Laboratory Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Maine
Maine's laboratory sector spans life sciences research at the Jackson Laboratory in Bar Harbor, environmental testing firms along the coast, and healthcare diagnostics at MaineHealth and Northern Light Health. Portland and Bangor anchor most hiring activity. International laboratory professionals typically pursue sponsorship through H-1B visa or O-1 visas, with employers ranging from research institutions to clinical labs.
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Get Access To All JobsMedical Laboratory Scientist I - Bangor, ME (Day & Evening Shifts available) Monday-Friday 6: 00am-4:30pm OR Monday-Friday 2:00pm-10:30pm with rotational weekends, holidays, and on-call
Department: Management Labs Admin
Quest Diagnostics is hiring a Medical Laboratory Scientist I in Bangor, ME. This role is a hospital-based position at Northern Lights Hospital.
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: $29.24 - $32.49 / 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 - Bangor, ME (Day & Evening Shifts available) Monday-Friday 6: 00am-4:30pm OR Monday-Friday 2:00pm-10:30pm with rotational weekends, holidays, and on-call
Department: Management Labs Admin
Quest Diagnostics is hiring a Medical Laboratory Scientist I in Bangor, ME. This role is a hospital-based position at Northern Lights Hospital.
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: $29.24 - $32.49 / 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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Search Laboratory Jobs in MaineLaboratory Jobs in Maine: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies sponsor visas for laboratory professionals in Maine?
The Jackson Laboratory in Bar Harbor is one of Maine's most active sponsors for laboratory research roles, particularly in genomics and biomedical science. MaineHealth, Northern Light Health, and affiliated clinical laboratories also sponsor for diagnostic and research positions. Environmental testing firms such as TestAmerica (now Eurofins) have sponsored laboratory technicians and scientists in Maine as well.
Which visa types are most common for laboratory roles in Maine?
The H-1B is the most common visa for laboratory scientists and researchers in Maine, requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant specialty field such as biology, chemistry, or biochemistry. Research-focused roles at institutions like the Jackson Laboratory may also qualify for the O-1A visa for individuals with extraordinary ability. Clinical laboratory positions often require specific licensure regardless of visa category.
Which cities in Maine have the most laboratory visa sponsorship jobs?
Bar Harbor hosts a disproportionately high concentration of laboratory sponsorship opportunities relative to its size, driven almost entirely by the Jackson Laboratory's international research workforce. Portland is the state's largest city and sees the most clinical and environmental laboratory hiring. Bangor, anchored by Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center, is the third-most active market for sponsored laboratory positions.
How to find laboratory visa sponsorship jobs in Maine?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, making it straightforward to search for laboratory roles in Maine without sorting through employers who don't sponsor. You can filter by role type and state to surface positions at institutions like the Jackson Laboratory, MaineHealth affiliates, and environmental testing firms that have a documented history of sponsoring international candidates.
Are there any state-specific considerations for laboratory professionals seeking sponsorship in Maine?
Maine's laboratory hiring is heavily research-driven, so many sponsored roles are tied to grant funding cycles at institutions like the Jackson Laboratory and the University of Maine. Positions dependent on federal or private research grants can affect the duration and continuity of employment, which in turn affects visa status. Clinical laboratory roles in Maine also require state licensure, so confirming credential eligibility before applying is important.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored laboratory jobs in Maine?
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.