Biotech & Pharma Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's biotech and pharmaceutical sector offers strong visa sponsorship opportunities, centered around Philadelphia's established pharma corridor and Pittsburgh's emerging biotech hub. Major sponsors include GSK, Johnson & Johnson, Merck, and the University of Pennsylvania's research enterprise, along with growing companies like Tmunity Therapeutics and Passage Bio.
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LOCATION: Wilkes-Barre, United States of America
JOB TYPE: Full time
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform monitoring and site management work to ensure that sites are conducting the study(ies) and reporting study data as required by the study protocol, applicable regulations and guidelines, and sponsor requirements.
- Perform site monitoring visits (selection, initiation, monitoring and close-out visits) in accordance with contracted scope of work and Good Clinical Practice.
- Work with sites to adapt, drive, and track subject recruitment plan in line with project needs to enhance predictability.
- Administer protocol and related study training to assigned sites and establish regular lines of communication with sites to manage ongoing project expectations and issues.
- Evaluate the quality and integrity of study site practices related to the proper conduct of the protocol and adherence to applicable regulations. Escalate quality issues as appropriate.
- Manage the progress of assigned studies by tracking regulatory submissions and approvals, recruitment and enrollment, case report form (CRF) completion and submission, and data query generation and resolution. May support start-up phase.
- Ensure copies/originals (as required) site documents are available for filing in the Trial Master File (TMF) and verify that the Investigator's Site File (ISF) is maintained in accordance with GCP and local regulatory requirements.
- Create and maintain appropriate documentation regarding site management, monitoring visit findings and action plans by submitting regular visit reports, generating follow-up letters and other required study documentation.
- Collaborate and liaise with study team members for project execution support as appropriate.
- If applicable, may be accountable for supporting development of project subject recruitment plan on a per site basis.
- If applicable, may be accountable for site financial management according to executed clinical trial agreement and retrieve invoices according to local requirement.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree in scientific discipline or health care preferred.
- Requires at least 2 years of on-site monitoring experience.
- Equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be accepted in lieu of degree.
- Good knowledge of, and skill in applying, applicable clinical research regulatory requirements, i.e., Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and International Conference on Harmonization (ICH) guidelines.
- Good therapeutic and protocol knowledge as provided in company training.
- Computer skills including proficiency in use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and use of a laptop computer and iPhone and iPad (where applicable).
- Written and verbal communication skills including good command of English language.
- Organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Effective time and financial management skills.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers, and clients.
COMPENSATION
The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $71,900.00 - $189,000.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.
IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law.
IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.

LOCATION: Wilkes-Barre, United States of America
JOB TYPE: Full time
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform monitoring and site management work to ensure that sites are conducting the study(ies) and reporting study data as required by the study protocol, applicable regulations and guidelines, and sponsor requirements.
- Perform site monitoring visits (selection, initiation, monitoring and close-out visits) in accordance with contracted scope of work and Good Clinical Practice.
- Work with sites to adapt, drive, and track subject recruitment plan in line with project needs to enhance predictability.
- Administer protocol and related study training to assigned sites and establish regular lines of communication with sites to manage ongoing project expectations and issues.
- Evaluate the quality and integrity of study site practices related to the proper conduct of the protocol and adherence to applicable regulations. Escalate quality issues as appropriate.
- Manage the progress of assigned studies by tracking regulatory submissions and approvals, recruitment and enrollment, case report form (CRF) completion and submission, and data query generation and resolution. May support start-up phase.
- Ensure copies/originals (as required) site documents are available for filing in the Trial Master File (TMF) and verify that the Investigator's Site File (ISF) is maintained in accordance with GCP and local regulatory requirements.
- Create and maintain appropriate documentation regarding site management, monitoring visit findings and action plans by submitting regular visit reports, generating follow-up letters and other required study documentation.
- Collaborate and liaise with study team members for project execution support as appropriate.
- If applicable, may be accountable for supporting development of project subject recruitment plan on a per site basis.
- If applicable, may be accountable for site financial management according to executed clinical trial agreement and retrieve invoices according to local requirement.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree in scientific discipline or health care preferred.
- Requires at least 2 years of on-site monitoring experience.
- Equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be accepted in lieu of degree.
- Good knowledge of, and skill in applying, applicable clinical research regulatory requirements, i.e., Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and International Conference on Harmonization (ICH) guidelines.
- Good therapeutic and protocol knowledge as provided in company training.
- Computer skills including proficiency in use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and use of a laptop computer and iPhone and iPad (where applicable).
- Written and verbal communication skills including good command of English language.
- Organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Effective time and financial management skills.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers, and clients.
COMPENSATION
The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $71,900.00 - $189,000.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.
IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law.
IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.
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Which biotech & pharma companies sponsor visas in Pennsylvania?
Major sponsors include GlaxoSmithKline and Johnson & Johnson in the Philadelphia area, Merck's research facilities, and University of Pennsylvania's extensive research programs. Growing biotech companies like Tmunity Therapeutics, Passage Bio, and Adaptimmune also sponsor H-1B and other work visas. Academic medical centers like Penn Medicine and CHOP frequently sponsor research positions.
How to find biotech & pharma visa sponsorship jobs in Pennsylvania?
Use Migrate Mate to browse biotech and pharmaceutical positions specifically filtered for Pennsylvania employers who sponsor work visas. Focus on Philadelphia's established pharma corridor and Pittsburgh's biotech scene. Target both large pharmaceutical companies and university-affiliated research institutions, which historically sponsor international talent for specialized roles in drug development and clinical research.
Which visa types are most common for biotech & pharma roles in Pennsylvania?
H-1B visas dominate for research scientists, clinical data specialists, and regulatory affairs roles. O-1 visas are common for senior researchers and principal investigators with exceptional expertise. J-1 research visas are frequently used at university-affiliated programs like Penn and Carnegie Mellon. L-1 transfers occur when international pharma companies move employees to Pennsylvania operations.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most biotech & pharma visa sponsorship jobs?
Philadelphia leads with the highest concentration, hosting major pharma companies and University of Pennsylvania research facilities. The King of Prussia area offers significant opportunities with GSK and other corporate headquarters. Pittsburgh provides emerging biotech roles, particularly around Carnegie Mellon and University of Pittsburgh research partnerships. Smaller concentrations exist in suburban Philadelphia counties.
What prevailing wage considerations apply to biotech & pharma roles in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania's prevailing wages for biotech positions are generally competitive, though typically lower than California or Massachusetts markets. Philadelphia area wages reflect the city's major pharma presence, while Pittsburgh rates are influenced by university partnerships. Research roles at academic institutions may have different wage determinations than corporate pharmaceutical positions, affecting H-1B Labor Condition Applications.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored biotech & pharma jobs in Pennsylvania?
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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