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Precision Machinist jobs on OPT are available across manufacturing, aerospace, and defense sectors. Most roles fall under STEM OPT extension eligibility through CIP codes in manufacturing engineering technology, making your 36-month extension a realistic path. Employers typically require hands-on CNC experience and relevant technical credentials.
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Job Requisition ID: 2507
Posting Start Date: 11/3/26
At Daiichi Sankyo, we are united by a single purpose, to improve lives around the world through innovative medicines. With a legacy of innovation since 1899, a presence in more than 30 countries, and more than 19,000 employees, we are advancing breakthrough therapies in oncology, cardiovascular disease, rare diseases, and immune disorders. Guided by our 2030 vision to "be an innovative global healthcare company contributing to the sustainable development of society", we are shaping a healthier, more hopeful future for patients, their families, and society.
Job Summary
Daiichi Sankyo’s PhD Fellowship Program offers early-career scientists a unique opportunity to launch their careers at the forefront of drug development and innovation. This program is designed for recent PhD graduates and provides direct placement into a full-time role while offering structured development, mentorship, and visibility to leadership.
This particular PhD Fellowship will be within the Precision Medicine Department with a core focus on Digital and Computational Pathology.
Program Features:
- Direct Role Placement: Begin in a high-impact, business-critical role matched to your expertise
- Structured Development: Participate in tailored learning, professional skills workshops, and technical training
- Executive Exposure: Gain access to senior leaders and mentors across the organization
- Peer Network: Join a cohort of PhD associates for shared learning and community
- Career Acceleration: Build a long-term path within Daiichi Sankyo through strategic guidance and performance development
Responsibilities
This role supports the development and evaluation of predictive biomarkers of patient treatment response enabled by computational pathology methods. The position involves both strategic and hands-on responsibilities related to the workflow of biomarker development from exploratory work to further development as companion diagnostics, including study design, model development and evaluation, and data analysis in a cross-functional setting.
- Develop and evaluate machine learning approaches leveraging vision foundation models for biomarker discovery in oncology.
- Utilize large-scale oncology datasets, including H&E and IHC whole slide images and linked outcome data, to support model development and validation.
- Investigate strategies for extracting, aggregating, and interpreting feature embeddings from digital pathology data.
- Correlate model-derived features with clinical outcomes and assess their predictive utility.
- Relate identified biomarkers to drug mechanism of action to support translational research and therapeutic development.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including data scientists, pathologists, translational scientists, and clinicians.
- Contribute to study design, data analysis, and interpretation of results in an exploratory environment.
- Present findings internally and externally; contribute to scientific publications and conference presentations.
Qualifications
Education Qualifications
PhD Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related quantitative field
Experience Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience in machine learning/model development and image analysis (experience with digital pathology is a plus) preferred
- Proficiency in Python and relevant ML/DL frameworks (e.g. Py Torch, Tensor Flow) preferred
- Experience with vision foundation models, representation learning, or multimodal data integration preferred
- Familiarity with oncology data and/or biomarker development preferred
- Knowledge of clinical endpoints and translational research concepts preferred
Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary Range:
USD$100,960.00 - USD$151,440.00
Entry Level
Job Title: Precision Medicine PhD Post Graduate Fellow
Job Requisition ID: 2507
Posting Start Date: 11/3/26
At Daiichi Sankyo, we are united by a single purpose, to improve lives around the world through innovative medicines. With a legacy of innovation since 1899, a presence in more than 30 countries, and more than 19,000 employees, we are advancing breakthrough therapies in oncology, cardiovascular disease, rare diseases, and immune disorders. Guided by our 2030 vision to "be an innovative global healthcare company contributing to the sustainable development of society", we are shaping a healthier, more hopeful future for patients, their families, and society.
Job Summary
Daiichi Sankyo’s PhD Fellowship Program offers early-career scientists a unique opportunity to launch their careers at the forefront of drug development and innovation. This program is designed for recent PhD graduates and provides direct placement into a full-time role while offering structured development, mentorship, and visibility to leadership.
This particular PhD Fellowship will be within the Precision Medicine Department with a core focus on Digital and Computational Pathology.
Program Features:
- Direct Role Placement: Begin in a high-impact, business-critical role matched to your expertise
- Structured Development: Participate in tailored learning, professional skills workshops, and technical training
- Executive Exposure: Gain access to senior leaders and mentors across the organization
- Peer Network: Join a cohort of PhD associates for shared learning and community
- Career Acceleration: Build a long-term path within Daiichi Sankyo through strategic guidance and performance development
Responsibilities
This role supports the development and evaluation of predictive biomarkers of patient treatment response enabled by computational pathology methods. The position involves both strategic and hands-on responsibilities related to the workflow of biomarker development from exploratory work to further development as companion diagnostics, including study design, model development and evaluation, and data analysis in a cross-functional setting.
- Develop and evaluate machine learning approaches leveraging vision foundation models for biomarker discovery in oncology.
- Utilize large-scale oncology datasets, including H&E and IHC whole slide images and linked outcome data, to support model development and validation.
- Investigate strategies for extracting, aggregating, and interpreting feature embeddings from digital pathology data.
- Correlate model-derived features with clinical outcomes and assess their predictive utility.
- Relate identified biomarkers to drug mechanism of action to support translational research and therapeutic development.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including data scientists, pathologists, translational scientists, and clinicians.
- Contribute to study design, data analysis, and interpretation of results in an exploratory environment.
- Present findings internally and externally; contribute to scientific publications and conference presentations.
Qualifications
Education Qualifications
PhD Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related quantitative field
Experience Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience in machine learning/model development and image analysis (experience with digital pathology is a plus) preferred
- Proficiency in Python and relevant ML/DL frameworks (e.g. Py Torch, Tensor Flow) preferred
- Experience with vision foundation models, representation learning, or multimodal data integration preferred
- Familiarity with oncology data and/or biomarker development preferred
- Knowledge of clinical endpoints and translational research concepts preferred
Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary Range:
USD$100,960.00 - USD$151,440.00
Entry Level
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Precision Machinist
Confirm your STEM OPT eligibility early
Precision Machinist roles often qualify for the 36-month STEM OPT extension under manufacturing engineering technology CIP codes. Verify your degree classification with your DSO before applying so you can communicate your full work authorization timeline to employers confidently.
Highlight CNC programming and machine certifications
Employers hiring on OPT want to see measurable technical skills. List specific CNC platforms you operate, tolerances you routinely hold, and any NIMS or similar credentials. Certifications signal competency and reduce employer hesitation about sponsoring an international candidate.
Target manufacturers with H-1B sponsorship history
Not every manufacturer sponsors visas. Focus your search on companies with established international hiring records. Larger aerospace, automotive, and defense contractors typically have HR infrastructure in place to handle sponsorship, making your OPT-to-H-1B visa transition significantly smoother.
Address your OPT timeline proactively in interviews
Bring up your authorization window before employers ask. Explain that you have OPT now and are eligible for STEM extension, giving them years of runway before any H-1B decision is needed. Framing it as low-risk upfront removes a common objection.
Apply before your OPT approval arrives
You can job search and interview while your OPT application is pending with USCIS. Apply as soon as you have your EAD application receipt. Most machinist employers expect a standard hiring timeline and won't penalize you for a pending work authorization card.
Connect with union shops and apprenticeship-based manufacturers
Some unionized manufacturing facilities and apprenticeship programs actively recruit international talent with specialized precision skills. These environments often have experienced HR teams familiar with OPT and structured pathways that can evolve into longer-term visa sponsorship arrangements.
Precision Machinist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Precision Machinist on F-1 OPT?
Yes. Precision Machinist roles are authorized under OPT as long as the work is directly related to your field of study. Degrees in manufacturing technology, mechanical engineering technology, or industrial technology are common qualifying fields. You'll need your EAD card before your first day of work, and your role must connect to your degree program.
Do Precision Machinist jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Many do, but it depends on your specific degree's CIP code rather than the job title itself. Degrees in manufacturing engineering technology, mechanical engineering technology, and similar programs frequently qualify. Your DSO can confirm whether your degree CIP code is on the STEM Designated Degree Program list. If it is, you may be eligible for a 24-month extension beyond standard 12-month OPT.
How do I find Precision Machinist employers willing to hire OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters for employers with visa sponsorship experience. Searching there surfaces machinist roles at companies that have a track record of hiring international candidates, which saves time you'd otherwise spend vetting employers manually. Aerospace, defense, and advanced manufacturing companies tend to be the most sponsorship-friendly.
Will my OPT status make it harder to get hired as a Precision Machinist?
Some employers are unfamiliar with OPT and may hesitate initially, but the concern typically fades once you explain the timeline clearly. Standard OPT gives you 12 months of work authorization, and STEM extension can add another 24 months if you qualify. That window is often long enough to cover an employer's hiring horizon before a long-term visa decision is required.
Are there security clearance issues for Precision Machinists on OPT working in defense manufacturing?
Yes, this is a real constraint. Many defense and government-contracting roles require security clearances, which are generally not available to non-U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Some defense manufacturers do hire OPT students for non-classified production work, but roles touching classified programs or controlled materials will likely be inaccessible until you hold a green card or citizenship.