Scientist Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Nebraska
Nebraska's scientist job market is anchored by the University of Nebraska system, major agricultural research institutions like the USDA's Agricultural Research Service, and life sciences employers concentrated in Omaha and Lincoln. Multinational companies in food science, biotech, and environmental research regularly sponsor H-1B visa and O-1 visas for qualified scientists in this state.
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In a career as a Medical Lab Scientist, you join us in providing life-changing care to patients from across the region. In this role, you will follow all laboratory procedures and policies (quality control, precision, accuracy, and correlation studies, maintenance and corrective actions, preparing and evaluation of reagents, media, and standards) to maximize efficiency and effectiveness of lab services.
Schedule: Full-Time, 12:00 PM-10:30 PM with rotating weekends and holidays
Locations: West Hospital
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
- Records, prepares, performs, evaluates, and reports patient tests, including various chemistry, microscopic, microbiology, molecular (PCR), hematology, serology, coagulation and blood bank tests. Communicates with providers and other appropriate staff concerning procedure results and their interpretation.
- Demonstrates advanced technical skill in the collection of blood samples and acts as a resource to clinic and hospital personnel. Can evaluate and accurately process samples upon receipt. Evaluates specimen integrity and correlates tests results to the clinical picture of each individual.
- Responsible for the communication of test results to all clinical personnel that may be involved in care of the patient.
- Collaborates with clinicians or nursing personnel to correlate clinic information with testing results. Consults with pathologists or his/her designee for guidance with unexpected results.
- Operates, calibrates, conducts performance checks, and maintains clinical lab instruments and equipment. Troubleshoots and resolves or refers problems as needed; refers serious problems to supervisor.
- Participates in the completion of statistical analysis or data collection activities as assigned. Validates normal ranges and performs statistical analysis.
- Provides clinical orientation and supervision for new or less skilled laboratory personnel.
- In the absence of the Director, Assistant Director, or Supervisor may provide general supervision.
- Demonstrates and maintains competency in all designated areas.
- Prepares quality control materials according to established protocol, analyzes material and evaluates results for acceptability. Utilizes appropriate knowledge to accurately investigate unacceptable results and perform appropriate troubleshooting techniques to resolve problems.
- Assists with training of new employees and ongoing assessment of competence of laboratory, clinic or hospital personnel applicable to acquired technical expertise.
- Participates in the investigation and/or development of new test procedures. May be requested to develop or update departmental procedures as appropriate.
- Provides patient care and education according to the patient population served.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in medical technology or chemical, physical, biological sciences from an accredited college or university required.
- Completion of one year of full-time laboratory experience or training in the specialty or sub-specialty in which the individual performs tests required.
- Registered by the ASCP or equivalent required.
- BLS certification required.
Care and respect for others is more than a commitment at Boys Town – it is the foundation of who we are and what we do.
At Boys Town, we cultivate a culture of belonging for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results.
About Boys Town:
Boys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families since 1917. With over a century of service, our employees have helped us grow from a small boardinghouse in downtown Omaha, Nebraska, into one of the largest national child and family care organizations in the country. With the addition of Boys Town National Research Hospital in 1977, our services branched out into the health care and research fields, offering even more career opportunities to those looking to make a real difference.
Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Town's mission, which is why we are proud of their commitment to making the world a better place for children, families, patients, and communities. A unique feature for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits are reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location. Additional costs savings for the employee and their dependents are found in our pharmacy benefits with low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs. Boys Town takes your mental health seriously with no cost mental health visits to an in-network provider. We help our employees prepare for retirement with a generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization, just to name a few. Working at Boys Town is more than just a job, it is a way of life.
This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. To request a disability-related accommodation in the application process, contact us at 1-877-639-6003.
Job Summary:
In a career as a Medical Lab Scientist, you join us in providing life-changing care to patients from across the region. In this role, you will follow all laboratory procedures and policies (quality control, precision, accuracy, and correlation studies, maintenance and corrective actions, preparing and evaluation of reagents, media, and standards) to maximize efficiency and effectiveness of lab services.
Schedule: Full-Time, 12:00 PM-10:30 PM with rotating weekends and holidays
Locations: West Hospital
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
- Records, prepares, performs, evaluates, and reports patient tests, including various chemistry, microscopic, microbiology, molecular (PCR), hematology, serology, coagulation and blood bank tests. Communicates with providers and other appropriate staff concerning procedure results and their interpretation.
- Demonstrates advanced technical skill in the collection of blood samples and acts as a resource to clinic and hospital personnel. Can evaluate and accurately process samples upon receipt. Evaluates specimen integrity and correlates tests results to the clinical picture of each individual.
- Responsible for the communication of test results to all clinical personnel that may be involved in care of the patient.
- Collaborates with clinicians or nursing personnel to correlate clinic information with testing results. Consults with pathologists or his/her designee for guidance with unexpected results.
- Operates, calibrates, conducts performance checks, and maintains clinical lab instruments and equipment. Troubleshoots and resolves or refers problems as needed; refers serious problems to supervisor.
- Participates in the completion of statistical analysis or data collection activities as assigned. Validates normal ranges and performs statistical analysis.
- Provides clinical orientation and supervision for new or less skilled laboratory personnel.
- In the absence of the Director, Assistant Director, or Supervisor may provide general supervision.
- Demonstrates and maintains competency in all designated areas.
- Prepares quality control materials according to established protocol, analyzes material and evaluates results for acceptability. Utilizes appropriate knowledge to accurately investigate unacceptable results and perform appropriate troubleshooting techniques to resolve problems.
- Assists with training of new employees and ongoing assessment of competence of laboratory, clinic or hospital personnel applicable to acquired technical expertise.
- Participates in the investigation and/or development of new test procedures. May be requested to develop or update departmental procedures as appropriate.
- Provides patient care and education according to the patient population served.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in medical technology or chemical, physical, biological sciences from an accredited college or university required.
- Completion of one year of full-time laboratory experience or training in the specialty or sub-specialty in which the individual performs tests required.
- Registered by the ASCP or equivalent required.
- BLS certification required.
Care and respect for others is more than a commitment at Boys Town – it is the foundation of who we are and what we do.
At Boys Town, we cultivate a culture of belonging for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results.
About Boys Town:
Boys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families since 1917. With over a century of service, our employees have helped us grow from a small boardinghouse in downtown Omaha, Nebraska, into one of the largest national child and family care organizations in the country. With the addition of Boys Town National Research Hospital in 1977, our services branched out into the health care and research fields, offering even more career opportunities to those looking to make a real difference.
Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Town's mission, which is why we are proud of their commitment to making the world a better place for children, families, patients, and communities. A unique feature for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits are reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location. Additional costs savings for the employee and their dependents are found in our pharmacy benefits with low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs. Boys Town takes your mental health seriously with no cost mental health visits to an in-network provider. We help our employees prepare for retirement with a generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization, just to name a few. Working at Boys Town is more than just a job, it is a way of life.
This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. To request a disability-related accommodation in the application process, contact us at 1-877-639-6003.
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Which companies sponsor visas for scientists in Nebraska?
Nebraska's most consistent sponsors for scientist roles include the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, the USDA Agricultural Research Service, Streck Inc., and food and agricultural science companies headquartered or with major operations in Omaha and Lincoln. Large employers in environmental testing and biotech manufacturing have also filed H-1B petitions for research scientists and laboratory scientists in recent OFLC disclosure data.
Which visa types are most common for scientist roles in Nebraska?
The H-1B is the most common visa for scientists in Nebraska, covering roles like research scientist, microbiologist, food scientist, and environmental scientist that require at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Scientists with exceptional records of published research or awards may qualify for the O-1A. University-affiliated researchers sometimes enter on J-1 visa exchange visitor visas through institutional sponsorship programs.
Which cities in Nebraska have the most scientist sponsorship jobs?
Lincoln and Omaha account for the majority of scientist visa sponsorship activity in Nebraska. Lincoln's concentration of University of Nebraska campuses and USDA research facilities drives demand for biological, agricultural, and environmental scientists. Omaha hosts biotech, food science, and clinical laboratory employers. Smaller research activity exists near Scottsbluff and Norfolk, tied to regional agricultural and water quality institutions.
How to find scientist visa sponsorship jobs in Nebraska?
Migrate Mate filters scientist roles in Nebraska specifically by visa sponsorship availability, so you're not sorting through listings from employers unwilling to sponsor. Search the Migrate Mate job board for scientist positions in Nebraska to find openings at research universities, USDA-affiliated labs, biotech firms, and food science companies that have an established track record of filing H-1B petitions for scientific staff.
Are there state-specific factors that affect scientist sponsorship in Nebraska?
Nebraska's agricultural economy creates consistent demand for food scientists, soil scientists, and plant scientists that is less common in other states, which can work in your favor as an international applicant with specialized expertise. The University of Nebraska system also has well-established international hiring processes. However, smaller private employers outside Omaha and Lincoln may have less experience navigating H-1B sponsorship, so confirming a company's prior sponsorship history before applying is worthwhile.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored scientist jobs in Nebraska?
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.