Science & Research Jobs in Michigan with Green Card Sponsorship

Michigan's science and research sector offers meaningful Green Card sponsorship opportunities, anchored by employers like the University of Michigan, Michigan State University, Pfizer's Kalamazoo operations, and automotive research divisions in the Detroit metro. Ann Arbor, East Lansing, and Grand Rapids concentrate much of this activity, spanning life sciences, materials research, and applied engineering sciences.

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Overview

Open Jobs59+
Top Visa TypeGreen Card
Work Type81% On-site
Salary Range$112K – $155K
Top LocationEast Lansing, MI
Most JobsMichigan State University

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Regeneron
Associate Director, Biostatistics
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Associate Director, Biostatistics
Regeneron
Warren, Michigan
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Healthcare Administration
Clinical Trials
$176,100/yr - $287,300/yr
On-Site
6+ yrs exp.
Doctorate
10,000+

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Kodiak Robotics, Inc.
Verification & Validation System Engineer
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Verification & Validation System Engineer
Kodiak Robotics, Inc.
Detroit, Michigan
Specialized Engineering
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
IT Support & Systems Administration
Engineering (Non-Software)
Systems Administration
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On-Site
Associate's

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Cytiva
Solvent Recovery/Chemical Process Operator
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Solvent Recovery/Chemical Process Operator
Cytiva
Muskegon, Michigan
Manufacturing Operations
Specialized Engineering
Chemical Engineering
On-Site
3+ yrs exp.
High School
5,001-10,000

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Amgen
Account Manager (Referral) - KRYSTEXXA - Detroit, MI (Rare Disease)
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Account Manager (Referral) - KRYSTEXXA - Detroit, MI (Rare Disease)
Amgen
Detroit, Michigan
Sales
Account Management
Partnerships & Business Development
Business Development
$150,962 - $179,415/yr
On-Site
High School

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Ardelyx
Area Business Director
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Area Business Director
Ardelyx
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Sales
Account Management
Enterprise Sales
Executive Assistant & Personal Assistant
$145,000/yr - $190,000/yr
On-Site
5+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
201-500

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Job Roles in Science & Research in Michigan

Teaching & Instruction22 jobs
Higher Education16 jobs
Healthcare Administration12 jobs
Food Service7 jobs
Account Management6 jobs
Sales6 jobs
Clinical Support5 jobs
Clinical Trials & Medical Research5 jobs
Laboratory Research5 jobs
Clinical Trials4 jobs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which science and research companies sponsor Green Card visas in Michigan?

Several Michigan employers have a track record of sponsoring Green Card petitions for science and research staff. The University of Michigan and Michigan State University are among the most active, particularly for postdoctoral researchers and faculty. Pharmaceutical and biotech employers with Michigan operations, including Pfizer in Kalamazoo and Perrigo in Allegan, also file employment-based petitions. Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis sponsor researchers in materials science, battery technology, and advanced engineering roles.

Which cities in Michigan have the most science and research Green Card sponsorship jobs?

Ann Arbor accounts for a disproportionate share of Michigan's research sponsorship activity, driven by the University of Michigan and a dense cluster of life sciences and technology spinouts. East Lansing is another strong hub through Michigan State University's research enterprise. Grand Rapids has grown as a medical device and health sciences center. The greater Detroit metro, particularly Dearborn and Warren, concentrates automotive and advanced materials research roles at major OEMs and their suppliers.

What types of science and research roles typically qualify for Green Card sponsorship in Michigan?

Roles that require a specific advanced degree in a scientific discipline are the most common candidates. These include research scientists, postdoctoral fellows, biomedical engineers, chemists, materials scientists, computational biologists, and data scientists working in research contexts. University and hospital research positions frequently support EB-1 or EB-2 NIW petitions for candidates with demonstrated research impact. Industry R&D roles at automotive and pharmaceutical companies tend to follow the standard PERM labor certification pathway under EB-2 or EB-3.

How do I find science & research Green Card sponsorship jobs in Michigan?

Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship type and industry, making it straightforward to browse science and research roles in Michigan where employers have indicated Green Card sponsorship availability. Rather than sorting through general job boards and guessing at sponsorship willingness, Migrate Mate lets you focus on verified sponsorship-open positions. Filtering by Michigan and the science and research category narrows results to the employers and cities most relevant to your background.

Are there any Michigan-specific considerations for Green Card sponsorship in science and research?

Michigan's heavy concentration of university research positions means many candidates encounter EB-1B outstanding researcher petitions or EB-2 NIW pathways rather than traditional employer-sponsored PERM cases. Academic positions often carry institutional immigration support offices that manage petitions in-house. For industry roles, particularly in automotive R&D, employers typically initiate PERM only after the worker has been in a role for some time, so understanding a company's internal timeline before accepting an offer is worthwhile. Michigan does not have a state-level immigration program that affects federal Green Card eligibility.

What is the prevailing wage for Green Card science & research jobs in Michigan?

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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