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Postdoctoral Research Fellow roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the Scientific Technician/Technologist or Research Scientist categories, depending on your appointment and institution. Canadian citizens can apply at the border with no cap concerns. Mexican citizens need consular processing. A qualifying doctoral degree and a formal offer letter are your two non-negotiable starting points.
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Dr. Jason Woods has an opening for a postdoctoral fellow familiar with hyperpolarized gas imaging and pulmonary health.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design, execute, and record research projects utilizing 129Xe MRI, including data analysis and integration.
- Analyze phase-resolved functional lung (PREFUL) images, in the context of multiple lung diseases.
- Learn and implement new pulse sequence programming techniques.
- Develop the skills and knowledge (critical thinking and analysis of data, devising specific aims, long-term project planning and experimental design) to become an independent scientist.
- Discuss relevant insights about experimental results with Faculty and provide useful recommendations and analysis.
- Present research at laboratory meetings, journal clubs, seminars, and meetings. Develop skills to critically review and discuss data being presented.
- Draft, write, and edit scientific reports, papers, journal articles, abstracts, and grants.
- Progressively increasing responsibilities with mentorship of research staff and fiscal administration.
- Maintain currency in field through continuing education, literature, and seminars. Be an active participant in the process through intellectual discussions with PI and other faculty, trainees and research staff. Solicit feedback on career trajectory from PI, mentoring committee and others who can provide coaching and insight.
- Attend required Cincinnati Children’s training sessions and ensure regulatory compliance with all institutional policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. in related discipline, MD, or equivalent degree.
Preferred:
- PhD in Computer Science, Physics, Biomedical Informatics, Bioinformatics, Epidemiology, Biostatistics or other similar quantitative disciplines.
- Experience in a related discipline.
About us
At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.
Cincinnati Children's is:
- Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years.
- Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding.
- Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025).
- One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune.
- Consistently certified as a great place to work.
- A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability.
- Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.
Comprehensive job description provided upon request.
Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability
LOCATION
Primary Location Location R
Department Pulmonary Medicine
Shift Day (United States of America)
Schedule Full time
Weekly Hours 40
FTE 1
Employee Status Regular
INTRODUCTION
Dr. Jason Woods has an opening for a postdoctoral fellow familiar with hyperpolarized gas imaging and pulmonary health.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design, execute, and record research projects utilizing 129Xe MRI, including data analysis and integration.
- Analyze phase-resolved functional lung (PREFUL) images, in the context of multiple lung diseases.
- Learn and implement new pulse sequence programming techniques.
- Develop the skills and knowledge (critical thinking and analysis of data, devising specific aims, long-term project planning and experimental design) to become an independent scientist.
- Discuss relevant insights about experimental results with Faculty and provide useful recommendations and analysis.
- Present research at laboratory meetings, journal clubs, seminars, and meetings. Develop skills to critically review and discuss data being presented.
- Draft, write, and edit scientific reports, papers, journal articles, abstracts, and grants.
- Progressively increasing responsibilities with mentorship of research staff and fiscal administration.
- Maintain currency in field through continuing education, literature, and seminars. Be an active participant in the process through intellectual discussions with PI and other faculty, trainees and research staff. Solicit feedback on career trajectory from PI, mentoring committee and others who can provide coaching and insight.
- Attend required Cincinnati Children’s training sessions and ensure regulatory compliance with all institutional policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. in related discipline, MD, or equivalent degree.
Preferred:
- PhD in Computer Science, Physics, Biomedical Informatics, Bioinformatics, Epidemiology, Biostatistics or other similar quantitative disciplines.
- Experience in a related discipline.
About us
At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.
Cincinnati Children's is:
- Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years.
- Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding.
- Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025).
- One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune.
- Consistently certified as a great place to work.
- A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability.
- Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.
Comprehensive job description provided upon request.
Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability
LOCATION
Primary Location Location R
Department Pulmonary Medicine
Shift Day (United States of America)
Schedule Full time
Weekly Hours 40
FTE 1
Employee Status Regular
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Align your appointment letter to TN categories
Your offer letter must describe your role using TN visa-qualifying language. Generic titles like 'postdoc' don't map cleanly to TN categories, so ask your institution's HR office to specify Scientific Technician or Research Scientist duties explicitly.
Verify your institution has sponsored TN professionals before
Universities and research institutes vary in their TN experience. Ask the hiring department directly whether they've sponsored TN researchers previously, since institutions without that history may mishandle your paperwork or underestimate lead times.
Secure your doctoral credential documentation early
CBP officers at the border require proof of a qualifying degree on the spot for Canadian applicants. Request official transcripts and your degree certificate before your start date, not after your appointment is confirmed.
Target research universities with dedicated international offices
Institutions with active international scholar programs already understand TN filing requirements for postdoctoral appointments. Their HR or international office can draft compliant support letters, reducing the risk of a CBP denial due to documentation gaps.
Use Migrate Mate to find postdoctoral roles with active TN sponsorship
Identifying which research institutions actually sponsor TN visa holders for postdoctoral appointments saves weeks of outreach. Migrate Mate filters roles by visa sponsorship history, so you're applying where your TN status is already understood.
Understand Mexican applicants face consular scheduling delays
Unlike Canadians, Mexican citizens cannot apply at the border and must schedule a consulate appointment. Build at least six to eight weeks into your timeline between receiving your offer and your planned start date to account for appointment availability.
Postdoctoral Research Fellow TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Postdoctoral Research Fellow role qualify for TN visa status?
It depends on how your appointment is structured. TN visa categories relevant to postdoctoral work include Scientific Technician/Technologist and Research Scientist/Researcher. Your offer letter must describe duties that map clearly to one of those categories. Positions that involve independent research with a doctoral degree typically qualify, but generic titles without supporting role descriptions can result in CBP denials.
How does TN visa compare to H-1B for postdoctoral researchers?
TN is significantly faster and more predictable for postdoctoral roles. There is no lottery, no annual cap for Canadians, and no multi-month USCIS processing wait. Canadian citizens can be approved at the border the same day. H-1B visa requires employer sponsorship through a randomized lottery and typically takes six to twelve months from registration to start date, making it impractical for most postdoctoral timelines.
What documentation does my institution need to provide for my TN application?
Your employer must supply a support letter on institutional letterhead that states your job title, the specific TN category your role falls under, a description of your duties, your anticipated start and end date, and confirmation that you hold a qualifying doctoral degree. CBP officers evaluate this letter closely. Vague or incomplete letters are a common reason for TN denials at the border for postdoctoral applicants.
Where can I find postdoctoral research positions that actively sponsor TN visas?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals seeking roles with TN visa sponsorship. You can search for Postdoctoral Research Fellow positions filtered by employers that already understand and support TN status, which saves time over applying to institutions that may be unfamiliar with the process or unwilling to invest in the paperwork.
Can I renew my TN visa if my postdoctoral appointment is extended?
Yes. TN status is granted in three-year increments and can be renewed indefinitely as long as you maintain a qualifying job offer and continue to meet the category requirements. For Canadians, renewal can happen at the border. For Mexican citizens, renewal requires a new consulate appointment. Make sure your institution issues an updated support letter reflecting the extended appointment before your current TN period expires.