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Senior Android Developer roles in the U.S. are available to qualified professionals through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Trainee or Research Scholar category, depending on your background. Designated sponsor organizations issue your DS-2019 once a host employer confirms your placement. No lottery or annual cap applies.
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The Department of Physiology & Biophysics has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Senior Research Associate 3 to work on-site in Miami.
CORE JOB SUMMARY
The Sr. Research Associate 3, SOM conducts highly specialized and complex research in support of the division’s research goals and objectives and assumes responsibility for the successful operations of the laboratory. The incumbent also supervises the activities of all laboratory staff and users and serves as subject matter expert and mentor to less experienced staff.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
- Contributes to basic and applied research activities by collecting and analyzing data.
- Understands and interprets research protocols and procedures.
- Maintains an overview of relevant research findings.
- Ensures all research is undertaken according to good research practice.
- Designs, evaluates, and implements methods and protocols for assigned research projects.
- Recommends purchase of new equipment for research projects.
- Writes scientific articles and manuscripts for publication and presentation.
- Oversees and ensures the safe handling of radioactive and hazardous materials.
- Prepares analytical reports relative to research data.
- Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in relevant field required
- Minimum 3 years of relevant experience required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
- Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
- Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
- Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.
DEPARTMENT ADDENDUM
Department Specific Functions
- Lead projects on G protein signaling, dopaminergic neuromodulation, and related pathways in striatal function
- Perform and innovate in biochemical assays, cellular signaling studies, genetic manipulations, and imaging experiments
- Collaborate on multidisciplinary studies
- Maintain meticulous records, laboratory notebooks, and analyze experimental data
- Contribute to a supportive, team-oriented lab culture.
Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:
- Proven expertise in GPCR signaling, cellular biology, and neuronal models is required, along with a strong publication record and the ability to work independently yet collaboratively.
- Ideal candidates will also bring:
- Expertise in sterile tissue culture techniques
- Proficiency in molecular biology techniques, including AAV purification and cloning
- Experience with protein biochemistry approaches, including protein isolation and Western blot analysis
- Experience with confocal microscopy, immunocytochemistry, and immunohistochemistry
- Experience with mouse handling, dissections, and vibrating microtome tissue sectioning
- Ability to contribute toward general lab management and organization
- Proficiency with BRET and 2-photon imaging approaches (highly desirable)
- Excellent communication, organizational, and team skills
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the groundbreaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.
Job Status: Full time
Employee Type: Staff
Current Employees:
If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position, please review this tip sheet.
The Department of Physiology & Biophysics has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Senior Research Associate 3 to work on-site in Miami.
CORE JOB SUMMARY
The Sr. Research Associate 3, SOM conducts highly specialized and complex research in support of the division’s research goals and objectives and assumes responsibility for the successful operations of the laboratory. The incumbent also supervises the activities of all laboratory staff and users and serves as subject matter expert and mentor to less experienced staff.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
- Contributes to basic and applied research activities by collecting and analyzing data.
- Understands and interprets research protocols and procedures.
- Maintains an overview of relevant research findings.
- Ensures all research is undertaken according to good research practice.
- Designs, evaluates, and implements methods and protocols for assigned research projects.
- Recommends purchase of new equipment for research projects.
- Writes scientific articles and manuscripts for publication and presentation.
- Oversees and ensures the safe handling of radioactive and hazardous materials.
- Prepares analytical reports relative to research data.
- Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in relevant field required
- Minimum 3 years of relevant experience required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
- Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
- Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
- Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.
DEPARTMENT ADDENDUM
Department Specific Functions
- Lead projects on G protein signaling, dopaminergic neuromodulation, and related pathways in striatal function
- Perform and innovate in biochemical assays, cellular signaling studies, genetic manipulations, and imaging experiments
- Collaborate on multidisciplinary studies
- Maintain meticulous records, laboratory notebooks, and analyze experimental data
- Contribute to a supportive, team-oriented lab culture.
Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:
- Proven expertise in GPCR signaling, cellular biology, and neuronal models is required, along with a strong publication record and the ability to work independently yet collaboratively.
- Ideal candidates will also bring:
- Expertise in sterile tissue culture techniques
- Proficiency in molecular biology techniques, including AAV purification and cloning
- Experience with protein biochemistry approaches, including protein isolation and Western blot analysis
- Experience with confocal microscopy, immunocytochemistry, and immunohistochemistry
- Experience with mouse handling, dissections, and vibrating microtome tissue sectioning
- Ability to contribute toward general lab management and organization
- Proficiency with BRET and 2-photon imaging approaches (highly desirable)
- Excellent communication, organizational, and team skills
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the groundbreaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.
Job Status: Full time
Employee Type: Staff
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Senior Android Developer
Align your credentials with Trainee requirements
The J-1 visa Trainee category requires a degree plus one year of related work experience, or five years of experience without a degree. Gather transcripts, employer letters, and a skills summary before approaching host organizations.
Target employers with active J-1 host agreements
Not every tech company has a signed host agreement with a State Department-designated sponsor. Ask recruiters directly whether their organization has worked with sponsors like Cultural Vistas or AIPT before you advance to interviews.
Search J-1-friendly Android roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter U.S. employer listings by visa type and role. It surfaces Android Developer positions at organizations already familiar with exchange visitor sponsorship, cutting out the guesswork in your job search.
Build a training plan before the offer stage
Your designated sponsor requires a detailed Training or Internship Placement Plan (Form DS-7002) outlining weekly Android development activities, learning objectives, and supervision structure. Drafting a working version ahead of time accelerates sponsor approval once you receive an offer.
Verify the role meets specialty occupation standards
Check the O*NET profile for Software Developers to confirm your Android Developer responsibilities match the occupation's core tasks. Sponsors and host employers use this documentation to validate that your placement qualifies under the Trainee or Specialist category.
Clarify the two-year home residency requirement early
J-1 Trainees funded by their home government or whose skills appear on the Exchange Visitor Skills List may face a two-year home residency requirement before switching to H-1B visa or a green card. Confirm your country's status with your designated sponsor before signing an offer.
Senior Android Developer J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Senior Android Developer role?
Most Senior Android Developer placements fall under the J-1 Trainee category, which covers professionals with a relevant degree plus at least one year of experience, or five or more years of field experience. If your role is embedded in a university or government research lab, the Research Scholar or Specialist category may apply instead. Your designated sponsor makes the final determination based on your background and the host employer's program.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for an Android Developer, the employer or a separate organization?
The J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not the hiring employer. Entities like Cultural Vistas, AIPT, or IIE issue your DS-2019 form and monitor compliance throughout your program. The tech company or organization where you work is the host employer. You need both a host willing to take you on and a designated sponsor willing to administer the program before you can proceed.
How do I find U.S. employers open to hosting a J-1 Android Developer?
Migrate Mate is the recommended starting point for finding U.S. roles and employers already familiar with J-1 exchange visitor arrangements. Beyond that, focus outreach on mid-size tech companies and research-oriented organizations rather than large enterprises, as host agreements with designated sponsors are more common at organizations that have run exchange programs before. Ask directly during recruiter calls whether the company has prior J-1 host experience.
Does a Senior Android Developer on a J-1 visa face the two-year home residency requirement?
Possibly. The two-year home residency requirement applies if your J-1 program is financed by your home government, if your home country's government requires your return, or if your occupation appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List. For Android Developers, the Skills List is the most common trigger. Confirm your country's status with your designated sponsor early, because this requirement blocks a direct change of status to H-1B or an immigrant visa without a waiver.
What does the DS-7002 training plan need to cover for an Android Developer placement?
The DS-7002 must break down your Android development activities week by week or phase by phase, specifying the skills you'll acquire, tools you'll use such as Kotlin, Jetpack Compose, or Android Studio, and how a supervisor will evaluate your progress. Sponsors require this level of detail to confirm your placement is genuinely educational rather than standard employment. A vague job description will not satisfy the requirement. Draft a working version before your offer is finalized to avoid delays in DS-2019 issuance.