Research Scientist Visa Sponsorship Jobs in New Jersey
New Jersey's research scientist job market is anchored by major pharmaceutical and biotech employers concentrated along the Route 1 corridor, including Johnson & Johnson, Merck, and Bristol Myers Squibb. Princeton, New Brunswick, and Parsippany are key hiring hubs. Many employers here have established track records of sponsoring H-1B and O-1 visas for qualified research scientists.
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Job Description:
There are multiple ML Research Scientist / ML Engineer – Surgical Applications positions available at EDDA Technology, Princeton, NJ. Responsibilities include:
- Use state-of-the-art AI technologies to research, develop and deploy real-time, low-latency surgical AI solutions
- Develop and integrate AI Agent and/or deep reinforcement learning (DRL) based frameworks for intelligent decision-making, workflow automation, or adaptive optimization in intraoperative video
- Actively stay current with the latest developments in AI research and emerging technologies
- Understand clinical needs to solve real-world problems and drive the design, development, and validation of new methods of AI clinical solutions
- Conforming to the Company’s standard/procedure of product development
- Efficiently communicate with project managers and team members on the execution
- Other job responsibilities as assigned by the management
Candidates shall meet part of the below qualifications:
- Experience with advanced VLM/SFM/LLM models (e.g., GPT-4o, UniSurg/SurgMotion, SAM) for intraoperative video analysis
- Experience and skills in working with deep reinforcement learning (deep RL) and/or AI Agent frameworks, including prompt engineering, LangChain/LlamaIndex or RAG
- Experience with NVIDIA stacks and hardware deployment is a plus
- Strong foundational knowledge in geometric computer vision (camera calibration, SLAM, registration, multi-view geometry) and deep learning (classification, tracking, mapping, transformers/CNNs)
- 3+ years of experience in AI, ML, DL or related fields
- Excellent software engineering skills in using C/C++; other software skills preferred include Python, Pytorch, Tensor Flow, and Keras
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to rapidly implement, verify, and iterate on solutions
- Collaborative team player who is highly self-motivated, with a proven ability to learn quickly and thrive in dynamic, high-impact environments
- Clear communication skills in English
- PhD in AI/ML/CS or related field or master’s degree with minimum 3 years of industry experience
Desired qualifications:
- Strong algorithm development skills with in-depth knowledge on medical image analysis/segmentation and image registration
- Experience with TensorRT and/or 3D visualization programming in Linux
- Knowledge in human anatomy and interpretation of medical images
- Hands-on experience and knowledge in DICOM a plus
- Experience working with medical imaging modalities (Endoscopic video, Ultrasound, CT) or similar sensor data
Company Introduction:
Excellent opportunity with a dynamic, growing medical technology solution company.
EDDA Technology is an innovative leader in the rapidly growing field of intelligent robotic solutions for precision surgery. Pioneering a “fully quantitative, interactive” approach to intelligent imaging analytics and robotic integration, the company has built a proprietary technology platform to facilitate pre-surgical planning and simulation, intra-operative navigation, post-operative evaluation. With its end-to-end enabling platform, EDDA’s goal is to form a comprehensive ecosystem of clinical practice, connection, and education to support physicians and patient management in all tiers of hospitals. IQQA® is a registered trademark of EDDA Technology.
Compensation/ Benefits
Salary Range: $135,000 - $200,000; compensation is based on experience, education, and relevant skills.
EDDA offers a competitive salary, performance-based incentive stock options, and excellent benefits including medical and dental insurance, vision care, 401k plan, section 125 health and dependent care (flexible spending) accounts, and paid vacations. The company sponsors the H1-B application.
Send applications to: hiring@edda-tech.com

Job Description:
There are multiple ML Research Scientist / ML Engineer – Surgical Applications positions available at EDDA Technology, Princeton, NJ. Responsibilities include:
- Use state-of-the-art AI technologies to research, develop and deploy real-time, low-latency surgical AI solutions
- Develop and integrate AI Agent and/or deep reinforcement learning (DRL) based frameworks for intelligent decision-making, workflow automation, or adaptive optimization in intraoperative video
- Actively stay current with the latest developments in AI research and emerging technologies
- Understand clinical needs to solve real-world problems and drive the design, development, and validation of new methods of AI clinical solutions
- Conforming to the Company’s standard/procedure of product development
- Efficiently communicate with project managers and team members on the execution
- Other job responsibilities as assigned by the management
Candidates shall meet part of the below qualifications:
- Experience with advanced VLM/SFM/LLM models (e.g., GPT-4o, UniSurg/SurgMotion, SAM) for intraoperative video analysis
- Experience and skills in working with deep reinforcement learning (deep RL) and/or AI Agent frameworks, including prompt engineering, LangChain/LlamaIndex or RAG
- Experience with NVIDIA stacks and hardware deployment is a plus
- Strong foundational knowledge in geometric computer vision (camera calibration, SLAM, registration, multi-view geometry) and deep learning (classification, tracking, mapping, transformers/CNNs)
- 3+ years of experience in AI, ML, DL or related fields
- Excellent software engineering skills in using C/C++; other software skills preferred include Python, Pytorch, Tensor Flow, and Keras
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to rapidly implement, verify, and iterate on solutions
- Collaborative team player who is highly self-motivated, with a proven ability to learn quickly and thrive in dynamic, high-impact environments
- Clear communication skills in English
- PhD in AI/ML/CS or related field or master’s degree with minimum 3 years of industry experience
Desired qualifications:
- Strong algorithm development skills with in-depth knowledge on medical image analysis/segmentation and image registration
- Experience with TensorRT and/or 3D visualization programming in Linux
- Knowledge in human anatomy and interpretation of medical images
- Hands-on experience and knowledge in DICOM a plus
- Experience working with medical imaging modalities (Endoscopic video, Ultrasound, CT) or similar sensor data
Company Introduction:
Excellent opportunity with a dynamic, growing medical technology solution company.
EDDA Technology is an innovative leader in the rapidly growing field of intelligent robotic solutions for precision surgery. Pioneering a “fully quantitative, interactive” approach to intelligent imaging analytics and robotic integration, the company has built a proprietary technology platform to facilitate pre-surgical planning and simulation, intra-operative navigation, post-operative evaluation. With its end-to-end enabling platform, EDDA’s goal is to form a comprehensive ecosystem of clinical practice, connection, and education to support physicians and patient management in all tiers of hospitals. IQQA® is a registered trademark of EDDA Technology.
Compensation/ Benefits
Salary Range: $135,000 - $200,000; compensation is based on experience, education, and relevant skills.
EDDA offers a competitive salary, performance-based incentive stock options, and excellent benefits including medical and dental insurance, vision care, 401k plan, section 125 health and dependent care (flexible spending) accounts, and paid vacations. The company sponsors the H1-B application.
Send applications to: hiring@edda-tech.com
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Which companies sponsor visas for research scientists in New Jersey?
New Jersey's pharmaceutical and life sciences sector includes some of the most active visa sponsors for research scientists in the country. Johnson & Johnson, Merck, Bristol Myers Squibb, Novo Nordisk, and Sanofi all have significant New Jersey operations and documented histories of H-1B sponsorship for research roles. Academic medical centers like Rutgers and Princeton University also sponsor research scientists, particularly for postdoctoral and faculty-track positions.
Which visa types are most common for research scientist roles in New Jersey?
The H-1B is the most common visa for research scientists in New Jersey, as most roles require at least a master's degree in a specific scientific discipline, meeting the specialty occupation standard. Researchers with exceptional publication records or awards may qualify for the O-1A. Those pursuing permanent residency often go through EB-1B (outstanding researcher) or EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) pathways, which are well-suited to scientific careers.
Which cities in New Jersey have the most research scientist sponsorship jobs?
The Route 1 corridor between Princeton and New Brunswick is the densest concentration of research scientist roles in New Jersey, driven by pharmaceutical headquarters and biotech campuses. Parsippany and Kenilworth also have significant hiring activity tied to Merck and other major employers. Newark has a growing presence through Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences, and Bedminster attracts biotech research through several mid-size life sciences companies.
How to find research scientist visa sponsorship jobs in New Jersey?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, making it straightforward to identify research scientist roles in New Jersey where employers are actively open to sponsoring. Rather than sorting through thousands of general postings, you can focus on positions at pharmaceutical, biotech, and academic institutions that have confirmed sponsorship. This is particularly useful for H-1B candidates navigating the annual cap cycle and timing their applications carefully.
Are there any state-specific considerations for research scientists seeking sponsorship in New Jersey?
New Jersey's concentration of pharmaceutical and biotech employers means research scientist roles here frequently fall under established sponsorship programs rather than one-off cases, which can streamline the H-1B petition process. Rutgers University and Princeton serve as talent pipelines, and many employers recruit directly from their graduate programs. Prevailing wage compliance is determined by the specific county and job zone, so offers in Mercer or Middlesex County may reflect different wage tiers than roles elsewhere in the state.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored research scientist 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.
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