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Arkansas scientist roles span agricultural research at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, biomedical work at UAMS in Little Rock, and food science positions with Tyson Foods and other Northwest Arkansas agribusiness employers. Several of these organizations have established H-1B sponsorship histories, making Arkansas a more active market for international scientists than its size might suggest.
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Medical Laboratory Scientist I - Rogers, AR, Monday - Friday Rotating Day Shift
No Weekends or Holidays!
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+ per hour
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 - Rogers, AR, Monday - Friday Rotating Day Shift
No Weekends or Holidays!
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+ per hour
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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Which companies sponsor visas for scientists in Arkansas?
The University of Arkansas and the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences are among the most active sponsors, regularly filing H-1B petitions for research scientists and postdoctoral roles. Tyson Foods has sponsored scientists in food safety and agricultural research. The Arkansas Children's Research Institute and several pharmaceutical contract labs in the Little Rock area also have documented sponsorship histories for qualifying scientific positions.
Which visa types are most common for scientist roles in Arkansas?
The H-1B is the most common visa for scientists in Arkansas, covering research, laboratory, and applied science roles that require a relevant bachelor's degree or higher. University and medical center positions frequently use J-1 exchange visitor visas for postdoctoral researchers. Scientists with extraordinary ability or a record of peer-reviewed publication may also qualify for the O-1A or pursue an EB-1A or EB-2 NIW immigrant visa pathway.
Which cities in Arkansas have the most scientist sponsorship jobs?
Fayetteville and the broader Northwest Arkansas corridor generate the most scientist sponsorship activity, driven by the University of Arkansas, the Walmart-anchored corporate ecosystem, and agribusiness research operations. Little Rock is the second major hub, home to UAMS, Arkansas Children's Hospital, and state government research agencies. Jonesboro has a smaller but notable presence through Arkansas State University's research programs.
How to find scientist visa sponsorship jobs in Arkansas?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship status, so you can search scientist roles in Arkansas without sifting through positions that don't offer sponsorship. The platform covers research, laboratory, and applied science roles across Fayetteville, Little Rock, and Jonesboro. Setting up alerts for scientist openings in Arkansas on Migrate Mate ensures you see new sponsorship-eligible postings as they appear.
Are there any state-specific considerations for scientists seeking sponsorship in Arkansas?
Arkansas's scientific hiring is heavily tied to agriculture, food science, and biomedical research, so candidates with specializations in those fields will find the most relevant opportunities. The University of Arkansas system is a significant pipeline employer and often sponsors international researchers through institutional H-1B filings, which are cap-exempt. Candidates should confirm that any position meets the specialty occupation definition, as some applied or field-based science roles may face additional scrutiny during USCIS review.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored scientist jobs in Arkansas?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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