TN Visa Laboratory Manager Jobs
Laboratory Manager roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Scientific Technician/Technologist category when your credentials align with the role's technical scope. Canadian citizens can apply at the port of entry without a cap; Mexican citizens require consular processing. A bachelor's degree in a natural science or related field is the standard credential reviewers expect.
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Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
We’re offering a generous sign-on bonus of $10,000 to eligible candidates who join our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we’re excited to discuss the details of this bonus during the interview process.
Starting rate is $33/hour. Hourly pay is based on experience, education, and certifications, plus additional differentials, premiums, and incentives where applicable.
The Medical Laboratory Scientist I, in their role as Testing Personnel as defined by CLIA, is responsible for specimen processing, test performance, and reporting of both waived and non-waived test results. Under general supervision, each individual performs only those tests authorized by the laboratory manager and requiring a degree of skill commensurate with the individual's education, training or experience, and technical abilities.
Does this position require Patient Care?
No
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
As outlined by CLIA, after successful completion of orientation, training, and competency assessment on all instruments/methods applicable to their role:
- Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining records of patient test results.
- Maintain records that demonstrate proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples.
- Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies, and document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and maintenance performed.
- Follow the laboratory's established corrective action policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.
- Be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correct the problems or immediately notify the general supervisor, technical consultant, technical supervisor, clinical consultant, or director.
- Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications. (42 CFR 493.1425, 493.1495)
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Bachelor's Degree Clinical Laboratory Sciences required or Bachelor's Degree Medical Technology required or Bachelor's Degree Laboratory Sciences required and
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Medical Technologist (ASCP) - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) preferred. Eligibility required.
Experience
1-2 years of lab experience required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Must have basic understanding of laboratory equipment and its operation, maintenance and repair and analytic techniques.
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Must have the ability to pay careful attention to detail and to adhere to written protocols, including communication with supervisors when issues are identified.
- Must be able to perform as a team member.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to interact professionally and effectively with numerous staff including physicians, hospital personnel, employees, and patients.
ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS (IF APPLICABLE)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
90 Blossom Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Evening (United States of America)
Pay Range
$27.95 - $40.70/Hourly
Grade
6
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO STATEMENT:
1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
MASS GENERAL BRIGHAM COMPETENCY FRAMEWORK
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
INTRODUCTION
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
We’re offering a generous sign-on bonus of $10,000 to eligible candidates who join our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we’re excited to discuss the details of this bonus during the interview process.
Starting rate is $33/hour. Hourly pay is based on experience, education, and certifications, plus additional differentials, premiums, and incentives where applicable.
The Medical Laboratory Scientist I, in their role as Testing Personnel as defined by CLIA, is responsible for specimen processing, test performance, and reporting of both waived and non-waived test results. Under general supervision, each individual performs only those tests authorized by the laboratory manager and requiring a degree of skill commensurate with the individual's education, training or experience, and technical abilities.
Does this position require Patient Care?
No
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
As outlined by CLIA, after successful completion of orientation, training, and competency assessment on all instruments/methods applicable to their role:
- Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining records of patient test results.
- Maintain records that demonstrate proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples.
- Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies, and document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and maintenance performed.
- Follow the laboratory's established corrective action policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.
- Be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correct the problems or immediately notify the general supervisor, technical consultant, technical supervisor, clinical consultant, or director.
- Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications. (42 CFR 493.1425, 493.1495)
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Bachelor's Degree Clinical Laboratory Sciences required or Bachelor's Degree Medical Technology required or Bachelor's Degree Laboratory Sciences required and
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Medical Technologist (ASCP) - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) preferred. Eligibility required.
Experience
1-2 years of lab experience required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Must have basic understanding of laboratory equipment and its operation, maintenance and repair and analytic techniques.
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Must have the ability to pay careful attention to detail and to adhere to written protocols, including communication with supervisors when issues are identified.
- Must be able to perform as a team member.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to interact professionally and effectively with numerous staff including physicians, hospital personnel, employees, and patients.
ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS (IF APPLICABLE)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
90 Blossom Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Evening (United States of America)
Pay Range
$27.95 - $40.70/Hourly
Grade
6
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO STATEMENT:
1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
MASS GENERAL BRIGHAM COMPETENCY FRAMEWORK
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Laboratory Manager
Align your credentials to USMCA categories
TN visa classification for Laboratory Managers depends on your degree field matching the lab's technical discipline, such as chemistry, biology, or microbiology. A general management degree rarely satisfies the Scientific Technician/Technologist credential requirement on its own.
Target employers with active lab compliance programs
Research facilities, hospital systems, and pharmaceutical manufacturers routinely sponsor TN visas because they already manage regulatory compliance infrastructure. These employers understand credential verification and are less likely to treat your TN sponsorship request as an unfamiliar process.
Request a support letter specifying your technical duties
Ask your prospective employer to detail the scientific work you'll perform, not just your managerial responsibilities. CBP officers assessing TN eligibility want to see technical oversight of lab operations, not general administrative management, described explicitly in the offer letter.
Use Migrate Mate to identify TN-ready employers
Search Migrate Mate to find Laboratory Manager roles at employers with recent visa filings who are experienced with work visa sponsorship. Filtering by employer sponsorship experience saves you from spending time on companies unfamiliar with visa processes.
Prepare for Canadian border entry with complete documentation
Canadian citizens can obtain TN status at a land port or airport without advance petition filing. Bring your degree transcripts, your offer letter detailing lab duties, and proof of Canadian citizenship. Missing any document means a same-day denial with no appeal option.
Clarify TN renewal timing before your first year ends
TN status is granted in up to three-year increments with no statutory limit on renewals, but your employer must initiate renewal before your current period expires. Confirm your employer's internal HR timeline early so the process doesn't stall between lab operational cycles.
Laboratory Manager TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Laboratory Manager role qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
It depends on how your duties and credentials map to the USMCA's defined categories. Laboratory Managers with a bachelor's degree in a natural science who oversee technical lab operations typically qualify under the Scientific Technician/Technologist category. Roles where the position is primarily administrative management without hands-on scientific oversight face higher scrutiny at the port of entry or consulate.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Laboratory Manager positions?
TN has no annual cap and no lottery, so Canadian citizens can secure status at the border on the day of entry if documentation is complete. H-1B visa requires employer petition filing months in advance, lottery selection, and USCIS processing. For Laboratory Managers with Canadian or Mexican citizenship and a qualifying science degree, TN is faster and far more predictable than the H-1B visa process.
What does the employer need to provide to support a TN application?
Your employer must issue a detailed offer letter describing the scientific and technical nature of your laboratory duties, your specific job title, your intended work location, and the duration of employment. The letter should also confirm your salary and state that the role qualifies under a recognized USMCA professional category. Generic offer letters citing only job title and start date are routinely questioned at ports of entry.
Where can I find Laboratory Manager jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals searching for roles with TN visa sponsorship. You can filter by job title and sponsorship history so you're applying to employers who are already set up to support the process, rather than educating an HR team about TN visa requirements from scratch during your offer negotiation.
Can Mexican citizens obtain TN status for Laboratory Manager roles the same way Canadians can?
No. Mexican TN applicants must apply for a TN visa at a U.S. consulate in Mexico, typically in Ciudad Juarez or Monterrey, rather than presenting at a port of entry. The consular process requires scheduling an appointment, submitting your DS-160, and attending an interview. Processing times vary by consulate and appointment availability, making advance planning more critical than for Canadian applicants.