Biotech & Pharma E-3 Sponsorship Jobs in Illinois
Illinois is one of the Midwest's most active biotech and pharma hubs, anchored by the Chicago metro area and suburban corridors where companies like AbbVie, Baxter International, and Takeda Pharmaceuticals have major operations. Australian professionals pursuing E-3 visa sponsorship will find genuine demand for research, regulatory, and clinical roles across the state.
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About AbbVie
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
Job Description
Purpose:
AbbVie Data Science is the best-in-class team within its cross-industry peer group and is responsible for bringing people, process, and technology together to generate business value from clinical trials data. Our operational model is exemplified through execution and innovation. This role is key to ensuring successful delivery against the program- and study-level accountabilities assigned to Clinical Data Strategy Organization.
Responsibilities:
- Actively participates in the development of common data standards and ensures systems designs comply with the standards, as well as with associated protocol requirements. Ensures that the design team utilizes standards
- Establishes and maintains methodology used by the team to design and develop clinical trial systems, benchmarking against industry standards. Ensures that systems are specified to optimize functionality, end user experience, and data flow. Ensures that the design team meets these expectations
- Ensures that TA- and program-level consistency is achieved by the design team
- Accountable for the on-time design and delivery of new clinical systems, integrations between systems, as well as any required changes to clinical systems (e.g., EDC, IRT, ePRO). Utilizes project management tools to track study progress and plan work. Anticipates and identifies issues that could affect timelines or quality and develops options and solutions
- Interacts with and influences CDO and cross-functional team members to achieve program and study objectives. Ensures that assigned work product is synchronized with upstream and downstream dependencies
- Ensures adherence to federal regulations and applicable local regulations, Good Clinical Practices (GCPs), ICH Guidelines, AbbVie Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and functional quality standards. Stays abreast of new and/or evolving local regulations, guidelines and policies related to clinical development
- Responsible for coaching and mentoring members of the team, as well as contributes to their skill development
- Leads CDO and cross-functional innovation and process improvement initiatives
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business, management information systems, computer science, life sciences or equivalent. Masters preferred.
- Must have 5+ years of hands-on technical Study build in EDC. Experience with technical study build in Medidata RAVE is required. Veeva EDC technical study build experience is a plus.
- In-depth knowledge of clinical trial processes.
- In-depth knowledge of CDASH (Required) and SDTM.
- Demonstrated performance as a key contributor to initiatives and advancement of the organization.
- Demonstrated ability to influence others without direct authority. Demonstrated ability to successfully coach / mentor in a matrixed environment. Demonstrated effective communication skills and analytical skills.
Additional Information
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
- The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
- We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
- This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html
US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:
https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html
Company Description
About AbbVie
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
Job Description
Purpose:
AbbVie Data Science is the best-in-class team within its cross-industry peer group and is responsible for bringing people, process, and technology together to generate business value from clinical trials data. Our operational model is exemplified through execution and innovation. This role is key to ensuring successful delivery against the program- and study-level accountabilities assigned to Clinical Data Strategy Organization.
Responsibilities:
- Actively participates in the development of common data standards and ensures systems designs comply with the standards, as well as with associated protocol requirements. Ensures that the design team utilizes standards
- Establishes and maintains methodology used by the team to design and develop clinical trial systems, benchmarking against industry standards. Ensures that systems are specified to optimize functionality, end user experience, and data flow. Ensures that the design team meets these expectations
- Ensures that TA- and program-level consistency is achieved by the design team
- Accountable for the on-time design and delivery of new clinical systems, integrations between systems, as well as any required changes to clinical systems (e.g., EDC, IRT, ePRO). Utilizes project management tools to track study progress and plan work. Anticipates and identifies issues that could affect timelines or quality and develops options and solutions
- Interacts with and influences CDO and cross-functional team members to achieve program and study objectives. Ensures that assigned work product is synchronized with upstream and downstream dependencies
- Ensures adherence to federal regulations and applicable local regulations, Good Clinical Practices (GCPs), ICH Guidelines, AbbVie Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and functional quality standards. Stays abreast of new and/or evolving local regulations, guidelines and policies related to clinical development
- Responsible for coaching and mentoring members of the team, as well as contributes to their skill development
- Leads CDO and cross-functional innovation and process improvement initiatives
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business, management information systems, computer science, life sciences or equivalent. Masters preferred.
- Must have 5+ years of hands-on technical Study build in EDC. Experience with technical study build in Medidata RAVE is required. Veeva EDC technical study build experience is a plus.
- In-depth knowledge of clinical trial processes.
- In-depth knowledge of CDASH (Required) and SDTM.
- Demonstrated performance as a key contributor to initiatives and advancement of the organization.
- Demonstrated ability to influence others without direct authority. Demonstrated ability to successfully coach / mentor in a matrixed environment. Demonstrated effective communication skills and analytical skills.
Additional Information
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
- The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
- We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
- This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html
US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:
https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html
E-3 Biotech & Pharma Job Roles in Illinois
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Search Biotech & Pharma Jobs in IllinoisBiotech & Pharma E-3 Sponsorship Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
Which biotech & pharma companies in Illinois sponsor E-3 visas?
Several large employers with Illinois operations have established records of sponsoring work visas for specialty occupation roles. AbbVie, headquartered in North Chicago, is among the state's largest life sciences employers. Baxter International, Takeda Pharmaceuticals, and Abbott Laboratories also maintain significant Illinois workforces. Sponsorship patterns vary by role, hiring cycle, and individual business unit, so confirming sponsorship willingness directly with each employer's HR or recruiting team is essential.
Which cities in Illinois have the most biotech & pharma E-3 sponsorship jobs?
The majority of Illinois biotech and pharma activity concentrates in the Chicago metropolitan area, including the North Shore suburbs. The Interstate 94 corridor between Chicago and Lake County hosts headquarters and major R&D campuses for several multinational pharmaceutical companies. Downtown Chicago also has a growing presence of biotech startups and clinical research organizations. Smaller clusters exist in the western suburbs around Downers Grove and Lisle.
What types of biotech & pharma roles typically qualify for E-3 sponsorship in Illinois?
E-3 visa sponsorship requires the role to qualify as a specialty occupation, meaning it normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. In biotech and pharma, roles that commonly meet this standard include research scientist, clinical research associate, regulatory affairs specialist, bioinformatics analyst, quality assurance engineer, and medical science liaison. General technician or sales support positions without a specific degree requirement are less likely to qualify and should be evaluated carefully.
How do I find biotech & pharma E-3 sponsorship jobs in Illinois?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. You can filter jobs by visa type, industry, and state to see biotech and pharma roles in Illinois where employers are open to E-3 sponsorship, without sifting through listings that won't support your visa. Given that Illinois pharma employers range from large multinationals to emerging biotech firms, using a filtered platform like Migrate Mate saves significant time during a job search.
Are there any Illinois-specific or industry-specific considerations for E-3 sponsorship in biotech & pharma?
Illinois does not impose additional state-level requirements on top of federal E-3 eligibility, but a few practical factors matter. Many senior pharma roles at Illinois employers require specific therapeutic area experience, and your degree must align closely with the position. Illinois is home to several contract research organizations and CROs that sponsor visa holders for clinical operations roles, which can broaden your options beyond traditional pharma manufacturers. The Labor Condition Application your employer files must list an Illinois worksite address.
What is the prevailing wage for E-3 biotech & pharma jobs in Illinois?
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.