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Department: Pediatrics – Hematology/Oncology
Job Title: Leukemia/Lymphoma Physician Scientist
Position #: 00722321 – Requisition #: 41386
Job Summary:
The Section of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology seeks an innovative physician-scientist to establish and lead an independent laboratory-based research program focused on pediatric leukemia and/or lymphoma. This position is intended for an early- or mid-career investigator with a strong commitment to basic or translational research that advances understanding of leukemia/lymphoma biology and accelerates development of novel therapeutic approaches.
The successful candidate will devote approximately 80% effort to research and 20% effort to clinical care. As an integral member of the Leukemia/Lymphoma Program, the faculty member will serve as a critical bridge between clinical and laboratory research initiatives, translating clinically relevant questions into impactful scientific investigations while advancing discoveries toward improved outcomes for children and adolescents with leukemia and lymphoma.
The successful candidate will join a nationally recognized pediatric Leukemia/Lymphoma program with a robust clinical research footprint including substantial participation and leadership in Children's Oncology Group (COG) and Therapeutic Advances in Childhood Leukemia (TACL) clinical trials. The position provides opportunities for collaboration with established investigators across leukemia biology, cellular therapy, immunotherapy, precision medicine, and regenerative medicine programs.
Key Responsibilities:
Research Responsibilities (80%)
- Develop and lead an independent, innovative, and externally funded laboratory-based research program focused on pediatric leukemia and/or lymphoma.
- Conduct basic and/or translational research related to leukemia biology, disease progression, therapeutic resistance, or novel treatment development.
- Pursue and secure extramural funding through federal agencies, foundations, industry partnerships, and philanthropic support.
- Publish research findings in high-impact, peer-reviewed scientific journals.
- Present research at regional, national, and international scientific meetings.
- Establish productive collaborations with investigators across the University Cancer Center, the Gates Institute, and other campus research initiatives.
- Contribute to the development of institutional leukemia research priorities and strategic initiatives.
- Mentor graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, trainees, residents, fellows, and junior faculty members.
- Participate in departmental, divisional, institutional, and national academic activities as appropriate.
Clinical Responsibilities (20%)
- Provide approximately four weeks of inpatient oncology service annually, including chemotherapy service and shared call coverage.
- Maintain an outpatient leukemia clinic practice averaging approximately one clinic session every other week.
- Participate in procedure clinics as needed.
- Contribute to multidisciplinary patient care conferences and leukemia/lymphoma disease-specific initiatives.
- Support clinical and translational research activities through collaboration with clinical trial and disease-focused teams.
- Evidence of successful grant funding or strong potential to obtain independent extramural funding.
- Experience leading or contributing to translational research studies that bridge laboratory discovery and clinical application.
- Demonstrated commitment to mentorship, education, and trainee development.
- Experience collaborating across disciplines within academic research environments.
- Interest in leveraging institutional strengths in immunotherapy, cellular therapeutics, regenerative medicine, and precision oncology.
Work Location:
Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO at the Anschutz Medical Campus.
Why Join Us:
The Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders at Children’s Hospital Colorado is one of the leading pediatric oncology, hematology, blood and marrow transplant and cellular therapy programs in the country. Our center is consistently ranked among the top pediatric hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report and the Department of Pediatrics, was ranked No. 7 in the nation for “Best Medical Schools – Pediatrics” in U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 rankings.
Why work for the University?
We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:
- Medical: Multiple plan options
- Dental: Multiple plan options
- Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
- Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
- Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year (based on percentage of time)
- Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
- Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
- Holiday Days: 11/year
- Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
- ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service
There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Assistant Professor or Associate Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:
Assistant Professor
- MD, DO, MD/PhD, or equivalent medical degree.
- Completion of an accredited Pediatric Hematology/Oncology fellowship.
- Board certified or board eligible in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology.
- Eligible for Colorado medical licensure and DEA registration.
- Demonstrated record of scholarly achievement, including peer-reviewed publications in pediatric leukemia, lymphoma, cancer biology, immunology, cellular therapy, or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience conducting basic, translational, or laboratory-based research.
Associate Professor
- Current or prior federal peer-reviewed funding or major foundation support.
- An established independent research program with evidence of sustained scholarly productivity and extramural funding.
- Leadership roles in cooperative groups, multicenter research initiatives, disease-specific programs, or national scientific organizations.
- Demonstrated success translating laboratory discoveries into clinically impactful applications.
- Track record of sustained mentorship of fellows, graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and junior faculty.
- Experience leading interdisciplinary research teams and contributing to institutional strategic initiatives.
- Established collaborations within cancer centers, translational science institutes, cellular therapy programs, or transplantation programs.
Condition of Employment:
- Must successfully pass a drug test through Children’s Hospital Colorado
- Must be willing and able to pass a national criminal background check
- For questions regarding Children’s Hospital drug testing requirements, please contact Children’s Human Resources at 720-777-8598. Some positions may require testing if access to Children’s Hospital or their systems is needed at any time during employment with the University. If drug testing is required, it will be listed in the job posting.
Preferred Qualifications:
Assistant Professor
- Advanced research training through a postdoctoral fellowship, physician-scientist training program, K-award, institutional career development program, or equivalent protected research experience.
- Demonstrate strong potential to establish an independent research program.
- Prior success obtaining pilot, foundation, society, institutional, industry-sponsored, or federal research funding.
- Evidence of translational research that bridges laboratory discovery and clinical application.
- Experience mentoring students, residents, fellows, or research trainees.
- Demonstrated collaborative work with multidisciplinary research teams.
- Interest in developing innovative research programs aligned with institutional strengths.
Associate Professor
- Current or prior federal peer-reviewed funding or major foundation support.
- An established independent research program with evidence of sustained scholarly productivity and extramural funding.
- Leadership roles in cooperative groups, multicenter research initiatives, disease-specific programs, or national scientific organizations.
- Demonstrated success translating laboratory discoveries into clinically impactful applications.
- Track record of sustained mentorship of fellows, graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and junior faculty.
- Experience leading interdisciplinary research teams and contributing to institutional strategic initiatives.
- Established collaborations within cancer centers, translational science institutes, cellular therapy programs, or transplantation programs.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Demonstrated knowledge of pediatric hematology/oncology, leukemia biology, cancer genetics, immunology, and translational research methodologies.
- Ability to develop, lead, and sustain an independent laboratory-based research program focused on leukemia and related hematologic malignancies.
- Strong scientific writing and communication skills, including the ability to prepare peer-reviewed publications, grant applications, presentations, and other scholarly works.
- Ability to secure and manage extramural funding from federal agencies, foundations, industry, and philanthropic sources.
- Expertise in experimental design, data analysis, scientific rigor, and the conduct of high-quality laboratory and translational research.
- Ability to translate clinically relevant questions into innovative research studies that advance scientific knowledge and patient care.
- Demonstrated ability to establish productive interdisciplinary collaborations with clinical, translational, and basic science investigators.
- Effective mentoring, teaching, and leadership skills with the ability to support the professional development of trainees, fellows, students, and junior faculty.
- Strong organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to balance research, clinical, educational, and administrative responsibilities.
- Commitment to fostering a collaborative and high-performing academic environment while contributing to the strategic growth and national visibility of the Leukemia/Lymphoma Program and Cancer Center.
- Evidence of potential to establish an independent, externally funded research program.
- Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary academic and clinical teams.
- Expertise in pediatric leukemia biology, lymphoma biology, leukemia genomics, immunotherapy, cellular therapy, immune-oncology, precision medicine, or related disciplines.
How to Apply:
For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):
- A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
- Curriculum vitae / Resume
- Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address
Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.
Questions should be directed to: Staci Ertzberger staci.ertzberger@childrenscolorado.org
Screening of Applications Begins:
Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by 12/1/2026.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:
Assistant Professor: $191,400 to $223,000
Associate Professor: $233,800 to $282,000
The above hiring range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
Total Compensation Calculator:
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
ADA Statement:
The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.
Background Check Statement:
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.
Vaccination Statement:
CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.
Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References
Job Category: Faculty
Primary Location: Aurora
Department: U0001 - Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20877 - SOM-PEDS Hematology-Onc-GenOps
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Oct 12, 2026
Unposting Date: Ongoing
Posting Contact Name: Staci Ertzberger
Posting Contact Email: Staci.Ertzberger@childrenscolorado.org
Position Number: 00722321
University of Colorado Anschutz
Department: Pediatrics – Hematology/Oncology
Job Title: Leukemia/Lymphoma Physician Scientist
Position #: 00722321 – Requisition #: 41386
Job Summary:
The Section of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology seeks an innovative physician-scientist to establish and lead an independent laboratory-based research program focused on pediatric leukemia and/or lymphoma. This position is intended for an early- or mid-career investigator with a strong commitment to basic or translational research that advances understanding of leukemia/lymphoma biology and accelerates development of novel therapeutic approaches.
The successful candidate will devote approximately 80% effort to research and 20% effort to clinical care. As an integral member of the Leukemia/Lymphoma Program, the faculty member will serve as a critical bridge between clinical and laboratory research initiatives, translating clinically relevant questions into impactful scientific investigations while advancing discoveries toward improved outcomes for children and adolescents with leukemia and lymphoma.
The successful candidate will join a nationally recognized pediatric Leukemia/Lymphoma program with a robust clinical research footprint including substantial participation and leadership in Children's Oncology Group (COG) and Therapeutic Advances in Childhood Leukemia (TACL) clinical trials. The position provides opportunities for collaboration with established investigators across leukemia biology, cellular therapy, immunotherapy, precision medicine, and regenerative medicine programs.
Key Responsibilities:
Research Responsibilities (80%)
- Develop and lead an independent, innovative, and externally funded laboratory-based research program focused on pediatric leukemia and/or lymphoma.
- Conduct basic and/or translational research related to leukemia biology, disease progression, therapeutic resistance, or novel treatment development.
- Pursue and secure extramural funding through federal agencies, foundations, industry partnerships, and philanthropic support.
- Publish research findings in high-impact, peer-reviewed scientific journals.
- Present research at regional, national, and international scientific meetings.
- Establish productive collaborations with investigators across the University Cancer Center, the Gates Institute, and other campus research initiatives.
- Contribute to the development of institutional leukemia research priorities and strategic initiatives.
- Mentor graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, trainees, residents, fellows, and junior faculty members.
- Participate in departmental, divisional, institutional, and national academic activities as appropriate.
Clinical Responsibilities (20%)
- Provide approximately four weeks of inpatient oncology service annually, including chemotherapy service and shared call coverage.
- Maintain an outpatient leukemia clinic practice averaging approximately one clinic session every other week.
- Participate in procedure clinics as needed.
- Contribute to multidisciplinary patient care conferences and leukemia/lymphoma disease-specific initiatives.
- Support clinical and translational research activities through collaboration with clinical trial and disease-focused teams.
- Evidence of successful grant funding or strong potential to obtain independent extramural funding.
- Experience leading or contributing to translational research studies that bridge laboratory discovery and clinical application.
- Demonstrated commitment to mentorship, education, and trainee development.
- Experience collaborating across disciplines within academic research environments.
- Interest in leveraging institutional strengths in immunotherapy, cellular therapeutics, regenerative medicine, and precision oncology.
Work Location:
Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO at the Anschutz Medical Campus.
Why Join Us:
The Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders at Children’s Hospital Colorado is one of the leading pediatric oncology, hematology, blood and marrow transplant and cellular therapy programs in the country. Our center is consistently ranked among the top pediatric hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report and the Department of Pediatrics, was ranked No. 7 in the nation for “Best Medical Schools – Pediatrics” in U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 rankings.
Why work for the University?
We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:
- Medical: Multiple plan options
- Dental: Multiple plan options
- Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
- Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
- Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year (based on percentage of time)
- Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
- Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
- Holiday Days: 11/year
- Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
- ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service
There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Assistant Professor or Associate Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:
Assistant Professor
- MD, DO, MD/PhD, or equivalent medical degree.
- Completion of an accredited Pediatric Hematology/Oncology fellowship.
- Board certified or board eligible in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology.
- Eligible for Colorado medical licensure and DEA registration.
- Demonstrated record of scholarly achievement, including peer-reviewed publications in pediatric leukemia, lymphoma, cancer biology, immunology, cellular therapy, or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience conducting basic, translational, or laboratory-based research.
Associate Professor
- Current or prior federal peer-reviewed funding or major foundation support.
- An established independent research program with evidence of sustained scholarly productivity and extramural funding.
- Leadership roles in cooperative groups, multicenter research initiatives, disease-specific programs, or national scientific organizations.
- Demonstrated success translating laboratory discoveries into clinically impactful applications.
- Track record of sustained mentorship of fellows, graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and junior faculty.
- Experience leading interdisciplinary research teams and contributing to institutional strategic initiatives.
- Established collaborations within cancer centers, translational science institutes, cellular therapy programs, or transplantation programs.
Condition of Employment:
- Must successfully pass a drug test through Children’s Hospital Colorado
- Must be willing and able to pass a national criminal background check
- For questions regarding Children’s Hospital drug testing requirements, please contact Children’s Human Resources at 720-777-8598. Some positions may require testing if access to Children’s Hospital or their systems is needed at any time during employment with the University. If drug testing is required, it will be listed in the job posting.
Preferred Qualifications:
Assistant Professor
- Advanced research training through a postdoctoral fellowship, physician-scientist training program, K-award, institutional career development program, or equivalent protected research experience.
- Demonstrate strong potential to establish an independent research program.
- Prior success obtaining pilot, foundation, society, institutional, industry-sponsored, or federal research funding.
- Evidence of translational research that bridges laboratory discovery and clinical application.
- Experience mentoring students, residents, fellows, or research trainees.
- Demonstrated collaborative work with multidisciplinary research teams.
- Interest in developing innovative research programs aligned with institutional strengths.
Associate Professor
- Current or prior federal peer-reviewed funding or major foundation support.
- An established independent research program with evidence of sustained scholarly productivity and extramural funding.
- Leadership roles in cooperative groups, multicenter research initiatives, disease-specific programs, or national scientific organizations.
- Demonstrated success translating laboratory discoveries into clinically impactful applications.
- Track record of sustained mentorship of fellows, graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and junior faculty.
- Experience leading interdisciplinary research teams and contributing to institutional strategic initiatives.
- Established collaborations within cancer centers, translational science institutes, cellular therapy programs, or transplantation programs.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Demonstrated knowledge of pediatric hematology/oncology, leukemia biology, cancer genetics, immunology, and translational research methodologies.
- Ability to develop, lead, and sustain an independent laboratory-based research program focused on leukemia and related hematologic malignancies.
- Strong scientific writing and communication skills, including the ability to prepare peer-reviewed publications, grant applications, presentations, and other scholarly works.
- Ability to secure and manage extramural funding from federal agencies, foundations, industry, and philanthropic sources.
- Expertise in experimental design, data analysis, scientific rigor, and the conduct of high-quality laboratory and translational research.
- Ability to translate clinically relevant questions into innovative research studies that advance scientific knowledge and patient care.
- Demonstrated ability to establish productive interdisciplinary collaborations with clinical, translational, and basic science investigators.
- Effective mentoring, teaching, and leadership skills with the ability to support the professional development of trainees, fellows, students, and junior faculty.
- Strong organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to balance research, clinical, educational, and administrative responsibilities.
- Commitment to fostering a collaborative and high-performing academic environment while contributing to the strategic growth and national visibility of the Leukemia/Lymphoma Program and Cancer Center.
- Evidence of potential to establish an independent, externally funded research program.
- Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary academic and clinical teams.
- Expertise in pediatric leukemia biology, lymphoma biology, leukemia genomics, immunotherapy, cellular therapy, immune-oncology, precision medicine, or related disciplines.
How to Apply:
For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):
- A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
- Curriculum vitae / Resume
- Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address
Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.
Questions should be directed to: Staci Ertzberger staci.ertzberger@childrenscolorado.org
Screening of Applications Begins:
Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by 12/1/2026.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:
Assistant Professor: $191,400 to $223,000
Associate Professor: $233,800 to $282,000
The above hiring range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
Total Compensation Calculator:
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
ADA Statement:
The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.
Background Check Statement:
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.
Vaccination Statement:
CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.
Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References
Job Category: Faculty
Primary Location: Aurora
Department: U0001 - Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20877 - SOM-PEDS Hematology-Onc-GenOps
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Oct 12, 2026
Unposting Date: Ongoing
Posting Contact Name: Staci Ertzberger
Posting Contact Email: Staci.Ertzberger@childrenscolorado.org
Position Number: 00722321
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Which companies sponsor visas for physicians in Colorado?
The largest physician visa sponsors in Colorado include UCHealth, Centura Health, SCL Health (now Intermountain Health), and Children's Hospital Colorado. Veterans Affairs facilities in Denver and Aurora also sponsor physicians through federal hiring pipelines. Federally Qualified Health Centers serving rural and underserved communities are another active source of sponsorship, particularly for primary care and internal medicine roles.
Which visa types are most common for physician roles in Colorado?
The J-1 visa is widely used for physicians completing residency or fellowship training, often paired with a Conrad 30 waiver that allows the physician to work in an underserved area to satisfy the two-year home residency requirement. The H-1B visa is the primary work visa for physicians entering independent practice. O-1 visas occasionally apply to physicians with exceptional credentials or research profiles.
Which cities in Colorado have the most physician sponsorship jobs?
Denver and its metro area, including Aurora and Lakewood, account for the largest share of physician sponsorship opportunities due to the concentration of major health systems and academic medical centers. Colorado Springs is a secondary hub with growing hospital networks. Rural areas in the San Luis Valley, Eastern Plains, and Western Slope also generate sponsorship openings, particularly for primary care physicians willing to fulfill Conrad 30 waiver obligations.
How to find physician visa sponsorship jobs in Colorado?
Migrate Mate is a job board built specifically for international candidates seeking visa sponsorship in the U.S. You can filter directly for physician roles in Colorado to see employers actively sponsoring work visas. This is more efficient than sorting through general job boards where sponsorship availability is rarely disclosed upfront. Migrate Mate updates listings regularly, so checking back frequently helps during active hiring cycles.
Are there state-specific considerations for physician visa sponsorship in Colorado?
Colorado participates in the Conrad 30 waiver program, which allows J-1 visa physicians to waive their two-year home residency requirement by committing to three years of practice in a federally designated Health Professional Shortage Area or Medically Underserved Area. Colorado's HPSA-designated rural communities create meaningful waiver placement opportunities. Physicians sponsored through this pathway must obtain Colorado medical licensure before beginning practice, which can take several months to complete.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored physician jobs in Colorado?
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.