Biotech & Pharma Jobs in Massachusetts with H-1B Sponsorship
Massachusetts is one of the top states for biotech and pharma H-1B sponsorship, anchored by the Kendall Square and Seaport clusters in Cambridge and Boston. Major employers including Moderna, Biogen, Novartis, and Vertex Pharmaceuticals have consistent records of H-1B filings. From clinical research to computational biology, the concentration of sponsors here is unmatched on the East Coast.
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The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the repairs and maintenance of the facility and equipment and achieving departmental objectives. This individual will work on electro mechanical equipment such as Autoclaves, Isolators, Filling Equipment, and Cappers.
Shift Available:
1st: 6:30 am-3:00 pm
2nd: 2:30 pm - 11:00 pm: comes with 10% Shift differential
3rd: 10:30 pm - 7:00 am: Comes with 15% shift differential
Duties and Responsibilities
- Oversee contractors and service providers managing repairs and installations.
- Perform maintenance work on automated electro-mechanical equipment.
- Partner with facilities team to provide technical support as required for facility/utility and safety systems.
- Troubleshoot, repair and ensure PM functions are performed on equipment and building components as required and in compliance with all regulatory requirements, including maintaining records and reports.
- Utilize technical knowledge to assist in determining root cause of equipment or system failure and facilitate corrective actions.
- Work with other departments within the company to resolve problems.
- Prepare and execute work orders as required for repairs and PM contracts with vendors.
- Proactive maintenance of facility and production equipment to minimize unplanned downtime.
- Conduct repairs and maintenance as required.
- Provide after-hours call-in support for production and utility outages, equipment breakdown and emergency events.
- Overtime as required to meet objectives.
- Other duties as assigned.
Regulatory Responsibilities
- Conduct business in a responsible manner that complies with all state, FDA, OSHA and HIPAA regulations, or otherwise as applicable.
- Carry out job duties and responsibilities in a manner which ensure the safety and well-being of employees, contractors and other individuals.
Supervisory Responsibilities
- Supervises and facilitates work by outside contractors for service, preventive maintenance and projects.
Experience
Minimum of three (3) years general maintenance experience preferably in GMP industry with demonstrated knowledge in all common aspects of building and equipment maintenance. Relevant industry experience in the maintenance of automated equipment is preferred.
Education
- High school diploma.
- Associates in a technical field or post-secondary Trade School/Technical Institute education preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Strong mechanical aptitude.
- Knowledge of common materials, engineering methods, process controls and manufacturing systems.
- Proficient with data analysis and applied mathematics.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
- Managing construction activities.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently without constant or close supervision.
- Ability to build relationships and influence and/or enforce decisions with peers and management.
- Prioritizing and balancing work from multiple projects in parallel.
- Desire to learn and develop within the organization.
- Ability to read and write in English.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time and stand for prolonged periods of time as required.
- Ability to lift up to 50lb occasionally, up to 10 lbs. frequently.
- Ability to meet gowning requirements.
- Satisfactory audio-visual acuity.
- Gross and fine motor skills to manipulate tools.
Position Summary
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the repairs and maintenance of the facility and equipment and achieving departmental objectives. This individual will work on electro mechanical equipment such as Autoclaves, Isolators, Filling Equipment, and Cappers.
Shift Available:
1st: 6:30 am-3:00 pm
2nd: 2:30 pm - 11:00 pm: comes with 10% Shift differential
3rd: 10:30 pm - 7:00 am: Comes with 15% shift differential
Duties and Responsibilities
- Oversee contractors and service providers managing repairs and installations.
- Perform maintenance work on automated electro-mechanical equipment.
- Partner with facilities team to provide technical support as required for facility/utility and safety systems.
- Troubleshoot, repair and ensure PM functions are performed on equipment and building components as required and in compliance with all regulatory requirements, including maintaining records and reports.
- Utilize technical knowledge to assist in determining root cause of equipment or system failure and facilitate corrective actions.
- Work with other departments within the company to resolve problems.
- Prepare and execute work orders as required for repairs and PM contracts with vendors.
- Proactive maintenance of facility and production equipment to minimize unplanned downtime.
- Conduct repairs and maintenance as required.
- Provide after-hours call-in support for production and utility outages, equipment breakdown and emergency events.
- Overtime as required to meet objectives.
- Other duties as assigned.
Regulatory Responsibilities
- Conduct business in a responsible manner that complies with all state, FDA, OSHA and HIPAA regulations, or otherwise as applicable.
- Carry out job duties and responsibilities in a manner which ensure the safety and well-being of employees, contractors and other individuals.
Supervisory Responsibilities
- Supervises and facilitates work by outside contractors for service, preventive maintenance and projects.
Experience
Minimum of three (3) years general maintenance experience preferably in GMP industry with demonstrated knowledge in all common aspects of building and equipment maintenance. Relevant industry experience in the maintenance of automated equipment is preferred.
Education
- High school diploma.
- Associates in a technical field or post-secondary Trade School/Technical Institute education preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Strong mechanical aptitude.
- Knowledge of common materials, engineering methods, process controls and manufacturing systems.
- Proficient with data analysis and applied mathematics.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
- Managing construction activities.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently without constant or close supervision.
- Ability to build relationships and influence and/or enforce decisions with peers and management.
- Prioritizing and balancing work from multiple projects in parallel.
- Desire to learn and develop within the organization.
- Ability to read and write in English.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time and stand for prolonged periods of time as required.
- Ability to lift up to 50lb occasionally, up to 10 lbs. frequently.
- Ability to meet gowning requirements.
- Satisfactory audio-visual acuity.
- Gross and fine motor skills to manipulate tools.
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Which biotech and pharma companies sponsor H-1B visas in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts has some of the most active H-1B sponsors in the industry. Biogen, Moderna, Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Novartis (through its Cambridge campus), Takeda, Sanofi Genzyme, and AstraZeneca all have substantial H-1B filing histories in the state. Smaller biotech startups in Kendall Square and the Seaport District also sponsor regularly, particularly for research and engineering roles that require specialized advanced degrees.
Which cities in Massachusetts have the most biotech and pharma H-1B sponsorship jobs?
Cambridge leads by a wide margin, driven by the Kendall Square ecosystem, which hosts dozens of biotech firms alongside MIT and Harvard-affiliated research institutes. Boston's Seaport and Longwood Medical Area are also highly active, particularly for clinical, medical affairs, and pharmaceutical development roles. Waltham and Lexington have notable concentrations of mid-size biotech companies with consistent H-1B sponsorship activity.
What types of biotech and pharma roles typically qualify for H-1B sponsorship in Massachusetts?
Roles that require at minimum a bachelor's degree in a specific scientific or technical field qualify as specialty occupations under H-1B rules. In biotech and pharma, this commonly includes research scientists, bioinformaticians, computational biologists, process development engineers, regulatory affairs specialists, clinical data managers, and medicinal chemists. Positions requiring advanced degrees such as a PhD or master's in molecular biology, biochemistry, or biostatistics are particularly well-suited for H-1B sponsorship.
How do I find biotech and pharma H-1B sponsorship jobs in Massachusetts?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. You can filter by visa type, industry, and state to surface biotech and pharma roles in Massachusetts where employers have active H-1B sponsorship histories. Rather than manually researching which companies sponsor, Migrate Mate surfaces that information alongside job listings, so you can focus on applying to roles where sponsorship is a realistic part of the offer.
Are there any Massachusetts-specific considerations for biotech and pharma H-1B sponsorship?
Massachusetts has a high concentration of both large pharma sponsors and venture-backed startups. For startups, it's worth understanding that smaller companies may have less experience with the H-1B process, which can affect timelines. The Boston area also has an active immigration attorney community familiar with biotech sponsorship, and many larger employers like Biogen and Moderna have in-house immigration teams that manage petitions directly. Cap-subject H-1B petitions still require selection in the annual lottery regardless of employer size or location.
What is the prevailing wage for H-1B biotech & pharma jobs in Massachusetts?
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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