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Research roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under USMCA when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a scientific or research field. Canadian citizens can apply at the border with an employer offer letter, while Mexican citizens require consular processing. Lab, policy, and data research positions all qualify.
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A 1-year postdoctoral position is available for immediate start in the Louis A. Faillace, MD, Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences at McGovern Medical School, UTHealth Houston. Current projects using fNIRS and fMRI neuroimaging, behavioral tasks, and computational modeling to identify circuit-based biomarkers of neurofeedback for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
The postdoctoral fellow will play a central role in experimental design, data acquisition and analysis, manuscript preparation, and grant development. The fellow will also have opportunities to develop independent research directions and pursue fellowship and other funding applications. Ideal candidates will have prior experience conducting research in neurofeedback using fNIRS/fMRI.
What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in.
Once you join us you won't want to leave. It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:
- 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
- Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
- The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue!
- Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!
We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees’ wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as...
- Free financial and legal counseling
- Free mental health counseling services
- Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
- Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
- Resources for child and elder care
- Plus many more!
Position Summary
A biomedical postdoc position provides an opportunity for early-career researchers to gain valuable experience, develop independent research skills, and contribute to the advancement of scientific knowledge in their field of expertise.
POSITION KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Plans and conducts experiments, analyzes data, and prepares publications describing results.
- Assists in training and mentoring of lab personnel, including graduate students and other trainees.
- Reads and evaluates literature.
- Possess interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate and communicate with individuals at all levels.
- Have strong written and oral communication skills.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM EDUCATION
Doctoral/Terminal Degree. Applicants must hold a PhD in Radiology, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field at the time of appointment.
Physical Requirements
Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.
SECURITY SENSITIVE
This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215.
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT
Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.
INTRODUCTION
A 1-year postdoctoral position is available for immediate start in the Louis A. Faillace, MD, Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences at McGovern Medical School, UTHealth Houston. Current projects using fNIRS and fMRI neuroimaging, behavioral tasks, and computational modeling to identify circuit-based biomarkers of neurofeedback for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
The postdoctoral fellow will play a central role in experimental design, data acquisition and analysis, manuscript preparation, and grant development. The fellow will also have opportunities to develop independent research directions and pursue fellowship and other funding applications. Ideal candidates will have prior experience conducting research in neurofeedback using fNIRS/fMRI.
What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in.
Once you join us you won't want to leave. It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:
- 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
- Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
- The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue!
- Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!
We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees’ wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as...
- Free financial and legal counseling
- Free mental health counseling services
- Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
- Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
- Resources for child and elder care
- Plus many more!
Position Summary
A biomedical postdoc position provides an opportunity for early-career researchers to gain valuable experience, develop independent research skills, and contribute to the advancement of scientific knowledge in their field of expertise.
POSITION KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Plans and conducts experiments, analyzes data, and prepares publications describing results.
- Assists in training and mentoring of lab personnel, including graduate students and other trainees.
- Reads and evaluates literature.
- Possess interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate and communicate with individuals at all levels.
- Have strong written and oral communication skills.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM EDUCATION
Doctoral/Terminal Degree. Applicants must hold a PhD in Radiology, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field at the time of appointment.
Physical Requirements
Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.
SECURITY SENSITIVE
This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215.
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT
Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Research
Align your credentials to TN categories
TN visa classification for Research roles hinges on your degree field matching the work performed. A chemistry degree supporting a biochemistry research role clears adjudication cleanly. A general science degree supporting a specialized AI research role often triggers follow-up questions at the port of entry.
Request a support letter before applying
Your employer's support letter must specify that the role requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline. Officers deny TN Research entries when the letter describes duties without explicitly connecting the academic requirement to the position. Ask your HR contact to include both elements.
Target universities and federal contractors first
Universities and federally funded research institutions file TN sponsorship for Research professionals regularly and have established processes. Government contractors supporting NIH, NSF, or DOE-funded projects are accustomed to the TN documentation requirements and move faster than employers new to the process.
Clarify Mexican TN processing before accepting offers
Mexican citizens must process TN visas at a U.S. consulate, which adds weeks to your start date. Before accepting an offer, confirm your employer understands consular processing timelines so your onboarding date is set realistically and USCIS or consular delays don't create a breach of your employment agreement.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsoring employers
Searching for Research employers experienced with visa sponsorship takes time without the right filter. Migrate Mate surfaces companies with recent visa filings for Research roles, so you spend your applications on employers already set up to handle work visa sponsorship under USMCA.
Prepare documentation for Canadian border processing
Canadian citizens can secure TN status at a port of entry in a single day if documentation is complete. Bring your degree transcripts, employer support letter, and proof of Canadian citizenship. Missing any one document means turning back, so verify the full package before you travel.
Research TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Research job qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
Yes, Research roles qualify under the TN visa category when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific, social science, or technical field. The job duties must reflect professional-level research work rather than technician or assistant-level tasks. Your employer's support letter must make that distinction explicitly to avoid denial at adjudication.
How does TN visa sponsorship for Research compare to H-1B?
TN visa sponsorship for Research roles is faster and more predictable than H-1B visa. There's no annual lottery, no cap for Canadian citizens, and Canadians can get status approved at a port of entry the same day. H-1B selection is luck-based and takes months. The tradeoff is that TN doesn't lead to permanent residence on its own, while H-1B is dual-intent.
Where can I find Research employers who sponsor TN visas?
Migrate Mate is built specifically to surface employers with active TN visa sponsorship history for Research roles. Rather than filtering general job boards and guessing at sponsorship willingness, Migrate Mate shows you companies already equipped to hire Canadian and Mexican research professionals under USMCA, which reduces application time and rejection from employers unfamiliar with TN.
Can a Mexican citizen get TN sponsorship for a Research role?
Yes, Mexican citizens are eligible for TN sponsorship in Research occupations, but the process differs from Canadian citizens. Mexicans must apply for a TN visa at a U.S. consulate rather than at a port of entry. Consular processing typically takes several weeks, so your offer letter and start date need to account for that timeline before you accept a position.
What happens to my TN status if my Research contract ends early?
Your TN status is tied to the specific employer and role listed on your approval. If your research contract ends before your TN expiration date, you have a 60-day grace period under USCIS rules to find a new qualifying position or prepare to depart. A new employer requires a new TN filing, and you can't simply transfer your existing status to a different research institution.