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Business Development Specialist roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in business, marketing, or international relations. Most positions qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B visa sponsorship. Your 12-month OPT window, extendable to 36 months with a STEM extension, gives you real runway to prove your value.
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Noah Medical is building the future of medical robotics. Our next generation robotic platform targets early diagnosis and treatment of patients across multiple indications. We are looking for exceptional engineers and key team members. Our incredibly talented team of engineers, innovators, and industry leaders bring years of experience from the top healthcare companies in the world, including: Intuitive, Auris, Stryker, Johnson & Johnson, Boston Scientific, Verb Surgical, Mako, Think Surgical, Medrobotics, and Hansen. We are looking for talented, motivated and ambitious team members to revolutionize robotic surgery.
Core Responsibilities:
The Clinical Specialist is a clinical outside sales role responsible for driving product adoption, utilization, and long-term program growth within assigned accounts.
This role leads in-person case coverage as a primary commercial activity. Case coverage is not service support — it is a strategic selling activity that builds physician confidence, accelerates adoption, and expands procedural utilization.
You will:
Clinical Case Coverage & Adoption Growth (Primary Focus)
- Lead live clinical case coverage across multiple hospital accounts, serving as the on-site clinical and product expert.
- Exercise independent judgment and advanced product knowledge to guide HCPs in optimal device use during procedures.
- Build physician trust and confidence that drives repeat utilization and expanded program growth.
- Identify opportunities to increase procedural frequency, onboard new users, and expand departmental adoption.
- Translate clinical interactions into actionable commercial insights for the territory team.
- Reinforce best practices that improve procedural efficiency and strengthen long-term account retention.
- Ensure KPI collection and accurate clinical documentation to support business performance tracking.
Account Partnership & Commercial Development
- Partner closely with Sales and Marketing to support account strategy and territory growth initiatives.
- Assist with product evaluations, trials, and follow-up engagement to convert interest into sustained usage.
- Contribute to field training and onboarding efforts to accelerate adoption.
- Develop relationships across clinical and operational stakeholders within accounts.
- Drive new capital lead generation within assigned territory.
Note: This role involves highly intellectual and non-standardized work. You will apply specialized clinical knowledge acquired through formal education and comprehensive Noah training to influence procedural success and account growth.
About You
- 1–2 years in a clinical, healthcare, procedural, or medically adjacent environment
- Bachelor's Degree required; advanced degree preferred
- Strong communication skills and ability to build credibility with healthcare professionals
- High attention to detail and ability to operate independently in live procedural settings
- Commercial curiosity and eagerness to develop sales acumen
- Passion for supporting excellent patient care while driving program success
LI-Remote
Benefits & Perks (For Full Time Employees):
- Competitive Salary
- Comprehensive health insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision + HSA and FSA options
- Equity & Bonus Program
- Life Insurance (company paid & supplemental) and Disability insurance
- Mental health support through medical insurance programs
- Legal and Pet Insurance
- 12+ paid holidays, Flexible Time Off + Sick Time
- Paid parental leave
- In-office snacks and beverages
- In-office lunch stipend
- Learning & Development Opportunities: On-demand online training and book reimbursement
- Team building and company organized social and celebration events
Noah Medical may offer remote, hybrid, or onsite work arrangements within the state of California depending on the specific team and/or role where applicable.
Noah Medical is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to ensuring an inclusive environment for our employees. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex or gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital or protected military or veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.
Please visit our Careers Page to view our latest openings.
NO AGENCIES PLEASE - Please do not outreach to any managers or submit any resumes without a signed agreement from Talent Acquisition. Resumes shared with anyone at Noah Medical without a signed agreement will be considered your gift to us and no fee will be paid.
Who We Are
Noah Medical is building the future of medical robotics. Our next generation robotic platform targets early diagnosis and treatment of patients across multiple indications. We are looking for exceptional engineers and key team members. Our incredibly talented team of engineers, innovators, and industry leaders bring years of experience from the top healthcare companies in the world, including: Intuitive, Auris, Stryker, Johnson & Johnson, Boston Scientific, Verb Surgical, Mako, Think Surgical, Medrobotics, and Hansen. We are looking for talented, motivated and ambitious team members to revolutionize robotic surgery.
Core Responsibilities:
The Clinical Specialist is a clinical outside sales role responsible for driving product adoption, utilization, and long-term program growth within assigned accounts.
This role leads in-person case coverage as a primary commercial activity. Case coverage is not service support — it is a strategic selling activity that builds physician confidence, accelerates adoption, and expands procedural utilization.
You will:
Clinical Case Coverage & Adoption Growth (Primary Focus)
- Lead live clinical case coverage across multiple hospital accounts, serving as the on-site clinical and product expert.
- Exercise independent judgment and advanced product knowledge to guide HCPs in optimal device use during procedures.
- Build physician trust and confidence that drives repeat utilization and expanded program growth.
- Identify opportunities to increase procedural frequency, onboard new users, and expand departmental adoption.
- Translate clinical interactions into actionable commercial insights for the territory team.
- Reinforce best practices that improve procedural efficiency and strengthen long-term account retention.
- Ensure KPI collection and accurate clinical documentation to support business performance tracking.
Account Partnership & Commercial Development
- Partner closely with Sales and Marketing to support account strategy and territory growth initiatives.
- Assist with product evaluations, trials, and follow-up engagement to convert interest into sustained usage.
- Contribute to field training and onboarding efforts to accelerate adoption.
- Develop relationships across clinical and operational stakeholders within accounts.
- Drive new capital lead generation within assigned territory.
Note: This role involves highly intellectual and non-standardized work. You will apply specialized clinical knowledge acquired through formal education and comprehensive Noah training to influence procedural success and account growth.
About You
- 1–2 years in a clinical, healthcare, procedural, or medically adjacent environment
- Bachelor's Degree required; advanced degree preferred
- Strong communication skills and ability to build credibility with healthcare professionals
- High attention to detail and ability to operate independently in live procedural settings
- Commercial curiosity and eagerness to develop sales acumen
- Passion for supporting excellent patient care while driving program success
LI-Remote
Benefits & Perks (For Full Time Employees):
- Competitive Salary
- Comprehensive health insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision + HSA and FSA options
- Equity & Bonus Program
- Life Insurance (company paid & supplemental) and Disability insurance
- Mental health support through medical insurance programs
- Legal and Pet Insurance
- 12+ paid holidays, Flexible Time Off + Sick Time
- Paid parental leave
- In-office snacks and beverages
- In-office lunch stipend
- Learning & Development Opportunities: On-demand online training and book reimbursement
- Team building and company organized social and celebration events
Noah Medical may offer remote, hybrid, or onsite work arrangements within the state of California depending on the specific team and/or role where applicable.
Noah Medical is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to ensuring an inclusive environment for our employees. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex or gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital or protected military or veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.
Please visit our Careers Page to view our latest openings.
NO AGENCIES PLEASE - Please do not outreach to any managers or submit any resumes without a signed agreement from Talent Acquisition. Resumes shared with anyone at Noah Medical without a signed agreement will be considered your gift to us and no fee will be paid.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Business Development Specialist
Target companies with H-1B sponsorship history
Search Migrate Mate to find Business Development Specialist roles at employers who have sponsored H-1B visas before. Past sponsorship behavior is the most reliable indicator that a company will sponsor you when your OPT ends.
Apply to mid-size companies with growth ambitions
Startups and mid-size companies in expansion mode hire Business Development Specialists to open new markets. They often sponsor visa holders because the role directly drives revenue and replacing a strong performer is costly.
Quantify your pipeline impact from day one
Track every deal you source, every partnership you close, and every revenue figure you influence. Concrete numbers make the H-1B sponsorship conversation easier because your employer can clearly see your business case.
Clarify OPT authorization before your first interview
Business Development roles at some companies require client-facing government contracts that can complicate OPT eligibility. Confirm work authorization requirements early so you are not deep in a process that cannot move forward.
Position yourself for STEM OPT extension if eligible
If your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as information systems or applied mathematics, your 12-month OPT can extend to 36 months. That extra time significantly increases your leverage when negotiating sponsorship timelines.
Bring a sponsorship conversation plan to the offer stage
Waiting until OPT expires to raise the H-1B question is too late. Know your CPT end date, OPT expiry, and cap-subject H-1B lottery deadlines so you can give hiring managers a clear, confident timeline.
Business Development Specialist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Business Development Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B sponsorship?
Most Business Development Specialist positions qualify as specialty occupations when they require a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as business administration, marketing, or international relations. Roles that are more generalist or where any degree field is accepted may face USCIS scrutiny. The stronger the alignment between your degree field and the job duties, the more straightforward the H-1B petition.
Can I work as a Business Development Specialist on OPT while my employer files for an H-1B?
Yes. If your employer files an H-1B petition by the April 1 cap-subject deadline and you have valid OPT status, you can continue working under OPT while USCIS adjudicates the petition. If your OPT expires before October 1 and the petition is pending, the cap-gap rule automatically extends your work authorization. You do not need to stop working during that window.
What types of companies typically hire Business Development Specialists on OPT?
Technology companies, SaaS platforms, consulting firms, and financial services companies are among the most active hirers of Business Development Specialists who need OPT work authorization. Many of these employers have dedicated immigration support and established H-1B sponsorship processes. Browse Migrate Mate to find verified openings filtered by OPT-friendly employers in this role category.
How does a STEM OPT extension affect my job search as a Business Development Specialist?
A STEM OPT extension gives you up to 24 additional months of work authorization beyond your initial 12-month OPT period. This matters for Business Development roles because it covers two full H-1B lottery cycles, which meaningfully increases your chances of selection. Your employer must be E-Verify enrolled during the extension, so confirm that early. Degrees in information systems, applied mathematics, or business analytics are commonly STEM-designated.
What should I do if a Business Development Specialist job posting says 'no visa sponsorship'?
OPT is not employer sponsorship, so you are authorized to work without the employer filing anything on your behalf during your OPT period. It is worth clarifying this distinction with the recruiter. Many employers who list 'no sponsorship' mean they will not file an H-1B, not that they cannot hire someone on OPT. Ask directly whether they can hire candidates with existing work authorization before assuming the role is closed to you.