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Chemist roles in the United States are available to exchange visitors through J-1 Research Scholar, Trainee, and Intern program categories, depending on your career stage. Finding a host employer willing to work with a designated sponsor organization for J-1 sponsorship is the critical first step.
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Rapiscan is seeking a Chemist Co-op, based out of Andover, MA.
Rapiscan Systems designs, manufactures and markets security and inspection systems worldwide. Our products are used to inspect baggage, cargo, people, vehicles and other objects for weapons, explosives, drugs and other contraband. Rapiscan Systems security and inspection devices can be found in a wide range of locations such as airports, border crossings, railway stations, seaports and terminals, government and military installations and nuclear facilities.
Responsibilities
- Theoretical and practical experience in analytical chemistry
- Excellent communication and writing skills
- Analytical instrumentation experience
- Experience in developing computer code using Matlab, Python, LabView, or similar programs
- Ability and desire to work in a diverse collaborative teamwork environment
- Demonstrate behavior consistent with the company’s Code of Ethics and Conduct
- It is the responsibility of every employee to report to their manager or a member of senior management any quality problems or defects in order for corrective action to be implemented and to avoid recurrence of the problem
- Duties may be modified or assigned at any time to meet the needs of the business
- Uphold the company’s core values of Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, and Teamwork
Qualifications
- Must be enrolled in an accredited bachelor or Master of Science degree program in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering
- Must be able to commit to 10-12 weeks, or longer, starting in May or June 2026
- Must reside within a daily commuting distance throughout Co-op
- Must have good laboratory skills and demonstrated experience in computer assisted data analysis and interpretation
- Experience in analytical chemistry and/or electromagnetism
Pay may range from $24.00 to $26.00 per hour.
The pay range above represents annual base salary only. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as your job level, geographic location, date of hire, experience, job-related knowledge and skills, and education in conjunction with market and business considerations.
Base salary is one component of your total rewards package. You may be eligible for long-term incentives, potential discretionary bonuses, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discounted rate through the Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP). OSI also offers comprehensive benefits including various options for health plans, access to 401(k) retirement plan, health savings account, disability insurance, life insurance, AD&D insurance, leave of absence programs and an array of voluntary benefits. In addition, paid time off is offered to be used for vacation, holidays, bereavement, and jury duty. Full-time salaried employees are entitled to flexible time-off.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES
OSI Systems, Inc. and its subsidiaries (collectively “OSI”) does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. If any person or entity, including a recruiter or agency, submits any information, including any resume or information regarding any potential candidate, without a signed agreement in place with OSI, OSI explicitly reserves the right to use such information, and pursue and/or hire such candidates, without any financial obligation to the person, recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited information or resumes, including those submitted directly to hiring managers, are considered and deemed to be the property of OSI.
Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability and Veteran
Know Your Rights
Poster Link:
https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
OSI Systems, Inc. has three operating divisions: (a) Security, providing security and inspection systems, turnkey security screening solutions and related services; (b) Healthcare, providing patient monitoring, diagnostic cardiology and anesthesia systems; and (c) Optoelectronics and Manufacturing, providing specialized electronic components and electronic manufacturing services for original equipment manufacturers with applications in the defense, aerospace, medical and industrial markets, among others.
Location:
Andover, Massachusetts
Job Type:
Full-time
Pay Range:
Pay may range from $28.50 to $30.73 per hour
Job Description
Overview
Rapiscan is seeking a Chemist Co-op, based out of Andover, MA.
Rapiscan Systems designs, manufactures and markets security and inspection systems worldwide. Our products are used to inspect baggage, cargo, people, vehicles and other objects for weapons, explosives, drugs and other contraband. Rapiscan Systems security and inspection devices can be found in a wide range of locations such as airports, border crossings, railway stations, seaports and terminals, government and military installations and nuclear facilities.
Responsibilities
- Theoretical and practical experience in analytical chemistry
- Excellent communication and writing skills
- Analytical instrumentation experience
- Experience in developing computer code using Matlab, Python, LabView, or similar programs
- Ability and desire to work in a diverse collaborative teamwork environment
- Demonstrate behavior consistent with the company’s Code of Ethics and Conduct
- It is the responsibility of every employee to report to their manager or a member of senior management any quality problems or defects in order for corrective action to be implemented and to avoid recurrence of the problem
- Duties may be modified or assigned at any time to meet the needs of the business
- Uphold the company’s core values of Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, and Teamwork
Qualifications
- Must be enrolled in an accredited bachelor or Master of Science degree program in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering
- Must be able to commit to 10-12 weeks, or longer, starting in May or June 2026
- Must reside within a daily commuting distance throughout Co-op
- Must have good laboratory skills and demonstrated experience in computer assisted data analysis and interpretation
- Experience in analytical chemistry and/or electromagnetism
Pay may range from $24.00 to $26.00 per hour.
The pay range above represents annual base salary only. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as your job level, geographic location, date of hire, experience, job-related knowledge and skills, and education in conjunction with market and business considerations.
Base salary is one component of your total rewards package. You may be eligible for long-term incentives, potential discretionary bonuses, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discounted rate through the Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP). OSI also offers comprehensive benefits including various options for health plans, access to 401(k) retirement plan, health savings account, disability insurance, life insurance, AD&D insurance, leave of absence programs and an array of voluntary benefits. In addition, paid time off is offered to be used for vacation, holidays, bereavement, and jury duty. Full-time salaried employees are entitled to flexible time-off.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES
OSI Systems, Inc. and its subsidiaries (collectively “OSI”) does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. If any person or entity, including a recruiter or agency, submits any information, including any resume or information regarding any potential candidate, without a signed agreement in place with OSI, OSI explicitly reserves the right to use such information, and pursue and/or hire such candidates, without any financial obligation to the person, recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited information or resumes, including those submitted directly to hiring managers, are considered and deemed to be the property of OSI.
Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability and Veteran
Know Your Rights
Poster Link:
https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
OSI Systems, Inc. has three operating divisions: (a) Security, providing security and inspection systems, turnkey security screening solutions and related services; (b) Healthcare, providing patient monitoring, diagnostic cardiology and anesthesia systems; and (c) Optoelectronics and Manufacturing, providing specialized electronic components and electronic manufacturing services for original equipment manufacturers with applications in the defense, aerospace, medical and industrial markets, among others.
Location:
Andover, Massachusetts
Job Type:
Full-time
Pay Range:
Pay may range from $28.50 to $30.73 per hour
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Chemist
Align your degree with SOC codes
J-1 Trainee and Research Scholar programs require your chemistry credentials to match the occupational category. Cross-reference your specialization against O*NET profiles for Chemical Technicians and Chemists to confirm your degree field maps cleanly before applying.
Flag the two-year home residency rule early
Many J-1 chemists are subject to the two-year home-country residency requirement if their training is government-funded or their country appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List. Confirm your status before accepting any host employer offer.
Target labs that have hosted J-1 trainees before
University research departments, national laboratories, and chemical manufacturing R&D divisions regularly host J-1 exchange visitors. Search Migrate Mate to find employers in these sectors that actively list roles aligned with J-1 Research Scholar and Trainee categories.
Build a training plan before outreach begins
Your designated sponsor issues the DS-2019 based on an approved training plan. Draft a phase-by-phase plan outlining your lab techniques, equipment exposure, and learning objectives so host employers can see exactly what the J-1 Trainee program requires from their end.
Confirm the host employer understands DS-2019 obligations
The hiring lab or company is the host, not the visa sponsor. During offer negotiations, verify that the employer is willing to cooperate with your designated sponsor organization on insurance verification, site visits, and training plan sign-offs.
Use prevailing wage data to anchor salary conversations
J-1 hosts are expected to pay exchange visitors comparably to U.S. workers in equivalent roles. Pull the current wage for your chemistry specialty and region from the OFLC Wage Search or Bureau of Labor Statistics before discussing compensation with a host employer.
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Find Chemist JobsChemist J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a chemist or chemistry researcher?
The right category depends on your career stage. Current chemistry students or recent graduates seeking lab experience typically use the Intern category. Post-degree professionals seeking structured training in a U.S. lab qualify for the Trainee category. Faculty-level researchers or scientists affiliated with an academic or research institution generally apply under the Research Scholar or Short-Term Scholar category.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a chemist role?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not the hiring lab or company. Organizations like IIE, Cultural Vistas, and AIPT issue the DS-2019 form that authorizes your exchange visitor status. The employer where you conduct your research or training is the host. Both parties have distinct obligations, and you need both to proceed.
How do I find chemistry host employers open to J-1 exchange visitors?
University research departments, federal and private laboratories, and specialty chemical manufacturing companies are common host environments for J-1 chemists. Migrate Mate lets you search for U.S. employer roles aligned with J-1 Research Scholar and Trainee categories, filtering by industry and role type so you can identify hosts already familiar with exchange visitor programs.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to J-1 chemists?
It can. Chemists whose J-1 training is funded by their home-country government, the U.S. government, or who are citizens of countries on the Exchange Visitor Skills List are typically subject to the two-year home residency requirement under INA Section 212(e). This means you must return home for two years before changing to most other nonimmigrant or immigrant visa categories. A waiver is possible but requires a separate DOL or State Department process.
What does a J-1 training plan need to include for a chemistry role?
The training plan must detail the specific techniques, equipment, and competencies you'll develop at the host site, broken into phases with timelines. For chemistry roles this typically covers instrumentation such as GC-MS or NMR, laboratory safety protocols, data analysis methods, and any collaborative research objectives. The designated sponsor organization reviews and approves this plan before issuing the DS-2019, and the host employer must sign it.
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