STEM OPT Biomedical Jobs
Biomedical roles in research, diagnostics, and medical device development qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, giving you up to 36 months of work authorization. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and co-sign your I-983 training plan. STEM degrees in biomedical engineering, biology, or related fields meet the eligibility criteria.
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Pay Rate: $71/hr W2
Location: On-site – Santa Clara, CA
This is a hands-on, multidisciplinary role focused on solving complex mechanical challenges involving electro-mechanical, pneumatic, thermal, and fluidic systems.
Core Responsibilities
- Design and develop mechanical sub-systems including electro-mechanical, pneumatic, fluidic, and thermal components
- Collaborate cross-functionally with electrical, materials, and consumables teams
- Develop mechanisms for automated reagent and flow cell handling
- Design and implement thermal control systems
- Lead subsystem integration, verification, and troubleshooting
- Drive design reviews and resolve technical trade-offs
- Manage timelines and technical deliverables
- Create and maintain CAD models, drawings, and specifications
- Contribute to system architecture and technical strategy
- Present technical updates and engineering decisions to stakeholders
Required Qualifications
- PhD + 1 year, OR Master’s + 2 years, OR Bachelor’s + 4 years of relevant experience
- Strong expertise in mechanical and electro-mechanical system design
- Experience with thermal management and precision temperature control
- Hands-on experience with fluidics systems (pumps, valves, sensors, tubing)
- Proficiency in 3D CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks)
- Experience with manufacturing processes (machining, injection molding, 3D printing)
- Strong troubleshooting skills across hardware, software, and chemistry interfaces
- Hands-on experience with machine shop tools and prototyping technologies
- Familiarity with Python, LabVIEW, or similar tools
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with simulation tools (CFD, FEA)
- Background in NGS or genomics instrumentation
- Experience in regulated product development environments
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
Additional Information
- This is a fully on-site role in Santa Clara, CA
- No relocation assistance is provided
- No requirement for fluidics/microfluidics specialization, but life sciences instrumentation experience is preferred
Senior Mechanical Engineer / Biomedical Engineer
Pay Rate: $71/hr W2
Location: On-site – Santa Clara, CA
This is a hands-on, multidisciplinary role focused on solving complex mechanical challenges involving electro-mechanical, pneumatic, thermal, and fluidic systems.
Core Responsibilities
- Design and develop mechanical sub-systems including electro-mechanical, pneumatic, fluidic, and thermal components
- Collaborate cross-functionally with electrical, materials, and consumables teams
- Develop mechanisms for automated reagent and flow cell handling
- Design and implement thermal control systems
- Lead subsystem integration, verification, and troubleshooting
- Drive design reviews and resolve technical trade-offs
- Manage timelines and technical deliverables
- Create and maintain CAD models, drawings, and specifications
- Contribute to system architecture and technical strategy
- Present technical updates and engineering decisions to stakeholders
Required Qualifications
- PhD + 1 year, OR Master’s + 2 years, OR Bachelor’s + 4 years of relevant experience
- Strong expertise in mechanical and electro-mechanical system design
- Experience with thermal management and precision temperature control
- Hands-on experience with fluidics systems (pumps, valves, sensors, tubing)
- Proficiency in 3D CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks)
- Experience with manufacturing processes (machining, injection molding, 3D printing)
- Strong troubleshooting skills across hardware, software, and chemistry interfaces
- Hands-on experience with machine shop tools and prototyping technologies
- Familiarity with Python, LabVIEW, or similar tools
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with simulation tools (CFD, FEA)
- Background in NGS or genomics instrumentation
- Experience in regulated product development environments
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
Additional Information
- This is a fully on-site role in Santa Clara, CA
- No relocation assistance is provided
- No requirement for fluidics/microfluidics specialization, but life sciences instrumentation experience is preferred
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization in Biomedical
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code appears on the STEM OPT CIP code list maintained by ICE. Biomedical engineering (14.0501) and biology-adjacent fields qualify, but healthcare administration degrees typically don't, so confirm before targeting STEM OPT-dependent roles.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask hiring managers for their E-Verify company ID or check the E-Verify employer search tool directly. Biomedical employers at research hospitals and contract research organizations frequently operate under parent-company E-Verify accounts, so clarify which legal entity will employ you.
Build your I-983 training plan around measurable outcomes
Biomedical roles need an I-983 that maps specific lab techniques, regulatory deliverables, or device development milestones to your degree's STEM objectives. Generic job descriptions get flagged by DSOs, so draft learning goals with your direct supervisor before your DSO authorizes the extension.
Target employers with active FDA or NIH relationships
Biomedical companies holding FDA device clearances or active NIH grants maintain compliance infrastructure that makes STEM OPT onboarding routine. Cross-reference target employers against USCIS LCA disclosure data to confirm prior STEM work authorization filings before reaching out.
Search Migrate Mate to filter for STEM OPT-ready biomedical roles
Migrate Mate surfaces biomedical job listings from employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and prior OPT hiring history. Filter by STEM OPT eligibility to skip roles at employers who haven't navigated the I-983 process, saving your OPT days on viable opportunities.
File your STEM OPT extension at least 90 days before OPT expires
USCIS requires the STEM OPT extension application to be submitted no earlier than 90 days before your initial OPT end date. A timely filing triggers a 180-day automatic extension of your EAD, letting you keep working while USCIS adjudicates, so don't wait on your employer's onboarding timeline.
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Find Biomedical JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Which STEM degrees qualify for the STEM OPT extension in biomedical jobs?
Degrees in biomedical engineering, biomedical sciences, biology, biochemistry, and closely related STEM fields qualify if the program's CIP code appears on the ICE STEM Designated Degree Program List. Degrees in healthcare administration or clinical programs without a STEM CIP code do not qualify, even if you're working in a biomedical setting. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before applying for roles that depend on the extension.
Does every biomedical employer need to be enrolled in E-Verify?
Yes. E-Verify enrollment is a federal requirement for all STEM OPT employers, not just those in regulated industries. In biomedical, this includes contract research organizations, medical device manufacturers, diagnostic labs, and hospital research departments. If a prospective employer isn't enrolled, they cannot legally employ you on a STEM OPT extension, regardless of the role's technical qualifications. Verify enrollment directly through the E-Verify employer search before accepting any offer.
What goes into an I-983 training plan for a biomedical role?
The I-983 must describe how your specific biomedical work connects to your STEM degree's learning objectives. For research roles, this means listing lab methodologies, regulatory submissions, or device validation tasks tied to your coursework. Generic job descriptions don't satisfy DSO review. Your supervisor co-signs the plan and must conduct evaluations every six months. USCIS can audit these plans, so specificity about measurable outcomes matters from the start.
How does cap-gap work if my employer files an H-1B petition before my STEM OPT ends?
If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf before April 1 and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap automatically extends your STEM OPT work authorization through September 30 of that year, even if your EAD expires earlier. You can continue working in your biomedical role during this period without interruption. USCIS issues a cap-gap extension notice, which you'll need to present to your employer alongside your expired EAD.
Where can I find biomedical jobs where employers are already familiar with STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate lists biomedical roles from employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and a track record of hiring OPT students. Filtering for STEM OPT eligibility narrows results to employers who have already navigated the I-983 process, so you spend less time educating hiring teams about your work authorization and more time advancing through interviews.
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