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AI Researcher roles are among the most actively sponsored positions in the U.S. right now. Most employers file H-1B visa petitions for this role, and many qualify for cap-exempt filing through universities and nonprofit research labs. A master's or PhD in computer science, machine learning, or a related field is standard. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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INTRODUCTION
As a Staff AI Researcher, you will develop AI solutions that will improve health for millions of people. Here at Aledade we empower primary care physicians with technology to keep their patients healthy and prevent unnecessary hospitalizations. You will partner with other engineering and analytics teams, bringing AI technology into existing products and workflows. As a Staff AI Researcher, you will lead the way to harness knowledge from one of the most extensive data sets of medical records, diagnoses, claims, and prescriptions. You will have a unique opportunity to train, fine-tune and use AI models using medical data we collect from millions of patients across the country.
PRIMARY DUTIES:
- Build working prototypes using off-the-shelf and novel AI techniques to deliver higher optimization levels for the company.
- Work with large, complex data sets. Solve difficult, non-routine analysis problems to harvest data.
- Re-design current pipelines and systems to meet the growing data and query needs.
- Implement techniques for fine-tuning and adapting pre-trained generative models to specific healthcare domains or tasks.
- Develop evaluation metrics and benchmarks to assess the quality and performance of AI/ML models.
- Experience in designing and implementing feature engineering pipelines, including data processing, feature extraction, and transformation to optimize model performance.
- Set and uphold the standard for engineering processes to support high-quality engineering, including style and code checking, test harnesses, and release packaging.
- Deliver working POC solutions solving speed, scalability and time-to-market tradeoffs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- BS/BTech (or higher) in Computer Science or a related field required.
- 3+ years of relevant deep learning and LLM work experience.
- 8+ years of relevant machine learning and statistical analysis experience.
- 3+ years of Python language experience.
- Experience in addressing challenges from incomplete, unrepresentative, and mislabeled data.
- Experience working with large-scale distributed systems at scale and statistical software (e.g. Spark).
- 3+ years of demonstrated proficiency in selecting the right tools given a data optimization problem.
PREFERRED KSA’s:
- Ph.D. or Master's degree in a quantitative discipline (e.g., Computer Science [with AI/ML Major], Statistics, Operations Research, Economics, Mathematics, Physics) or equivalent practical experience.
- Proficiency in communicating analysis and establishing confidence among audiences who do not share your disciplinary background or training.
- Experience with security and systems that handle sensitive data.
- Experience with Databricks/MLflow.
- Experience with designing and implementing production-ready agentic systems.
- Proficiency in at least one major deep learning framework (e.g. PyTorch, Tensorflow, Keras, etc), with the ability to design and implement deep learning architectures.
- Demonstrated leadership and self-direction.
- First-author publications at peer-reviewed conferences (e.g. NeurIPS, ICML, ACL, JSM, KDD, EMNLP).
- Winners in ACM-ICPC, NOI/IOI, Kaggle.
- Working knowledge of health-tech systems, like Electronic Health Records, Clinical data, etc.
Physical Requirements:
- Sitting for prolonged periods of time. Extensive use of computers and keyboard. Occasional walking and lifting may be required.
We may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help organize and evaluate application materials. These tools support our recruiters and hiring managers by helping manage large applicant pools. Human judgment plays an essential role in our hiring process, including in the oversight and use of any automated tools. If you would like more information about our screening and hiring process, please contact us.

INTRODUCTION
As a Staff AI Researcher, you will develop AI solutions that will improve health for millions of people. Here at Aledade we empower primary care physicians with technology to keep their patients healthy and prevent unnecessary hospitalizations. You will partner with other engineering and analytics teams, bringing AI technology into existing products and workflows. As a Staff AI Researcher, you will lead the way to harness knowledge from one of the most extensive data sets of medical records, diagnoses, claims, and prescriptions. You will have a unique opportunity to train, fine-tune and use AI models using medical data we collect from millions of patients across the country.
PRIMARY DUTIES:
- Build working prototypes using off-the-shelf and novel AI techniques to deliver higher optimization levels for the company.
- Work with large, complex data sets. Solve difficult, non-routine analysis problems to harvest data.
- Re-design current pipelines and systems to meet the growing data and query needs.
- Implement techniques for fine-tuning and adapting pre-trained generative models to specific healthcare domains or tasks.
- Develop evaluation metrics and benchmarks to assess the quality and performance of AI/ML models.
- Experience in designing and implementing feature engineering pipelines, including data processing, feature extraction, and transformation to optimize model performance.
- Set and uphold the standard for engineering processes to support high-quality engineering, including style and code checking, test harnesses, and release packaging.
- Deliver working POC solutions solving speed, scalability and time-to-market tradeoffs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- BS/BTech (or higher) in Computer Science or a related field required.
- 3+ years of relevant deep learning and LLM work experience.
- 8+ years of relevant machine learning and statistical analysis experience.
- 3+ years of Python language experience.
- Experience in addressing challenges from incomplete, unrepresentative, and mislabeled data.
- Experience working with large-scale distributed systems at scale and statistical software (e.g. Spark).
- 3+ years of demonstrated proficiency in selecting the right tools given a data optimization problem.
PREFERRED KSA’s:
- Ph.D. or Master's degree in a quantitative discipline (e.g., Computer Science [with AI/ML Major], Statistics, Operations Research, Economics, Mathematics, Physics) or equivalent practical experience.
- Proficiency in communicating analysis and establishing confidence among audiences who do not share your disciplinary background or training.
- Experience with security and systems that handle sensitive data.
- Experience with Databricks/MLflow.
- Experience with designing and implementing production-ready agentic systems.
- Proficiency in at least one major deep learning framework (e.g. PyTorch, Tensorflow, Keras, etc), with the ability to design and implement deep learning architectures.
- Demonstrated leadership and self-direction.
- First-author publications at peer-reviewed conferences (e.g. NeurIPS, ICML, ACL, JSM, KDD, EMNLP).
- Winners in ACM-ICPC, NOI/IOI, Kaggle.
- Working knowledge of health-tech systems, like Electronic Health Records, Clinical data, etc.
Physical Requirements:
- Sitting for prolonged periods of time. Extensive use of computers and keyboard. Occasional walking and lifting may be required.
We may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help organize and evaluate application materials. These tools support our recruiters and hiring managers by helping manage large applicant pools. Human judgment plays an essential role in our hiring process, including in the oversight and use of any automated tools. If you would like more information about our screening and hiring process, please contact us.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding AI Researcher Jobs
Target cap-exempt employers first
Universities, nonprofit research institutes, and government-affiliated labs can sponsor H-1B visas outside the annual lottery. For AI Researchers, this dramatically increases your odds of getting sponsored without waiting for a cap-subject slot.
Lead with publications and benchmarks
Employers evaluating AI Researchers want evidence of impact. Citing published papers, open-source contributions, or model performance benchmarks gives hiring managers and immigration attorneys concrete proof your role meets specialty occupation standards.
A PhD opens O-1A doors
AI Researchers with peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, or awards may qualify for the O-1A extraordinary ability visa. It has no lottery, no annual cap, and is increasingly common for senior researchers at frontier AI labs.
Clarify your research scope early in interviews
Employers sometimes conflate AI Researchers with ML Engineers or Data Scientists, which affects how they structure sponsorship. Be specific about whether your role is research-focused to ensure the petition is filed under the right classification.
Degree field alignment matters for H-1B approval
USCIS requires your degree to directly relate to the research specialization. A PhD in physics applying to a natural language processing role may face scrutiny. Framing your coursework and thesis in terms of the job's technical requirements strengthens the petition.
EB-1A and NIW are realistic long-term paths
AI Researchers are well-positioned for EB-1A extraordinary ability or EB-2 National Interest Waiver green cards. Published research, citation counts, and national security or scientific impact arguments carry significant weight with USCIS adjudicators for both categories.
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Find AI Researcher JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Do AI Researcher roles typically qualify as H-1B specialty occupations?
Yes. AI Researcher positions almost universally qualify as specialty occupations because they require at minimum a bachelor's degree, and in practice a master's or PhD, in computer science, machine learning, statistics, or a closely related field. USCIS has a strong approval record for this role when the job description is research-specific and the degree field aligns with the work.
Can I get sponsored as an AI Researcher without going through the H-1B lottery?
Yes, through two main paths. First, cap-exempt employers, including universities, nonprofit research labs, and certain government-affiliated institutions, can file H-1B petitions year-round outside the lottery. Second, AI Researchers with strong publication records may qualify for the O-1A visa, which has no lottery or annual cap. Browse current openings on Migrate Mate to filter for employers with a track record of cap-exempt or O-1A sponsorship.
Does my degree need to be in AI or machine learning specifically?
Not necessarily, but it needs to be directly relevant to the research role. Computer science, statistics, mathematics, cognitive science, and electrical engineering are all accepted. Where applicants run into trouble is when the degree is in an unrelated field and the connection to AI research isn't clearly documented. USCIS looks at coursework, thesis topics, and specializations, not just the degree title.
What visa options are available for senior AI Researchers beyond the H-1B?
Senior AI Researchers have several strong options. The O-1A visa suits those with published papers, speaking invitations, awards, or high citation counts. The EB-1A immigrant visa (extraordinary ability) and EB-2 National Interest Waiver both work well for researchers whose work has demonstrated scientific or national significance. Both green card categories allow self-petition without an employer sponsor, which is a meaningful advantage.
How do employers typically assess whether to sponsor an AI Researcher?
Most employers look at three things: research output (publications, conference presentations, open-source contributions), technical specialization (the more narrowly defined, the easier the H-1B justification), and long-term retention potential. Frontier AI companies and academic institutions are generally more experienced with sponsorship and more willing to absorb the cost. Startups may require more upfront conversation about the process.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored AI Researcher jobs?
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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