Healthcare Jobs in New York with F-1 OPT Sponsorship
New York is one of the most active states for healthcare F-1 OPT sponsorship, with major hospital systems like NewYork-Presbyterian, NYU Langone Health, and Northwell Health regularly hiring international students. Opportunities are concentrated in New York City but extend to Albany, Buffalo, and Rochester, spanning clinical research, health informatics, public health, and allied health roles.
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New York, NY
Open Date
Apr 01, 2026
Deadline
Apr 06, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time
Description
The Zhou and Hochwagen labs at NYU’s Department of Biology are looking for a highly motivated and independent individual to work as a Junior Laboratory Associate. This position is based in New York, and the selected candidate will be expected to work onsite as of their effective start date.
This position is for a trainee preparing for a research path. It will provide development of technical skills; supervision by senior scientists incorporating individual development plan in support of training goals and those of faculty mentor; and possible publication of research findings during the appointment period.
Responsibilities may include:
- Laboratory maintenance, including glass wash, media preparation, preparation of sterile consumables, and handling chemical waste.
- Arranging equipment repairs, maintaining the chemical inventory, and preparing the laboratories for inspections.
- Orienting incoming lab members in hazard awareness and safety.
- Conducting an independent research project.
Projects in the Zhou and Hochwagen lab focus on defining the molecular and evolutionary basis of cell division and chromosome segregation, using the yeasts Saccharomyces cerevisiae and Cryptococcus neoformans as primary experimental models. For more information about our past and ongoing work, visit https://www.snow-lab.org and https://hochwagenlab.bio.nyu.edu.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have a BS or MS in Biology or a related field, and at least 1 year of research experience. A demonstrated background in working with yeast is a plus.
Application Instructions
Please upload your application materials via Interfolio. Include the following items: 1) CV including a list of publications; 2) a short summary of your present and future research interests; 3) a list of three references and their contact information.
Application Process
This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.
In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary for this position is $58,656. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the specific grant funding and the terms of the research grant when extending an offer.
Location
New York, NY
Open Date
Apr 01, 2026
Deadline
Apr 06, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time
Description
The Zhou and Hochwagen labs at NYU’s Department of Biology are looking for a highly motivated and independent individual to work as a Junior Laboratory Associate. This position is based in New York, and the selected candidate will be expected to work onsite as of their effective start date.
This position is for a trainee preparing for a research path. It will provide development of technical skills; supervision by senior scientists incorporating individual development plan in support of training goals and those of faculty mentor; and possible publication of research findings during the appointment period.
Responsibilities may include:
- Laboratory maintenance, including glass wash, media preparation, preparation of sterile consumables, and handling chemical waste.
- Arranging equipment repairs, maintaining the chemical inventory, and preparing the laboratories for inspections.
- Orienting incoming lab members in hazard awareness and safety.
- Conducting an independent research project.
Projects in the Zhou and Hochwagen lab focus on defining the molecular and evolutionary basis of cell division and chromosome segregation, using the yeasts Saccharomyces cerevisiae and Cryptococcus neoformans as primary experimental models. For more information about our past and ongoing work, visit https://www.snow-lab.org and https://hochwagenlab.bio.nyu.edu.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have a BS or MS in Biology or a related field, and at least 1 year of research experience. A demonstrated background in working with yeast is a plus.
Application Instructions
Please upload your application materials via Interfolio. Include the following items: 1) CV including a list of publications; 2) a short summary of your present and future research interests; 3) a list of three references and their contact information.
Application Process
This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.
In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary for this position is $58,656. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the specific grant funding and the terms of the research grant when extending an offer.
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Which healthcare companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in New York?
Several large New York health systems have established track records of hiring F-1 OPT students, including NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, NYU Langone Health, Northwell Health, Mount Sinai Health System, and Montefiore Medical Center. Academic medical centers and research institutions such as Memorial Sloan Kettering and Weill Cornell Medicine also hire OPT students, particularly in research, informatics, and administrative roles where a degree requirement is clearly defined.
Which cities in New York have the most healthcare F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
New York City accounts for the largest share of healthcare F-1 OPT opportunities in the state, driven by its dense concentration of hospital systems, research centers, and public health agencies. Albany sees demand tied to state health policy and government-adjacent organizations. Buffalo and Rochester have notable activity through systems like Kaleida Health, Rochester Regional Health, and University of Rochester Medical Center, which regularly recruit for technical and clinical support roles.
What types of healthcare roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship?
F-1 OPT work must be directly related to your degree field. In healthcare, roles that commonly align include health informatics analyst, clinical research coordinator, public health analyst, biostatistician, healthcare data analyst, medical laboratory technologist, and health policy researcher. Roles requiring a state clinical license, such as physician or registered nurse, involve additional regulatory steps beyond OPT authorization and are less straightforward for international students to pursue during OPT.
How do I find healthcare F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in New York?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and filters healthcare jobs in New York by visa type, including F-1 OPT, so you can avoid applying to roles where sponsorship is not available. Rather than sorting through general job boards where OPT eligibility is rarely stated, Migrate Mate lets you focus on employers in New York's healthcare sector that have a history of sponsoring international candidates, saving significant time during a period when your work authorization timeline matters.
Are there any New York-specific considerations for F-1 OPT students pursuing healthcare jobs?
New York State has licensing requirements for many clinical healthcare roles that are separate from federal OPT authorization, and some positions require New York State licensure before employment can begin. For non-clinical roles such as health informatics or clinical research, the main consideration is ensuring the position clearly relates to your degree program, as required by SEVP guidelines. Students in STEM-eligible healthcare fields may also be able to apply for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, significantly extending their eligible work period.
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