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Computer Scientist roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under USMCA for both Canadian and Mexican professionals, covering positions in algorithm development, systems research, and applied computing. Canadian citizens have no annual cap or lottery. Your employer does not file a petition with USCIS, Canadians apply directly at the port of entry.
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Get Access To All JobsDate: Sep 9, 2026
Location: Somerset, NJ, US
Company: Lupin
Job Description
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements including 21 CFR Part 11, Electronic Records and Electronic Signatures, and applicable predicate rules, aligned with CSA (Computer Software Assurance) and GAMP 5 principles.
- Support validation activities in GMP laboratory and manufacturing systems, including system implementation, upgrades, and remediation.
- Work on networked and standalone systems, including PLC/firmware-based computerized systems.
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Implement and assess IT and Data Integrity controls, including:
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User access management
-
Audit trail configuration and review
-
Data protection and integrity controls
-
Backup, restore, and disaster recovery processes
-
Author and review validation lifecycle documentation, including:
-
User Requirements Specification (URS)
-
Functional Requirements Specification (FRS)
-
System Configuration/Design Specifications
-
Prepare, execute, and document validation protocols, including:
-
IQ, OQ, PQ, and UAT
-
Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM)
-
Discrepancy reports and validation summary reports
-
Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure timely reviews and approvals of validation documentation.
- Support and manage activities within quality systems such as TrackWise Digital, Veeva, and prior experience in using electronic systems is mandatory.
- Execute system upgrades (including SaaS systems), PLC/SCADA/Firmware-based systems and perform validation activities to maintain systems in a validated state.
- Act as a System Administrator for GxP systems, including configuration and troubleshooting whenever required.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams (QA, IT, Engineering, QC, Production) and external vendors to ensure successful project execution.
- Deliver multiple projects independently within defined timelines, ensuring compliance with internal SOPs and GMP standards.
- Conduct CSV remediations, gap assessments, risk assessments, and periodic reviews.
Qualification and Experience
- MS/BA Degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, Science, or Business
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.
- Strong knowledge of CSV lifecycle, GAMP 5, and 21 CFR Part 11 compliance requirements.
- Demonstrated experience in GMP-regulated environments (pharmaceutical or biotech).
- Hands-on experience with validation documentation and protocol execution (IQ/OQ/PQ/UAT).
- Strong understanding of data integrity principles and IT controls in GxP systems.
- Experience with enterprise and laboratory systems, including networked and standalone systems.
- Familiarity with QMS/DMS platforms such as TrackWise Digital, Veeva Vault, or MasterControl.
- Experience supporting system upgrades and SaaS validation activities.
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Prior experience as a System Administrator in GxP-regulated systems is preferred.
The physical requirements of the position generally include: standing, walking, sitting, using hands and fingers, reaching with hands and arms, talking and hearing. In some circumstances, bending, kneeling, crouching, stooping, and crawling may apply. This position may require lifting up to 35 pounds occasionally. Generally work is performed in a combination of a corporate and manufacturing environment.
Lupin is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, veteran’s status, or any other classification as required by applicable law.
This is an exciting opportunity for a quality-driven leader passionate about advancing patient-centric drug-device combination products and ensuring the highest standards of compliance and operational excellence.
Compensation
- The anticipated salary range for this position in New Jersey is $90,000 - $110,000.00, plus discretionary performance bonus (based upon eligibility). The final salary offered to a successful candidate may vary, and will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to: the type and length of experience within the job, type and length of experience within the industry, skillset, education, business needs, etc. Lupin is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.
Physical Requirements
The physical requirements of the position generally include: standing, walking, sitting, using hands and fingers, reaching with hands and arms, talking and hearing. In some circumstances, bending, kneeling, crouching, stooping, and crawling may apply. This position may require lifting up to 15 pounds occasionally. Generally work is performed in an office environment.
Competencies
- Collaboration
- Customer Centricity
- Developing Talent
- Innovation & Creativity
- Process Excellence
- Result Orientation
- Stakeholder Management
- Strategic Agility
Nearest Major Market: New Jersey
Date: Sep 9, 2026
Location: Somerset, NJ, US
Company: Lupin
Job Description
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements including 21 CFR Part 11, Electronic Records and Electronic Signatures, and applicable predicate rules, aligned with CSA (Computer Software Assurance) and GAMP 5 principles.
- Support validation activities in GMP laboratory and manufacturing systems, including system implementation, upgrades, and remediation.
- Work on networked and standalone systems, including PLC/firmware-based computerized systems.
-
Implement and assess IT and Data Integrity controls, including:
-
User access management
-
Audit trail configuration and review
-
Data protection and integrity controls
-
Backup, restore, and disaster recovery processes
-
Author and review validation lifecycle documentation, including:
-
User Requirements Specification (URS)
-
Functional Requirements Specification (FRS)
-
System Configuration/Design Specifications
-
Prepare, execute, and document validation protocols, including:
-
IQ, OQ, PQ, and UAT
-
Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM)
-
Discrepancy reports and validation summary reports
-
Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure timely reviews and approvals of validation documentation.
- Support and manage activities within quality systems such as TrackWise Digital, Veeva, and prior experience in using electronic systems is mandatory.
- Execute system upgrades (including SaaS systems), PLC/SCADA/Firmware-based systems and perform validation activities to maintain systems in a validated state.
- Act as a System Administrator for GxP systems, including configuration and troubleshooting whenever required.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams (QA, IT, Engineering, QC, Production) and external vendors to ensure successful project execution.
- Deliver multiple projects independently within defined timelines, ensuring compliance with internal SOPs and GMP standards.
- Conduct CSV remediations, gap assessments, risk assessments, and periodic reviews.
Qualification and Experience
- MS/BA Degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, Science, or Business
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.
- Strong knowledge of CSV lifecycle, GAMP 5, and 21 CFR Part 11 compliance requirements.
- Demonstrated experience in GMP-regulated environments (pharmaceutical or biotech).
- Hands-on experience with validation documentation and protocol execution (IQ/OQ/PQ/UAT).
- Strong understanding of data integrity principles and IT controls in GxP systems.
- Experience with enterprise and laboratory systems, including networked and standalone systems.
- Familiarity with QMS/DMS platforms such as TrackWise Digital, Veeva Vault, or MasterControl.
- Experience supporting system upgrades and SaaS validation activities.
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Prior experience as a System Administrator in GxP-regulated systems is preferred.
The physical requirements of the position generally include: standing, walking, sitting, using hands and fingers, reaching with hands and arms, talking and hearing. In some circumstances, bending, kneeling, crouching, stooping, and crawling may apply. This position may require lifting up to 35 pounds occasionally. Generally work is performed in a combination of a corporate and manufacturing environment.
Lupin is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, veteran’s status, or any other classification as required by applicable law.
This is an exciting opportunity for a quality-driven leader passionate about advancing patient-centric drug-device combination products and ensuring the highest standards of compliance and operational excellence.
Compensation
- The anticipated salary range for this position in New Jersey is $90,000 - $110,000.00, plus discretionary performance bonus (based upon eligibility). The final salary offered to a successful candidate may vary, and will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to: the type and length of experience within the job, type and length of experience within the industry, skillset, education, business needs, etc. Lupin is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.
Physical Requirements
The physical requirements of the position generally include: standing, walking, sitting, using hands and fingers, reaching with hands and arms, talking and hearing. In some circumstances, bending, kneeling, crouching, stooping, and crawling may apply. This position may require lifting up to 15 pounds occasionally. Generally work is performed in an office environment.
Competencies
- Collaboration
- Customer Centricity
- Developing Talent
- Innovation & Creativity
- Process Excellence
- Result Orientation
- Stakeholder Management
- Strategic Agility
Nearest Major Market: New Jersey
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Computer Scientist
Align your degree to the role description
TN visa status requires a direct connection between your credential and the Computer Scientist position. A degree in computer science, mathematics, or engineering typically qualifies. A general business or unrelated field degree will not, even with years of relevant experience.
Target employers with active research or R&D mandates
Computer Scientist roles at companies with dedicated R&D functions are easiest to substantiate for TN purposes. The job duties must reflect scientific inquiry or applied computing research, not just software maintenance or IT support work.
Secure a detailed offer letter before crossing the border
Canadian applicants present their TN documentation directly to CBP at the port of entry. Your offer letter must specify your title as Computer Scientist, describe your scientific duties, confirm full-time employment, and state your start date.
Search for sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Computer Scientist openings by employers with TN visa sponsorship history. This cuts out the guesswork of cold-applying to companies unfamiliar with the USMCA professional categories or reluctant to support the process.
Prepare a credential evaluation for non-Canadian degrees
If your degree was earned outside Canada or Mexico and you're applying as a Mexican national, a foreign credential evaluation confirming equivalency to a U.S. bachelor's in computer science strengthens your application and reduces CBP officer scrutiny at the port of entry.
Confirm the employer's willingness to support TN renewals upfront
TN status is granted in three-year increments with no maximum cap on renewals. Ask during the offer negotiation whether the employer will provide updated support letters for future renewals, since some companies restrict this to permanent employees only.
Computer Scientist TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Computer Scientist role actually qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, Computer Scientist is explicitly listed as a qualifying USMCA professional category. The role must involve duties consistent with scientific inquiry, algorithm development, systems analysis, or applied computing research. Positions that are primarily software development or IT support may not qualify without careful job description framing that reflects the scientific nature of the work.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Computer Scientist positions?
TN has no lottery, no annual cap for Canadians, and no USCIS petition filing requirement for Canadians entering at the port of entry. H-1B visa requires employer sponsorship, a formal USCIS petition, and selection in a heavily oversubscribed annual lottery. For Canadian and Mexican Computer Scientists, TN is a faster and more predictable path to authorized employment.
Where can I find Computer Scientist jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Most general job searches don't filter by visa sponsorship eligibility, which means you spend time applying to employers without experience supporting work visas. Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for Computer Scientist openings at employers with recent visa filings, so you're targeting companies already familiar with sponsoring skilled professionals from the start.
Can Mexican Computer Scientists face cap issues under TN?
Mexican nationals have a separate TN allocation under USMCA. While this cap is rarely exhausted in practice, it is a distinct consideration compared to the unlimited access available to Canadian citizens. Mexican applicants also go through consular processing rather than CBP port-of-entry adjudication, which means longer lead times before starting work.
What happens to my TN status if my Computer Scientist role changes significantly?
If your duties shift substantially, such as moving from research-focused work into a predominantly managerial or non-scientific function, your existing TN may no longer accurately reflect your role. You'd need to obtain a new TN reflecting the updated position. Migrate Mate can help you identify employers whose Computer Scientist roles are structured to remain TN-consistent through role growth.