Biotech & Pharma E-3 Sponsorship Jobs in New Jersey
New Jersey's biotech and pharma corridor, anchored by companies like Johnson & Johnson, Merck, Novartis, and Bristol Myers Squibb across Raritan, Kenilworth, and Princeton, is one of the most active regions in the U.S. for E-3 visa sponsorship. Australian professionals in research, regulatory affairs, and clinical development will find a dense concentration of qualifying roles here.
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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
As a Study Feasibility Associate Director, you will be part of AbbVie’s Clinical Development Operations (CDO) function, which is responsible for running clinical trial operations around the world.
In this role you will partner with and advise study teams on design feasibility and certain aspects of design strategy, including country and site selection, protocol review and assessment of patient burden, and related implications for patient recruitment and study timelines. This is a highly collaborative and analytical role, which will rely on your expert facilitation skills, your ability to influence without authority, and your strong experience in clinical study design, operations, and management.
Responsibilities
- Dynamic leader who designs, prepares, and facilitates cross-functional global strategy discussions that can include 20 or more senior level AbbVie leaders to assess operational feasibility and optimize/develop effective execution strategies.
- Responsible to support strategic planning for delivery of global phase 2 and phase 3 clinical trials within Abbvie portfolio. Large Scale studies may be conducted in over 35 countries, supported by teams of 250 or more AbbVie study team members with study budgets exceeding 200 million dollars.
- Responsible for matrix management to help drive analytical insights and study recruitment planning across multiple AbbVie functional teams.
- Conducts detailed scientific, analytical, and operational analyses to prepare for and support study team engagements.
- Provides scientific and strategic consultation on country strategy, site selection, protocol and patient burden, recruitment, and timelines.
- Identifies and analyzes important connections within and across therapeutic areas to optimize study performance at the portfolio level.
- Leads and manages projects to continuously improve Study Feasibility & Recruitment team capabilities and impacts.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 8 years of pharmaceutical related experience with at least 5 years in clinical research/project leadership.
- Bachelor’s or advanced Degree, preferably in pure, applied, or technical sciences.
- Drug development and/or scientific project leadership experience preferred.
- Therapeutic area background in Oncology, Neurology, or Immunology preferred.
- Strong working knowledge of pharma drug development processes.
- Recognized contributor in complex scientific analyses and decision making.
- Demonstrated leadership skills with broad scientific, strategic, and business orientations.
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 long-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
As a Study Feasibility Associate Director, you will be part of AbbVie’s Clinical Development Operations (CDO) function, which is responsible for running clinical trial operations around the world.
In this role you will partner with and advise study teams on design feasibility and certain aspects of design strategy, including country and site selection, protocol review and assessment of patient burden, and related implications for patient recruitment and study timelines. This is a highly collaborative and analytical role, which will rely on your expert facilitation skills, your ability to influence without authority, and your strong experience in clinical study design, operations, and management.
Responsibilities
- Dynamic leader who designs, prepares, and facilitates cross-functional global strategy discussions that can include 20 or more senior level AbbVie leaders to assess operational feasibility and optimize/develop effective execution strategies.
- Responsible to support strategic planning for delivery of global phase 2 and phase 3 clinical trials within Abbvie portfolio. Large Scale studies may be conducted in over 35 countries, supported by teams of 250 or more AbbVie study team members with study budgets exceeding 200 million dollars.
- Responsible for matrix management to help drive analytical insights and study recruitment planning across multiple AbbVie functional teams.
- Conducts detailed scientific, analytical, and operational analyses to prepare for and support study team engagements.
- Provides scientific and strategic consultation on country strategy, site selection, protocol and patient burden, recruitment, and timelines.
- Identifies and analyzes important connections within and across therapeutic areas to optimize study performance at the portfolio level.
- Leads and manages projects to continuously improve Study Feasibility & Recruitment team capabilities and impacts.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 8 years of pharmaceutical related experience with at least 5 years in clinical research/project leadership.
- Bachelor’s or advanced Degree, preferably in pure, applied, or technical sciences.
- Drug development and/or scientific project leadership experience preferred.
- Therapeutic area background in Oncology, Neurology, or Immunology preferred.
- Strong working knowledge of pharma drug development processes.
- Recognized contributor in complex scientific analyses and decision making.
- Demonstrated leadership skills with broad scientific, strategic, and business orientations.
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 long-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 New Jersey
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Search Biotech & Pharma Jobs in New JerseyBiotech & Pharma E-3 Sponsorship Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions
Which biotech & pharma companies sponsor E-3 visas in New Jersey?
New Jersey is home to several large pharmaceutical employers with established international hiring programs, including Johnson & Johnson, Merck, Novartis, Bristol Myers Squibb, and Becton Dickinson. These companies have filed Labor Condition Applications for E-3 visa workers in roles spanning research, regulatory affairs, and clinical operations. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and depends on the specific role, team budget, and hiring cycle at the time of application.
Which cities in New Jersey have the most biotech & pharma E-3 sponsorship jobs?
The highest concentrations of biotech and pharma employers in New Jersey are found in Raritan, Kenilworth, Princeton, Parsippany, and the broader Route 1 corridor between Princeton and New Brunswick. This stretch hosts research campuses, corporate headquarters, and manufacturing facilities for major pharmaceutical companies. Proximity to New York City also means some roles are hybrid, with offices accessible from the metro area.
What types of biotech & pharma roles typically qualify for E-3 sponsorship?
E-3 sponsorship requires the role to meet the specialty occupation standard, meaning it must typically require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. In biotech and pharma, roles that commonly meet this threshold include research scientists, biostatisticians, regulatory affairs specialists, clinical research associates, pharmacokineticists, and bioinformatics analysts. General lab technician or manufacturing operator roles with flexible degree requirements are less likely to qualify.
How do I find biotech & pharma E-3 sponsorship jobs in New Jersey?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals seeking E-3 sponsorship, and you can filter directly by state and industry to surface biotech and pharma roles in New Jersey. Because not all employers advertise E-3 willingness upfront, Migrate Mate focuses on companies with a documented history of sponsoring E-3 or H-1B visa workers, which is a practical proxy for sponsorship openness in this industry.
Are there any New Jersey-specific considerations for biotech & pharma E-3 sponsorship?
New Jersey does not impose state-level visa requirements, but the state's pharma sector is heavily regulated at the federal level, meaning roles in drug development, clinical trials, and regulatory submissions often require specific scientific credentials that align well with the E-3 specialty occupation standard. Australian candidates with degrees in pharmacy, biochemistry, or life sciences from accredited institutions are generally well-positioned, though each application is assessed on its own facts.
What is the prevailing wage for E-3 biotech & pharma jobs in New Jersey?
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.