Biotech & Pharma Jobs in Virginia with Green Card Sponsorship
Virginia's biotech and pharma sector is concentrated in the Northern Virginia corridor, Richmond, and the Shenandoah Valley, with employers like Emergent BioSolutions, Inova Health System, and contract research organizations regularly filing Green Card petitions for research, regulatory, and manufacturing roles. Competition for sponsored positions is real, but the state's proximity to federal health agencies gives qualified candidates meaningful options.
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Tris Pharma, Inc. is a leading privately-owned U.S. biopharmaceutical company focusing on development and commercialization of innovative medicines addressing unmet patient needs. We have over 150 US and International patents - including applications - and several marketed branded and generic products in the U.S. We have licensed our products in the US and international markets and have a robust pipeline of innovative products spanning neuroscience and other therapeutic categories employing our proprietary science and technology.
Our science and technology make us unique, but our team members set us apart; they are the engine fueling Tris’ passion and innovation. Tris colleagues understand the criticality of operating a successful business and take pride in our company’s success. But of equal importance to each team member is how we interact with one another daily. We believe in one another and in respectful, open and honest communications to help support individual and team success.
This is an exciting time for Tris as we grow our sales force in support of our expanding ADHD portfolio. If you are an experienced sales representative looking to increase your skills and build your career with an expanding, learning oriented organization we are looking for you.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Our National Sales force is made up of field-based representatives throughout the US serving as a direct link between the company and health care providers (HCPs) and clients. This territory consists of Chesapeake, Virginia Beach, Newport News, Norfolk and the surrounding area. Qualified candidates must live within territory.
The selected candidate handles all operational aspects of pharmaceutical sales and service including, but not limited to: generating sales, communication and promotion of the clinical and economic benefits of the product, building and maintaining successful relationships, educating health care staffs, and identifying new opportunities for growth. The incumbent collaborates cross-functionally with internal departments and external resources on sales related issues.
- Established, develops and maintains successful business partnerships with targeted health care providers (HCPs) and staffs within assigned geographical territory; Increases awareness through appropriate scientific information and educational programs to medical professionals; Collaborates closely with Regional Sales Manager (RSM) to execute a specific and integrated action plan for assigned region to achieve defined territory and sales goals; Clearly understands and implements sales and marketing goals to obtain sales objectives for assigned products.
- Creates consultative, solution-oriented business partnerships with clients by meeting regularly with appropriately targeted HCPs and staff within assigned geography to understand and discuss company products and how they can meet identified needs.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Qualifications
Pharmaceutical Sales Rep - Bachelors degree and minimum 1 year sales experience in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, business to business (B2B), capital equipment, medical device and/or related industry REQUIRED.
(SR)/Healthcare Sales Rep - Bachelors degree and minimum 2 years sales experience in a pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry with documented sales success REQUIRED.
- Proven track record of exceeding sales targets and successfully and independently growing and managing a territory REQUIRED
- Demonstrated ability to analyze complex sales and technical data and to develop strategic and actionable business plans REQUIRED
- Experience conducting successful consultative, solutions-oriented sales calls REQUIRED
- Excellent presentation skills and experience REQUIRED
- Ability to quickly learn, understand and explain complex medical and scientific information REQUIRED
- Valid US driver’s license and clean driving record REQUIRED
- Ability to influence without direct authority REQUIRED
COMPENSATION
Anticipated salary range: $100-120K/yr. Base salary offered is contingent on assessment of candidate’s education and experience level relative to requirements of the position and a review of related industry standards and internal equity.
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS
In addition to base salary, full-time employees are also eligible for incentives, including, but not limited to: sales incentive eligible, medical, dental, vision, Rx insurance, 401K with match, life insurance, paid Company Holidays, PTO, Paid Volunteer Time and Employee Resource Groups.
Tris Pharma, Inc. offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits package. To build and enhance our diverse workforce, we encourage applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans, women, LGBTQ, etc. Tris Pharma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
LOCATION
This territory consists of Chesapeake, Virginia Beach, Newport News, Norfolk and the surrounding area. Qualified candidates must live within territory.
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INTRODUCTION
Tris Pharma, Inc. is a leading privately-owned U.S. biopharmaceutical company focusing on development and commercialization of innovative medicines addressing unmet patient needs. We have over 150 US and International patents - including applications - and several marketed branded and generic products in the U.S. We have licensed our products in the US and international markets and have a robust pipeline of innovative products spanning neuroscience and other therapeutic categories employing our proprietary science and technology.
Our science and technology make us unique, but our team members set us apart; they are the engine fueling Tris’ passion and innovation. Tris colleagues understand the criticality of operating a successful business and take pride in our company’s success. But of equal importance to each team member is how we interact with one another daily. We believe in one another and in respectful, open and honest communications to help support individual and team success.
This is an exciting time for Tris as we grow our sales force in support of our expanding ADHD portfolio. If you are an experienced sales representative looking to increase your skills and build your career with an expanding, learning oriented organization we are looking for you.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Our National Sales force is made up of field-based representatives throughout the US serving as a direct link between the company and health care providers (HCPs) and clients. This territory consists of Chesapeake, Virginia Beach, Newport News, Norfolk and the surrounding area. Qualified candidates must live within territory.
The selected candidate handles all operational aspects of pharmaceutical sales and service including, but not limited to: generating sales, communication and promotion of the clinical and economic benefits of the product, building and maintaining successful relationships, educating health care staffs, and identifying new opportunities for growth. The incumbent collaborates cross-functionally with internal departments and external resources on sales related issues.
- Established, develops and maintains successful business partnerships with targeted health care providers (HCPs) and staffs within assigned geographical territory; Increases awareness through appropriate scientific information and educational programs to medical professionals; Collaborates closely with Regional Sales Manager (RSM) to execute a specific and integrated action plan for assigned region to achieve defined territory and sales goals; Clearly understands and implements sales and marketing goals to obtain sales objectives for assigned products.
- Creates consultative, solution-oriented business partnerships with clients by meeting regularly with appropriately targeted HCPs and staff within assigned geography to understand and discuss company products and how they can meet identified needs.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Qualifications
Pharmaceutical Sales Rep - Bachelors degree and minimum 1 year sales experience in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, business to business (B2B), capital equipment, medical device and/or related industry REQUIRED.
(SR)/Healthcare Sales Rep - Bachelors degree and minimum 2 years sales experience in a pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry with documented sales success REQUIRED.
- Proven track record of exceeding sales targets and successfully and independently growing and managing a territory REQUIRED
- Demonstrated ability to analyze complex sales and technical data and to develop strategic and actionable business plans REQUIRED
- Experience conducting successful consultative, solutions-oriented sales calls REQUIRED
- Excellent presentation skills and experience REQUIRED
- Ability to quickly learn, understand and explain complex medical and scientific information REQUIRED
- Valid US driver’s license and clean driving record REQUIRED
- Ability to influence without direct authority REQUIRED
COMPENSATION
Anticipated salary range: $100-120K/yr. Base salary offered is contingent on assessment of candidate’s education and experience level relative to requirements of the position and a review of related industry standards and internal equity.
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS
In addition to base salary, full-time employees are also eligible for incentives, including, but not limited to: sales incentive eligible, medical, dental, vision, Rx insurance, 401K with match, life insurance, paid Company Holidays, PTO, Paid Volunteer Time and Employee Resource Groups.
Tris Pharma, Inc. offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits package. To build and enhance our diverse workforce, we encourage applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans, women, LGBTQ, etc. Tris Pharma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
LOCATION
This territory consists of Chesapeake, Virginia Beach, Newport News, Norfolk and the surrounding area. Qualified candidates must live within territory.
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Which biotech and pharma companies sponsor Green Card visas in Virginia?
Emergent BioSolutions, based in Gaithersburg with significant Virginia operations, is among the more active sponsors in the region. Contract research organizations, clinical-stage biotech firms in the Northern Virginia tech corridor, and pharma manufacturing facilities in the Richmond area also have histories of filing PERM labor certification cases for foreign national employees. Checking OFLC disclosure data on FLAG.dol.gov shows verified employer filing histories by location.
Which cities in Virginia have the most biotech and pharma Green Card sponsorship jobs?
Northern Virginia, particularly the Tysons and Herndon corridors, concentrates the highest volume of biotech and life sciences employers with sponsorship capacity. Richmond has a growing pharma manufacturing and clinical research presence. Roanoke and the Shenandoah Valley host specialty pharmaceutical manufacturing operations. Proximity to NIH and FDA in the broader DC metro area makes Northern Virginia the strongest cluster for regulatory affairs and research roles requiring Green Card sponsorship.
What types of biotech and pharma roles typically qualify for Green Card sponsorship in Virginia?
Roles most commonly sponsored include research scientists, bioinformatics specialists, regulatory affairs managers, clinical research associates, quality assurance engineers, and bioprocess development scientists. These positions typically require a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific scientific field, satisfying the specialty occupation standard used in EB-2 and EB-3 petitions. Roles with generalized degree requirements or where no minimum education is enforced by the employer are less likely to be approved through PERM.
How do I find biotech and pharma Green Card sponsorship jobs in Virginia?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship type, so you can search for Green Card-sponsored biotech and pharma roles in Virginia without sifting through positions that don't offer sponsorship. This is particularly useful given that many Virginia postings don't disclose sponsorship status upfront. Filtering by industry and location on Migrate Mate surfaces employers actively hiring and sponsoring in the state's life sciences sector.
Are there state-specific considerations for Green Card sponsorship in Virginia's biotech and pharma industry?
Virginia does not have state-level immigration programs, but its concentration of federal contractors and agencies creates a specific hiring consideration: many biotech and pharma roles supporting government contracts require security clearances, which are generally unavailable to non-U.S. citizens and permanent residents. Candidates should confirm whether a role involves federal contract work before pursuing it. Non-government-facing positions at commercial biotech and pharma employers in Virginia do not carry this restriction.
What is the prevailing wage for Green Card biotech & pharma jobs in Virginia?
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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