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Scientist roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under USMCA when the position requires a natural, physical, or social science degree and involves direct research, analysis, or experimentation. Canadian citizens can enter at the border with employer documentation. Mexican citizens apply at a U.S. consulate. No lottery, no annual cap for Canadians.
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Get Access To All JobsMedical Laboratory Scientist I - Roanoke, VA, Monday to Friday, 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM, with rotational weekends
This position is for Transfusion Services
Relocation assistance will be considered
Are you intrigued by the science of the human body? Curious about state-of-the-art laboratory instrumentation? Looking to join a Fortune 500 company leading the world in providing diagnostic information services? Quest Diagnostics is now recruiting for technologist positions ranging from entry level to experienced, with a wide range of benefits and training!
Pay range: $24.03 - $39.65 / hour; employee may be eligible to receive shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended.
Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.
Benefits information:
We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:
- Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
- Best-in-class well-being programs
- Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
- healthyMINDS mental health program
- Vacation and Health/Flex Time
- 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
- FinFit financial coaching and services
- 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Annual incentive plans
- Matching gifts program
- Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
- Career advancement opportunities
- and so much more!
Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.
While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.
Job Responsibilities:
- Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test result.
- Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens.
- Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures.
- Review and release test results.
- Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines as described in their respective guidelines.
- Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.
- Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results, correct the problems encountered or immediately notify the senior technologist or supervisor.
Education:
BS in Medical Technology preferred; or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology, or Associates degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Technology, or Previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493
Work Experience:
1 year Clinical experience (high complexity testing) preferred.
MLS, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Lab Scientist, Med Tech, Medical Technologist, CLS, Clinical Lab Scientist
Medical Laboratory Scientist I - Roanoke, VA, Monday to Friday, 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM, with rotational weekends
This position is for Transfusion Services
Relocation assistance will be considered
Are you intrigued by the science of the human body? Curious about state-of-the-art laboratory instrumentation? Looking to join a Fortune 500 company leading the world in providing diagnostic information services? Quest Diagnostics is now recruiting for technologist positions ranging from entry level to experienced, with a wide range of benefits and training!
Pay range: $24.03 - $39.65 / hour; employee may be eligible to receive shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended.
Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.
Benefits information:
We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:
- Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
- Best-in-class well-being programs
- Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
- healthyMINDS mental health program
- Vacation and Health/Flex Time
- 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
- FinFit financial coaching and services
- 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Annual incentive plans
- Matching gifts program
- Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
- Career advancement opportunities
- and so much more!
Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.
While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.
Job Responsibilities:
- Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test result.
- Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens.
- Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures.
- Review and release test results.
- Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines as described in their respective guidelines.
- Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.
- Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results, correct the problems encountered or immediately notify the senior technologist or supervisor.
Education:
BS in Medical Technology preferred; or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology, or Associates degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Technology, or Previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493
Work Experience:
1 year Clinical experience (high complexity testing) preferred.
MLS, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Lab Scientist, Med Tech, Medical Technologist, CLS, Clinical Lab Scientist
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Scientist
Align your degree field to the role
TN visa classification for Scientists requires a degree in a natural, physical, or social science that directly corresponds to the research area. A chemistry degree supporting a biochemistry role clears this bar. A business degree does not, even with lab experience.
Target employers with active research divisions
Pharmaceutical, agricultural, and environmental firms that run in-house research labs are built to support TN documentation. Their HR and legal teams already know the support letter requirements, which shortens the offer-to-filing timeline significantly.
Request a detailed support letter before your port of entry
Canadian applicants presenting at a land border or airport need a support letter that specifies the scientific discipline, your degree field, and how the role qualifies as a specialty occupation. Vague letters are the leading cause of TN delays for Scientists.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified TN-sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers actively hiring Scientists under TN visa sponsorship. The platform surfaces roles where employers have confirmed willingness to file, so you're not cold-applying and hoping the hiring manager knows what TN means.
Clarify your employment structure before accepting an offer
TN requires a U.S. employer of record. If the role is structured through a staffing agency, a contract research organization, or a third-party client site, confirm which entity will sign your support letter and appear on your I-94 documentation.
Prepare for Mexican nationals' consular interview requirements
Mexican citizens applying at a U.S. consulate must present the same employer support letter Canadians use, plus a valid passport and DS-160 confirmation. USCIS processes petitions filed by employers who prefer the I-129 route, which adds processing time.
Scientist TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Scientist role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, if the position involves work in a recognized natural, physical, or social science and requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. The USMCA TN category covers roles such as research scientist, chemist, physicist, biologist, and environmental scientist. Generalist titles like 'research associate' need strong documentation showing the scientific discipline involved.
How does TN visa compare to H-1B for Scientist positions?
TN has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadian citizens, and no prevailing wage requirement. You can get TN status at a Canadian port of entry in a single day. H-1B visa requires a lottery registration in March, a multi-month USCIS adjudication, and employer-paid fees that run into the thousands. For Scientists who qualify under USMCA, TN is the faster and more predictable path.
Where can I find Scientist jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for TN-eligible professionals. You can search Scientist roles filtered by employers who sponsor TN visas, which removes the guesswork of reaching out to companies that have never heard of USMCA. Most general job boards don't filter by visa type or distinguish TN from H-1B sponsorship.
Can I switch scientific disciplines mid-career and still qualify for TN?
Only if your degree field still maps to the new role's scientific area. A molecular biologist moving into genomics research is fine. A chemist pivoting into data analytics without a computer science credential faces a harder case. Each TN application is evaluated on the specific role and degree match at the time of entry, not on your career history.
What documentation does my employer need to provide for my TN application?
Your employer must produce a signed support letter on company letterhead that states your job title, the scientific field, your degree qualifications, your anticipated start date, and confirmation that you'll be employed in the United States. Canadian citizens present this letter directly at the port of entry. Mexican nationals submit it as part of their consular application package alongside the DS-160 form.