STEM OPT Implementation Specialist Jobs
Implementation Specialist roles in software deployment, enterprise systems, and technical onboarding qualify for STEM OPT when your degree aligns with a STEM CIP code. Your 24-month extension gives you up to 36 months of work authorization, provided your employer is enrolled in E-Verify and you maintain an active I-983 training plan.
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Location: New York City, New York
Experience: 0–1 Year
Language: Fluent in French
Job Summary
We are seeking a French-speaking Scientific Implementation Associate to join a fast-paced implementation team at a leading R&D software company. In this role, you will work directly with enterprise customers, including chemists, materials scientists, and researchers, to implement Uncountable’s platform by translating laboratory workflows, scientific datasets, and experimental processes into structured digital solutions. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates and early-career professionals with a scientific background, research experience, an interest in software, and strong communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Support the implementation of Uncountable’s platform for enterprise R&D customers, including migrating legacy data and laboratory workflows.
- Interpret, organize, and restructure scientific datasets to accurately represent customer experiments and research processes.
- Participate in customer meetings with scientists, laboratory technicians, and R&D stakeholders to understand their technical requirements.
- Collaborate with senior implementation managers on large enterprise projects and independently support smaller customer accounts as experience grows.
- Translate scientific and laboratory requirements into practical software configurations and data structures.
- Work closely with product and engineering teams to share customer feedback and recommend platform improvements.
- Ensure accurate data migration, effective platform adoption, and a smooth customer onboarding experience.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or Integrated Master’s in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related STEM field.
- 0–1 year of professional experience; academic research, laboratory experience, and relevant internships are highly valued.
- Fluency in French, with strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated interest in software, technology, and digital tools; Python scripting or data analysis experience is an advantage.
- Strong data-handling skills, including working with spreadsheets, scientific datasets, and structured data.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and analytical thinking.
- Strong interpersonal and customer-facing communication skills, with the confidence to interact with scientific and technical stakeholders.
- Ability to learn quickly, manage multiple priorities, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with Python, Excel, data analysis, or scientific software tools.
- Academic or internship experience in a chemistry, materials science, or laboratory research environment.
- Familiarity with experimental workflows, laboratory data management, or R&D processes.
- Interest in SaaS platforms, software implementation, and customer success.
Job Title: Scientific Implementation Associate
Location: New York City, New York
Experience: 0–1 Year
Language: Fluent in French
Job Summary
We are seeking a French-speaking Scientific Implementation Associate to join a fast-paced implementation team at a leading R&D software company. In this role, you will work directly with enterprise customers, including chemists, materials scientists, and researchers, to implement Uncountable’s platform by translating laboratory workflows, scientific datasets, and experimental processes into structured digital solutions. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates and early-career professionals with a scientific background, research experience, an interest in software, and strong communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Support the implementation of Uncountable’s platform for enterprise R&D customers, including migrating legacy data and laboratory workflows.
- Interpret, organize, and restructure scientific datasets to accurately represent customer experiments and research processes.
- Participate in customer meetings with scientists, laboratory technicians, and R&D stakeholders to understand their technical requirements.
- Collaborate with senior implementation managers on large enterprise projects and independently support smaller customer accounts as experience grows.
- Translate scientific and laboratory requirements into practical software configurations and data structures.
- Work closely with product and engineering teams to share customer feedback and recommend platform improvements.
- Ensure accurate data migration, effective platform adoption, and a smooth customer onboarding experience.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or Integrated Master’s in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related STEM field.
- 0–1 year of professional experience; academic research, laboratory experience, and relevant internships are highly valued.
- Fluency in French, with strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated interest in software, technology, and digital tools; Python scripting or data analysis experience is an advantage.
- Strong data-handling skills, including working with spreadsheets, scientific datasets, and structured data.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and analytical thinking.
- Strong interpersonal and customer-facing communication skills, with the confidence to interact with scientific and technical stakeholders.
- Ability to learn quickly, manage multiple priorities, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with Python, Excel, data analysis, or scientific software tools.
- Academic or internship experience in a chemistry, materials science, or laboratory research environment.
- Familiarity with experimental workflows, laboratory data management, or R&D processes.
- Interest in SaaS platforms, software implementation, and customer success.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as an Implementation Specialist
Verify your degree's STEM CIP code
Check your school's Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) record to confirm your degree program is listed under a STEM CIP code. Not all information systems or business technology degrees automatically qualify, so confirm with your DSO before applying.
Filter employers by E-Verify enrollment status
Before applying, confirm the employer is actively enrolled in E-Verify, not just registered. An employer who completed enrollment years ago but never re-verified their status can create compliance problems after you accept an offer. Ask HR directly and request their E-Verify company ID.
Frame your I-983 around system rollout cycles
Implementation Specialist roles involve phased project delivery, so structure your I-983 training plan around measurable milestones like go-live dates, user adoption metrics, and configuration sprints. Generic training plans are a common reason USCIS issues requests for evidence on STEM OPT extensions.
Target companies with dedicated onboarding teams
Employers running structured implementation practices, such as those deploying ERP, CRM, or SaaS platforms at scale, already understand project-based work authorization. Use Migrate Mate to search for Implementation Specialist roles at employers with documented STEM OPT hiring history.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer will certify your wage against DOL prevailing wage levels when filing work authorization documentation. Run your job title and location through the OFLC Wage Search before your offer conversation so you can confirm the offer meets the required threshold for your region.
Start your STEM OPT extension 90 days early
USCIS allows you to file your STEM OPT extension application up to 90 days before your initial OPT expires. Filing late puts you at risk of an authorization gap between roles, which is especially disruptive mid-implementation project. Work with your DSO to submit Form I-765 well inside that window.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Implementation Specialist role qualify for STEM OPT?
It depends on your degree, not just the job title. If your degree is in computer science, information systems, engineering, or another STEM CIP code field, and your day-to-day work involves applying that technical knowledge, the role can qualify. Your DSO reviews the connection between your degree and duties when approving your I-983 training plan, so document how configuration, data migration, or systems integration work maps to your coursework.
Is my employer required to be enrolled in E-Verify for STEM OPT?
Yes. E-Verify enrollment is a federal requirement for any employer hiring a STEM OPT student on the 24-month extension. The employer must also sign your I-983 training plan and report material changes to your DSO within five business days. Before accepting an offer, ask the employer for their E-Verify company ID and confirm their enrollment is current, not lapsed.
What goes into an I-983 training plan for an Implementation Specialist?
Your I-983 must describe specific training goals, the skills you'll develop, and how the work relates to your STEM degree. For Implementation Specialist roles, this means detailing project phases like requirements gathering, system configuration, and post-deployment support, along with measurable outcomes. Vague descriptions like 'assist with software rollout' are not sufficient. USCIS expects concrete learning objectives tied to your degree field.
How does cap-gap protection work if I'm in an active implementation project?
Cap-gap extends your work authorization automatically if your employer files an H-1B visa petition on your behalf before your OPT expires and you're selected in the lottery. Your authorization continues through September 30 of that fiscal year, even if you're mid-project. You don't need to file anything separately, but your employer must file the H-1B petition before your OPT end date for cap-gap to apply.
Where can I find Implementation Specialist jobs that accept STEM OPT students?
Migrate Mate lists Implementation Specialist roles filtered for employers enrolled in E-Verify, which is the baseline requirement for STEM OPT hiring. You can also cross-reference the O*NET occupation profile for this role to identify which degree fields most commonly support STEM OPT eligibility, then confirm alignment with your DSO before applying to roles where the degree-to-job connection isn't obvious.