatics Intern is a full-time onsite position in our Menlo Park office for 10 weeks.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct a research and/or development project centered on one of our prenatal assays
- Improve next-generation sequencing analysis pipelines under the guidance of Bioinformatics team members
- Communicate through presentations, written reports, and/or code review
- Collaborate with scientists and support new scientific insights
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Bioinformatics, Biology, Computational Biology, Computer Science, Bioengineering, Physics, or other related fields
- Strong programming skills in Python and R
- High mathematical and statistical aptitude
- Great attention to detail
- Curious about pursuing a career in Bioinformatics
Nice-To-Haves:
- Familiarity with MS Excel, bash, AWS, SQL, and git
- Research experience in bioinformatics, biology, or physical sciences
- Molecular biology (DNA purification, PCR, electrophoresis) or next-generation DNA sequencing laboratory experience
Benefits And Perks:
- Working with a team of 'rockstars' who bring out the best in everyone
- Open, transparent culture that includes weekly Town Hall meetings
- The ability to indirectly or directly change the lives of hundreds of thousand patients
- Free daily on-site lunches provided from top eateries
- Latest and greatest hardware (laptop, lab equipment, facilities)
- A variety of perks on campus (state of the art gym, restaurant)
- Free on-site EV charging (compatible with all EVs, including Tesla)
At BillionToOne, we are proud to offer a combination of (1) competitive base pay, and (2) the opportunity for professional growth.
For this position, the base pay rate is $25 per hour.
BillionToOne is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
For more information about how we protect your information, we encourage you to review our Privacy Policy.
BillionToOne is a next-generation molecular diagnostics company on a mission to make powerful, accurate diagnostic tests accessible to everyone. Our revolutionary QCT molecular counting technology enhances disease detection resolution by over a thousandfold using cell-free DNA, a breakthrough that has already transformed the lives of over half a million patients worldwide.
Our Impact
Unity Complete™ is the only non-invasive prenatal screen capable of assessing fetal risk for both common recessive conditions and aneuploidies from a single maternal blood sample. Our Northstar® liquid biopsy test uniquely combines treatment selection with real-time monitoring, giving oncologists unprecedented precision in cancer care.
Our Growth
From $0 to $150M+ in Annual Recurring Revenue in just five years. In 2025, we completed one of the most successful IPOs for a medical diagnostics company, building on nearly $400M in private funding, including our $130M Series D in 2024 and backed by world-class investors including Hummingbird, Adams Street Partners, Neuberger Berman, Baillie Gifford, and Premji Invest.
Our Recognition
Forbes named us one of America's Best Startup Employers for 2025 and we're Great Place to Work certified, with 100% of our people willing to go the extra mile, even as we've scaled to over 700 employees.
Our Future
Headquartered in Menlo Park with facilities in Union City, CA, and a new lab opening in Austin, TX in 2027, we're continuing to push the boundaries of what's possible in molecular diagnostics. We're just getting started.
Ready to help us change the world, one molecule at a time? Learn more at billiontoone.com
Ready to redefine what's possible in molecular diagnostics?
Join a team of brilliant, passionate innovators determined to transform healthcare. At BillionToOne, we've built a category-defining, publicly traded company on Nasdaq where transparency fuels trust, collaboration drives breakthroughs, and every contribution moves the needle on our mission to make life-changing diagnostics accessible to all. We don't just aim for incremental improvements; we build products that are 10x better than anything that exists today.
Our scientists, engineers, sales executives, and visionaries are united by an unwavering commitment to changing the standard of care in prenatal and cancer diagnostics. This is where cutting-edge science meets human compassion, and every innovation you contribute helps remove the fear of the unknown from some of life's most critical medical moments.
If you're driven by purpose, energized by innovation, and ready to help shape the future of precision medicine at scale, this is where you belong.
We are looking for a Bioinformatics Intern, Prenatal to join and support our Bioinformatics team in developing bioinformatics pipelines and analyzing next-generation DNA sequencing data. This position will focus on an analysis and/or development project with guidance from Bioinformatics team members. BTO is a dynamic, start-up environment that requires adaptability and the ability to quickly learn and apply new concepts. This internship will provide valuable mentorship from BI Associates and BI Senior Scientists, hands-on experience, and professional development opportunities. The Bioinformatics Intern is a full-time onsite position in our Menlo Park office for 10 weeks.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct a research and/or development project centered on one of our prenatal assays
- Improve next-generation sequencing analysis pipelines under the guidance of Bioinformatics team members
- Communicate through presentations, written reports, and/or code review
- Collaborate with scientists and support new scientific insights
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Bioinformatics, Biology, Computational Biology, Computer Science, Bioengineering, Physics, or other related fields
- Strong programming skills in Python and R
- High mathematical and statistical aptitude
- Great attention to detail
- Curious about pursuing a career in Bioinformatics
Nice-To-Haves:
- Familiarity with MS Excel, bash, AWS, SQL, and git
- Research experience in bioinformatics, biology, or physical sciences
- Molecular biology (DNA purification, PCR, electrophoresis) or next-generation DNA sequencing laboratory experience
Benefits And Perks:
- Working with a team of 'rockstars' who bring out the best in everyone
- Open, transparent culture that includes weekly Town Hall meetings
- The ability to indirectly or directly change the lives of hundreds of thousand patients
- Free daily on-site lunches provided from top eateries
- Latest and greatest hardware (laptop, lab equipment, facilities)
- A variety of perks on campus (state of the art gym, restaurant)
- Free on-site EV charging (compatible with all EVs, including Tesla)
At BillionToOne, we are proud to offer a combination of (1) competitive base pay, and (2) the opportunity for professional growth.
For this position, the base pay rate is $25 per hour.
BillionToOne is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
For more information about how we protect your information, we encourage you to review our Privacy Policy.
BillionToOne is a next-generation molecular diagnostics company on a mission to make powerful, accurate diagnostic tests accessible to everyone. Our revolutionary QCT molecular counting technology enhances disease detection resolution by over a thousandfold using cell-free DNA, a breakthrough that has already transformed the lives of over half a million patients worldwide.
Our Impact
Unity Complete™ is the only non-invasive prenatal screen capable of assessing fetal risk for both common recessive conditions and aneuploidies from a single maternal blood sample. Our Northstar® liquid biopsy test uniquely combines treatment selection with real-time monitoring, giving oncologists unprecedented precision in cancer care.
Our Growth
From $0 to $150M+ in Annual Recurring Revenue in just five years. In 2025, we completed one of the most successful IPOs for a medical diagnostics company, building on nearly $400M in private funding, including our $130M Series D in 2024 and backed by world-class investors including Hummingbird, Adams Street Partners, Neuberger Berman, Baillie Gifford, and Premji Invest.
Our Recognition
Forbes named us one of America's Best Startup Employers for 2025 and we're Great Place to Work certified, with 100% of our people willing to go the extra mile, even as we've scaled to over 700 employees.
Our Future
Headquartered in Menlo Park with facilities in Union City, CA, and a new lab opening in Austin, TX in 2027, we're continuing to push the boundaries of what's possible in molecular diagnostics. We're just getting started.
Ready to help us change the world, one molecule at a time? Learn more at billiontoone.com
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Bioinformatics
Align your credentials with specialty occupation standards
Your bioinformatics background needs to map clearly to a specific role. A graduate degree in computational biology, genomics, or a related field strengthens your DS-2019 application and signals to designated sponsors that your training plan is academically grounded.
Target research institutes with active DS-2019 pipelines
Universities, NIH-affiliated labs, and biotech research centers regularly host J-1 Research Scholars. Search Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers posting bioinformatics roles that align with J-1 sponsorship rather than filtering by H-1B history alone.
Distinguish Trainee from Research Scholar before applying
If you hold a degree and have under one year of post-graduation experience, the Trainee category applies. If you're a postdoc or established researcher, Research Scholar is the correct program. Mismatching the category delays your DS-2019 issuance.
Prepare a detailed individual training plan early
Your host employer must co-sign a structured training plan outlining learning objectives, supervision, and milestones. For bioinformatics roles, include specific methodologies like genome assembly workflows or statistical modeling tools you'll use on-site.
Clarify your 2-year home residency requirement before accepting offers
Government-funded bioinformatics positions, particularly those tied to NIH grants or federal labs, commonly trigger the 2-year home residency requirement. Confirm your J-1 category and funding source with your designated sponsor before signing an offer letter.
Verify your host employer's willingness before the DS-2019 process starts
Employers unfamiliar with J-1 hosting often stall when the designated sponsor contacts them for compliance documentation. Confirm your host has hosted J-1 exchange visitors before and is prepared to complete the required SEVIS reporting obligations.
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Find Bioinformatics JobsBioinformatics J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to bioinformatics roles?
It depends on your career stage. Current graduate students or recent graduates with under one year of post-degree experience typically qualify under the Trainee category. Postdoctoral researchers, faculty, and established scientists pursuing U.S. lab placements generally qualify under the Research Scholar category, which requires a degree plus relevant professional experience.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa for a bioinformatics position?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as IIE, CIEE, or a university's international programs office, not your hiring employer. Your employer is the host. The designated sponsor reviews your qualifications, issues the DS-2019 form, and monitors your compliance throughout the exchange program. These are two separate relationships.
Does my bioinformatics role trigger the 2-year home residency requirement?
Potentially yes. The 2-year home residency requirement often applies when your position is funded by a U.S. government agency such as NIH or NSF, or if your home country's government funded part of your training. Many academic and federal bioinformatics roles fall into this category, so verify your funding source with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer.
How do I find U.S. employers willing to host J-1 bioinformatics researchers?
Use Migrate Mate to search for bioinformatics roles at U.S. employers that are open to J-1 exchange visitors. Filtering by research-focused organizations, universities, and biotech firms significantly narrows the pool to hosts familiar with DS-2019 requirements. Cold outreach to employers unfamiliar with J-1 hosting rarely converts, so targeting experienced hosts saves time.
Can I work on proprietary genomics or clinical data under a J-1 visa?
Yes, but your individual training plan must reflect the educational and training purpose of the exchange. J-1 status is not a standard work authorization. If your role shifts primarily toward production work on proprietary pipelines with no structured training component, your designated sponsor may flag a compliance issue during SEVIS monitoring reviews.
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