Biotech & Pharma Visa Sponsorship Jobs in New York

New York leads the U.S. biotech and pharmaceutical industry with major hubs in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Westchester County. Companies like Pfizer, Bristol Myers Squibb, and Regeneron regularly sponsor H-1B visa, O-1, and EB-2 visas for research scientists, clinical affairs specialists, and regulatory professionals. The state's proximity to top universities creates strong pipelines for sponsored talent.

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Overview

Open Jobs1,022+
Top Visa TypeH-1B
Work Type90% On-site
Median Salary$79K
Top LocationNew York, NY
Most JobsCVS Health

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Abbvie Bioresearch Center Inc.
Specialty Representative, Parkinson's - Long Island, NY
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Abbvie Bioresearch Center Inc.
New 58m ago
Specialty Representative, Parkinson's - Long Island, NY
Abbvie Bioresearch Center Inc.
New York, New York
Sales
Account Management
Customer Success
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High School

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RK Pharma
QA Associate
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RK Pharma
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QA Associate
RK Pharma
Pearl River, New York
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Compliance & Legal
Compliance & Risk
$55,000/yr - $95,000/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Takeda Pharmaceuticals
Specialty Business Manager
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Takeda Pharmaceuticals
New 1h ago
Specialty Business Manager
Takeda Pharmaceuticals
New York, New York
Sales
Account Management
Partnerships & Business Development
$63/hr - $87/hr
Remote (US)
3+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Ascent Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Electrician
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Ascent Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
New 1h ago
Electrician
Ascent Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Central Islip, New York
Electrical Engineering
Maintenance & Repair
$27/hr - $32/hr
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High School
2-10

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Haleon
Machine Maintenance Technician
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Haleon
New 2h ago
Machine Maintenance Technician
Haleon
Oak Hill, New York
Manufacturing Operations
Maintenance & Repair
Quality Control
$48,986/yr - $73,480/yr
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3+ yrs exp.
High School
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Biotech & Pharma Job Roles in New York

Healthcare Administration597 jobs
Patient Services & Wellbeing379 jobs
Allied Health262 jobs
Pharmacy227 jobs
Nursing214 jobs
Sales165 jobs
Customer Service & Support155 jobs
Account Management127 jobs
Project & Program Management81 jobs
Customer Success73 jobs

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Biotech & Pharma Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions

Which biotech & pharma companies sponsor visas in New York?

Major sponsors include Pfizer (Manhattan headquarters), Bristol Myers Squibb, Regeneron Pharmaceuticals (Tarrytown), Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, and Weill Cornell Medicine. Emerging companies in Brooklyn's Navy Yard biotech cluster and Alexandria Center for Life Science also frequently sponsor H-1B and O-1 visas for specialized research roles.

Which cities in New York have the most biotech & pharma sponsorship jobs?

Manhattan dominates with pharmaceutical headquarters and research institutes, followed by Tarrytown-White Plains corridor in Westchester County where Regeneron and other major companies operate. Brooklyn's biotech cluster around the Navy Yard and Long Island's research facilities also offer significant visa sponsorship opportunities for international professionals.

How to find biotech & pharma visa sponsorship jobs in New York?

Use Migrate Mate to browse current biotech and pharma openings from verified visa sponsors across New York. Focus on research scientist, clinical research associate, and regulatory affairs positions which commonly qualify for H-1B sponsorship. Target both established pharmaceutical companies and emerging biotech startups in Manhattan and Brooklyn.

What visa types are most common for biotech & pharma roles in New York?

H-1B visas dominate for research scientists, biostatisticians, and clinical research roles requiring specialized degrees. O-1 visas are common for senior researchers with publications and patents. EB-2 NIW petitions work well for PhD-level scientists, while TN visas serve Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying scientific positions.

How do prevailing wages affect biotech sponsorship in New York?

New York's high prevailing wages, especially in Manhattan, can make sponsorship more expensive for employers but also indicate strong demand for specialized talent. The state's concentration of pharmaceutical headquarters and research institutions creates competitive compensation packages that often exceed federal minimums required for visa sponsorship.

What is the prevailing wage for sponsored biotech & pharma jobs in New York?

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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