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Laboratory Assistant roles in the United States are available to exchange visitors through the J-1 visa Intern or Trainee program category, depending on your academic status and experience level. A U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019 and arranges J-1 sponsorship, your host laboratory or research facility is not the visa sponsor.
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Get Access To All JobsResearch Grant Assistant Student Intern, General Internal Medicine (per diem)
- 49456
- 801 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston, Massachusetts
- Part time
Position: Research Grant Assistant Student Intern, General Internal Medicine
Location: Boston, MA
Schedule: Per Diem, On-site
POSITION SUMMARY/JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
The student will be the Research Grant Assistant for a research project. During their time on the project, they will work on a variety of tasks depending on their respective duties. This can include research participant recruitment, conducting literature reviews, providing data analysis, and assisting with peer-reviewed publications.
(The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required)
Job Requirements
Education:
Recent college graduate or student enrolled in a related graduate or undergraduate degree program, preferably beyond a second semester junior.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- Comfort using standard office software (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Willingness to learn and take on new tasks
- Professionalism and respect for confidentiality
- Courses in psychology, psychiatry, and/or mental health
- Experience leading group meetings
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:
As the primary teaching hospital for Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine and BU schools of public health and dentistry, intellectual rigor shapes our inquiries. Our research is led by a belief that skin color, zip code, and financial circumstances shouldn’t dictate health.
COMPENSATION RANGE: $15.00 - $20.00/hr
Compensation Range:
$0.01- $0.00
This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, skills, and certifications/licensures as they directly relate to position requirements; as well as business/organizational needs, internal equity, and market-competitiveness. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well-being.
NOTE: This range is based on Boston-area data, and is subject to modification based on geographic location.
Boston Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Talentacquisition@bmc.org or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans
According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website and applications are received only through our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or “apps” job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment.
Research Grant Assistant Student Intern, General Internal Medicine (per diem)
- 49456
- 801 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston, Massachusetts
- Part time
Position: Research Grant Assistant Student Intern, General Internal Medicine
Location: Boston, MA
Schedule: Per Diem, On-site
POSITION SUMMARY/JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
The student will be the Research Grant Assistant for a research project. During their time on the project, they will work on a variety of tasks depending on their respective duties. This can include research participant recruitment, conducting literature reviews, providing data analysis, and assisting with peer-reviewed publications.
(The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required)
Job Requirements
Education:
Recent college graduate or student enrolled in a related graduate or undergraduate degree program, preferably beyond a second semester junior.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- Comfort using standard office software (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Willingness to learn and take on new tasks
- Professionalism and respect for confidentiality
- Courses in psychology, psychiatry, and/or mental health
- Experience leading group meetings
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:
As the primary teaching hospital for Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine and BU schools of public health and dentistry, intellectual rigor shapes our inquiries. Our research is led by a belief that skin color, zip code, and financial circumstances shouldn’t dictate health.
COMPENSATION RANGE: $15.00 - $20.00/hr
Compensation Range:
$0.01- $0.00
This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, skills, and certifications/licensures as they directly relate to position requirements; as well as business/organizational needs, internal equity, and market-competitiveness. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well-being.
NOTE: This range is based on Boston-area data, and is subject to modification based on geographic location.
Boston Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Talentacquisition@bmc.org or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans
According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website and applications are received only through our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or “apps” job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Laboratory Assistant
Align your credentials with program category requirements
Intern category requires current enrollment or graduation within the past 12 months. Trainee category is for those with a degree plus one year of relevant lab experience abroad. Confirming your eligibility before applying saves time and avoids mismatched applications.
Request a training plan from your host employer
Your designated sponsor requires a completed Form DS-7002 training plan before issuing your DS-2019. Ask your host laboratory to document specific bench techniques, equipment training, and supervision structure, vague plans frequently cause delays at this stage.
Search for J-1-ready lab roles on Migrate Mate
Filter by roles at universities, research institutes, and healthcare systems that regularly host J-1 exchange visitors. Migrate Mate surfaces employers whose hiring history and structure align with J-1 program requirements for laboratory and research support positions.
Target host employers with existing sponsor relationships
Universities, federal research agencies, teaching hospitals, and biotech firms affiliated with institutions frequently already work with designated sponsors like CIEE or Cultural Vistas. These employers understand DS-2019 timelines and training plan obligations without needing extensive onboarding.
Verify whether your role carries a two-year residency requirement
If your J-1 exchange is funded by your home government or a U.S. government program, or if your home country skill list includes laboratory sciences, you may be subject to the two-year home residency requirement before changing to most other U.S. visa categories.
Confirm your offered compensation meets prevailing wage standards
Your designated sponsor and host employer must confirm your compensation is commensurate with the role. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up prevailing wages for Laboratory Assistant positions in your target metro area before accepting an offer.
Laboratory Assistant J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category covers Laboratory Assistant positions?
It depends on where you are in your career. If you're currently enrolled in a degree program or graduated within the past 12 months, the Intern category applies. If you hold a degree and have at least one year of laboratory or research experience outside the United States, you qualify under the Trainee category. Your designated sponsor determines which category fits your profile and issues the DS-2019 accordingly.
Who sponsors the J-1 visa for a Laboratory Assistant role, the employer or the lab?
The host laboratory or research facility is not your visa sponsor. Sponsorship comes from a U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization, such as CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or a university that holds designation. The designated sponsor issues your DS-2019, signs the training plan, and monitors your program compliance. Your host employer provides the placement but is not legally the sponsor.
How do I find U.S. laboratories that are open to hosting J-1 exchange visitors?
Migrate Mate lets you search for roles at employers whose structure and hiring history align with J-1 program categories, including laboratory and research support positions. Universities, teaching hospitals, and federally affiliated research institutes are the most common host types for laboratory roles because they already have established relationships with designated sponsor organizations.
What is the DS-7002 training plan and why does it matter for lab roles?
The DS-7002 is a required document that outlines exactly what laboratory skills, techniques, and equipment you'll train on during your exchange. Your designated sponsor won't issue a DS-2019 without a completed, detailed training plan signed by your host supervisor. For laboratory roles, it should specify equipment such as spectrophotometers, centrifuges, or PCR systems, not just general descriptions like 'lab training.'
Can a Laboratory Assistant on a J-1 visa switch host employers mid-program?
Changing host employers requires your designated sponsor's approval and a new or amended DS-2019 reflecting the updated placement. You cannot simply start working at a different lab without that documentation in place. If your original host employer terminates the arrangement, notify your designated sponsor immediately since your J-1 status is tied to the approved training plan at the original site.