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Remote Sensing Technician roles in the United States are accessible to international professionals through J-1 visa sponsorship, most commonly under the Trainee or Research Scholar program category. Designated sponsor organizations issue your DS-2019 and oversee compliance while your host employer provides the technical work placement.
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Get Access To All JobsAt Element Biosciences, we are passionate about our mission to develop high performing products to study genomics with unprecedented flexibility and quality that enable researchers to better understand biology for the improvement of global health. We have built a highly efficient product-driven organization where employees can learn, grow, and thrive in a challenging but encouraging environment. We are committed to scientific integrity, collegiality, honesty, objectivity, and openness. We are seeking an experienced Field Service Engineer who will play a pivotal role supporting our growing customer base in the Canada and part of the Great Lakes region. This is an incredible opportunity for someone who is passionate about customer support and winning for the team. We are looking for someone with experience troubleshooting instrument issues involving software, hardware and chemistry. Ability to repair and maintenance instruments in the field. This role will report to the Senior Manager, Field Service Engineering and will be a remote role based in Canada. If you possess the following and want to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to explore this role.
Essential Functions And Responsibilities
- Providing onsite installation, qualification, upgrades, repairs and preventative maintenance service on next generation sequencers
- Identifying root causes and resolving product issues in the field with support when needed
- Displaying professionalism, understanding, tact and technical knowledge in all customer interactions
- Implementing and following policies that pertain to the handling of spare parts: ordering, usage, returns, physical count, car stock management, etc.
- Utilizing service CRM software to accurately document work in a timely manner
Education And Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree or Masters with 1+ years of relevant experience in Field Service, engineering, physics, biology, chemistry or related field (or equivalent combination of education and industry experience)
- Experience with NGS sequencing instrument and sequencing run set up preferred
- Ability to troubleshoot issues with complex laboratory equipment involving chemistry, software and hardware
- Strong time management, problem solving, organizational and relationship building skills
- Experience servicing scientific instrumentation involving optics, fluid handling and thermal systems
- Experience with multiple full life cycle product launches preferred
- Proficient with data collection and analysis tools (eg: in MATLAB, Python, C++ or Java) preferred
- Experience with fluorescence microscopy helpful
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills, including technical writing abilities
- Must be flexible in working hours as this position may require customer support during non-regular business hours
- Demonstrated account management skills preferred
Physical Requirements
- Frequently moves boxes weighing up to 20 pounds
- Must be flexible in working hours as this position may require customer support during non-regular business hours
Location:
- Remote – Canada required (Toronto, Ottawa or Montreal preferred)
Travel
- International/Domestic travel up to 80%
Job Type
- Full-time
In addition to base compensation noted above, you will be eligible for stock options and discretionary annual bonus.
Please note: Base compensation will depend on multiple factors, including geographic location, qualifications, and experience.
We foster an environment such that all people are afforded the freedom to pursue their passions without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.
At Element Biosciences, we are passionate about our mission to develop high performing products to study genomics with unprecedented flexibility and quality that enable researchers to better understand biology for the improvement of global health. We have built a highly efficient product-driven organization where employees can learn, grow, and thrive in a challenging but encouraging environment. We are committed to scientific integrity, collegiality, honesty, objectivity, and openness. We are seeking an experienced Field Service Engineer who will play a pivotal role supporting our growing customer base in the Canada and part of the Great Lakes region. This is an incredible opportunity for someone who is passionate about customer support and winning for the team. We are looking for someone with experience troubleshooting instrument issues involving software, hardware and chemistry. Ability to repair and maintenance instruments in the field. This role will report to the Senior Manager, Field Service Engineering and will be a remote role based in Canada. If you possess the following and want to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to explore this role.
Essential Functions And Responsibilities
- Providing onsite installation, qualification, upgrades, repairs and preventative maintenance service on next generation sequencers
- Identifying root causes and resolving product issues in the field with support when needed
- Displaying professionalism, understanding, tact and technical knowledge in all customer interactions
- Implementing and following policies that pertain to the handling of spare parts: ordering, usage, returns, physical count, car stock management, etc.
- Utilizing service CRM software to accurately document work in a timely manner
Education And Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree or Masters with 1+ years of relevant experience in Field Service, engineering, physics, biology, chemistry or related field (or equivalent combination of education and industry experience)
- Experience with NGS sequencing instrument and sequencing run set up preferred
- Ability to troubleshoot issues with complex laboratory equipment involving chemistry, software and hardware
- Strong time management, problem solving, organizational and relationship building skills
- Experience servicing scientific instrumentation involving optics, fluid handling and thermal systems
- Experience with multiple full life cycle product launches preferred
- Proficient with data collection and analysis tools (eg: in MATLAB, Python, C++ or Java) preferred
- Experience with fluorescence microscopy helpful
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills, including technical writing abilities
- Must be flexible in working hours as this position may require customer support during non-regular business hours
- Demonstrated account management skills preferred
Physical Requirements
- Frequently moves boxes weighing up to 20 pounds
- Must be flexible in working hours as this position may require customer support during non-regular business hours
Location:
- Remote – Canada required (Toronto, Ottawa or Montreal preferred)
Travel
- International/Domestic travel up to 80%
Job Type
- Full-time
In addition to base compensation noted above, you will be eligible for stock options and discretionary annual bonus.
Please note: Base compensation will depend on multiple factors, including geographic location, qualifications, and experience.
We foster an environment such that all people are afforded the freedom to pursue their passions without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Remote Sensing Technician
Document your geospatial credentials before applying
Compile transcripts, GIS certifications, and letters confirming hands-on experience with platforms like ENVI or ArcGIS. Designated sponsors evaluate these during DS-2019 review, so gaps in your technical documentation can stall approval.
Match your J-1 category to your career stage
Current students completing a geospatial degree typically qualify under the Intern category, while professionals with post-graduation remote sensing experience apply as Trainees. Using the wrong category is a common filing error that requires a restart.
Search Migrate Mate to find J-1-aligned host employers
Filter by remote sensing and geospatial roles at organizations with a history of hosting international exchange visitors. Migrate Mate surfaces positions where the host employer is already familiar with the DS-2019 training plan process.
Target federal agencies and research universities as hosts
USGS, NASA field centers, NOAA, and land-grant university remote sensing labs regularly host J-1 Trainees and Research Scholars. These institutions have established relationships with designated sponsors and structured training environments that satisfy DOL program requirements.
Get your training plan signed before the DS-2019 is issued
Your host employer must complete a detailed Training or Internship Placement Plan (DS-7002) specifying your remote sensing tasks, equipment used, and supervision structure. Sponsors like Cultural Vistas or CIEE will not issue your DS-2019 without a signed, employer-specific plan.
Check your role for the two-year home residency requirement
Remote Sensing Technician positions sponsored under government-funded programs may trigger a two-year home-country return requirement after your J-1 ends. Confirm your funding source with your designated sponsor before accepting a host employer offer.
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Find Remote Sensing Technician JobsRemote Sensing Technician J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Remote Sensing Technician role?
It depends on where you are in your career. If you're currently enrolled in a geospatial science or geography program, the Intern category applies. If you've already graduated and are building professional remote sensing skills, you qualify as a Trainee. Research Scholars typically apply when the role is tied to an academic or government research project at a university or federal lab.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa for a remote sensing position?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your host employer. Organizations like CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or AIPT issue your DS-2019 form and are legally responsible for your program compliance. Your host employer, such as a geospatial firm or federal agency, provides the technical placement but does not hold designated sponsor status.
How do I find host employers open to J-1 Trainees in remote sensing?
Use Migrate Mate to search for geospatial and remote sensing roles at organizations familiar with hosting J-1 exchange visitors. Many federal contractors, environmental consultancies, and university remote sensing centers have prior experience with the DS-2019 training plan process, making them more straightforward placements than employers encountering J-1 for the first time.
What goes into the training plan for a Remote Sensing Technician J-1 placement?
Your host employer must complete a DS-7002 form detailing the specific remote sensing tasks you'll perform, the software and equipment involved (such as LiDAR systems, multispectral sensors, or GIS platforms), weekly supervision schedules, and measurable learning objectives. The designated sponsor reviews this plan for compliance before issuing your DS-2019, so vague or generic descriptions typically require revision.
Can a remote sensing role trigger the two-year home residency requirement?
Yes, in some cases. If your J-1 placement is funded by your home government or by a U.S. government agency, or if your home country is on the Exchange Visitor Skills List, you may be required to return home for two years before changing to another visa status. Confirm whether your specific host employer arrangement and funding source activate this requirement with your designated sponsor before accepting the offer.
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