TN Visa Geneticist Jobs
Geneticist roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under USMCA, covering research and applied genetics positions that require at least a bachelor's degree in genetics or a closely related biological science. Canadian citizens can apply at the port of entry; Mexican citizens need a consular appointment. Employers file no petition with USCIS.
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Dayton Children's - Main Campus
Department:
Genetics
Schedule:
Part time
Hours:
10
Job Details:
Dayton Children’s Hospital, a freestanding, independent, Level I trauma center children’s hospital in Dayton, Ohio, is recruiting for a pediatric medical geneticist to join our expanding team of 2 geneticists, a nurse practitioner, 5 experienced genetics counselors, and numerous support staff. This is an employed position and includes a very competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
Department Specific Job Details:
Dayton Children's medical genetics department is one of the eight regional genetics centers supported by grants from the Ohio Department of Health and our genetics laboratories are CAP (College of American Pathologists) accredited.
Candidates must have completed an accredited medical genetics fellowship program, hold board certification/board eligibility in clinical genetics and have, or be able to obtain, a medical license in Ohio. MD or DO candidates will be considered. Candidates must have excellent communication skills and desire a long-term commitment offering stability with the practice. An interest in metabolic disorders/newborn screening abnormality is desirable.
Dayton Children’s serves a pediatric population from a 20-county region of central and southwestern Ohio and eastern Indiana. Dayton Children's Hospital has been recognized as a 2025-2026 Best Children's Hospital by U.S. News & World Report in three specialties: NICU, orthopedics, and mental health.
The Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine department of pediatrics and its residency program are based at Dayton Children’s. Our physicians hold faculty appointments at the Boonshoft School of Medicine and teach medical students, residents, and fellows. Residents in adult neurology, pediatrics, medicine/pediatrics, family practice, child psychiatry, emergency medicine, orthopedics, and surgery train at Dayton Children’s.
Dayton metro is the fourth largest in Ohio and is noted for its association with aviation due to the Wright brothers’ invention of flight. The city is home to the National Museum of the United State Air Force, some of the best private and public schools in the state, a vibrant arts and entertainment community and a beautiful system of parks, trails and river corridors and affordable cost of living.
Benefits:
- Sign-on bonus based on commitment
- Annual incentive bonus potential
- CME: 5 days and $5,500 annually
- PTO: 33 PTO and 5 CME rolled into one bank - increases with length of service
- Flexible schedules supporting exceptional work–life balance, and availability to do some work remotely
- Comprehensive benefits package
- 401(k) with employer match
- Mega Backdoor Roth option
- Deferred compensation plan
Facility:
Dayton Children's - Main Campus
Department:
Genetics
Schedule:
Part time
Hours:
10
Job Details:
Dayton Children’s Hospital, a freestanding, independent, Level I trauma center children’s hospital in Dayton, Ohio, is recruiting for a pediatric medical geneticist to join our expanding team of 2 geneticists, a nurse practitioner, 5 experienced genetics counselors, and numerous support staff. This is an employed position and includes a very competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
Department Specific Job Details:
Dayton Children's medical genetics department is one of the eight regional genetics centers supported by grants from the Ohio Department of Health and our genetics laboratories are CAP (College of American Pathologists) accredited.
Candidates must have completed an accredited medical genetics fellowship program, hold board certification/board eligibility in clinical genetics and have, or be able to obtain, a medical license in Ohio. MD or DO candidates will be considered. Candidates must have excellent communication skills and desire a long-term commitment offering stability with the practice. An interest in metabolic disorders/newborn screening abnormality is desirable.
Dayton Children’s serves a pediatric population from a 20-county region of central and southwestern Ohio and eastern Indiana. Dayton Children's Hospital has been recognized as a 2025-2026 Best Children's Hospital by U.S. News & World Report in three specialties: NICU, orthopedics, and mental health.
The Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine department of pediatrics and its residency program are based at Dayton Children’s. Our physicians hold faculty appointments at the Boonshoft School of Medicine and teach medical students, residents, and fellows. Residents in adult neurology, pediatrics, medicine/pediatrics, family practice, child psychiatry, emergency medicine, orthopedics, and surgery train at Dayton Children’s.
Dayton metro is the fourth largest in Ohio and is noted for its association with aviation due to the Wright brothers’ invention of flight. The city is home to the National Museum of the United State Air Force, some of the best private and public schools in the state, a vibrant arts and entertainment community and a beautiful system of parks, trails and river corridors and affordable cost of living.
Benefits:
- Sign-on bonus based on commitment
- Annual incentive bonus potential
- CME: 5 days and $5,500 annually
- PTO: 33 PTO and 5 CME rolled into one bank - increases with length of service
- Flexible schedules supporting exceptional work–life balance, and availability to do some work remotely
- Comprehensive benefits package
- 401(k) with employer match
- Mega Backdoor Roth option
- Deferred compensation plan
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Geneticist
Verify your degree aligns with the role
TN classification requires your degree field to match the job duties. A biochemistry or molecular biology degree can qualify, but a general biology degree may not. Request a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved service before applying.
Target employers with active LCA filings
Biotech firms, university research centers, and agricultural companies regularly sponsor geneticists. Search OFLC Wage Search for certified LCAs under SOC code 19-1029 to confirm which employers have recent TN sponsorship activity in genetics.
Use Migrate Mate to find TN-ready employers
Searching broadly across job boards wastes time on employers unfamiliar with TN sponsorship. Migrate Mate filters specifically for companies that sponsor TN visas, so you apply where genetics roles already have a path to approval.
Get the offer letter language right
Your employer's offer letter must state your job title as 'Geneticist,' describe duties tied to genetics research or applied genetics, and confirm a bachelor's degree requirement. Vague titles like 'scientist' or 'researcher' can trigger denial at the port of entry.
Prepare for Mexican nationals to book a consular appointment
If you're a Mexican citizen, you'll apply at a U.S. consulate rather than a land border. Appointment wait times vary by location, so factor in several weeks of lead time when negotiating your start date with the employer.
Carry a documentation package when crossing the border
Canadian citizens applying at the port of entry must bring the offer letter, degree transcripts, and any professional credentials on the day of crossing. CBP officers adjudicate TN applications on the spot, so gaps in your package can mean a same-day denial.
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Find Geneticist JobsGeneticist TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Geneticist appear on the TN visa occupation list?
Yes, Geneticist is an explicitly named occupation in the USMCA TN professional categories. Your job duties must center on genetics research, analysis, or applied genetics work, and the role must require at least a bachelor's degree in genetics or a directly related life science field. A degree in a tangential field like general biology may require additional documentation to establish the connection.
How does TN visa sponsorship for Geneticist roles compare to H-1B?
The TN visa has no lottery, no annual cap for Canadians, and no USCIS petition filing for Canadian applicants crossing at the border. H-1B requires a lottery selection, a filed I-129 petition, and months of processing. For geneticists who are Canadian or Mexican citizens and have a qualifying job offer, TN is typically faster to obtain and simpler for the employer to manage.
What degree does an employer need to see for a Geneticist TN application?
USCIS guidance and CBP practice require a bachelor's degree or higher in genetics or a closely related field. Molecular biology, biochemistry, and genomics degrees have been accepted when the job duties clearly involve genetic research or analysis. Employers should state the educational requirement explicitly in the offer letter to avoid officer discretion at the port of entry.
Where can I find employers who sponsor TN visas for geneticist roles?
Migrate Mate is built specifically to surface companies with active TN visa sponsorship history, so you can focus on employers already familiar with the process. You can also cross-reference OFLC Wage Search for certified LCAs under genetics-related SOC codes to independently confirm which organizations have sponsored similar roles recently.
Can I switch employers while on a TN visa as a Geneticist?
Yes, but your TN status is tied to the specific employer named in your approval. Before starting with a new employer, that employer must support a new TN application. Canadian citizens can apply at the port of entry with a new offer letter; Mexican citizens need a new consular appointment. You cannot simply transfer your TN to the new employer without completing the application process again.
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