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The pharmaceutical industry is one of the strongest sectors for visa sponsorship in the U.S., particularly for roles requiring advanced degrees in pharmaceutical sciences, chemistry, biology, or regulatory affairs. H-1B visas are a natural fit for research scientists, clinical research associates, regulatory affairs specialists, and quality assurance managers at companies like Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson, Merck, AbbVie, Novartis, and Roche. If you hold a PharmD, PhD, or MS in a relevant field, your odds improve significantly. Researchers with strong publication records can also pursue the O-1 visa, and those working at university-affiliated research centers may qualify for cap-exempt H-1B visa positions that bypass the lottery entirely. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Territory includes but is not limited to: Englewood, NJ
At GSK, we have already delivered unprecedented change over the past four years, improving R&D, strengthening our leadership, and transforming our commercial execution. We have a leading portfolio of vaccines and specialty medicines as well as R&D based on immune system and genetics science. GSK’s ambition and purpose is to unite science, talent and technology to get ahead of disease together – all with the clear ambition of delivering human health impact; stronger and more sustainable shareholder returns; and as a new GSK where outstanding people thrive.
Getting ahead means preventing disease as well as treating it. How we do all this is through our people and our culture. A culture that is ambitious for patients – so we deliver what matters better and faster; accountable for impact – with clear ownership of goals and support to succeed; and where we do the right thing. So, if you’re ready to improve the lives of billions, join us at this exciting moment in our journey. Join our challenge to get Ahead Together.
Why US Respiratory Sales?
The US Respiratory sales force has a strong track record of bringing industry leading products within primary care to market. As an industry leader in Primary Care, we harness the talent of our people, combined with our proven and unique capabilities to drive growth and performance to impact the lives of COPD and asthma patients in the US. Our ambition is to impact the lives of 3.5 million patients by 2024.
We take pride in recruiting and retaining talent by offering multiple development opportunities within the Business Unit, combined with a transparent talent management approach aligned to the individual’s opportunities and aspirations.
Our business unit embodies being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact, and doing the right thing. We believe that to be successful, our people should thrive.
The GSK Sales Professional is accountable for convincing high potential physicians and allied health professionals in independent offices, physician groups and hospital systems to prescribe GSK products instead of competitive products for disease states and patients in face to face selling in accordance with product indications and prescribing information.
This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career. These responsibilities include some of the following:
- Drive territory sales performance increasing product market share/volumes of promoted COPD/Asthma products through impactful selling interactions with specific customer segments.
- Take complete ownership and accountability over actions and activity levels aligned to GSK strategy.
- Acquire and maintain knowledge of market, GSK products and competitive products for competitive selling.
- Proactively analyzes sales data and develops territory business plans to consistently grow business.
- Collaborates with territory team members to develop dynamic routing and call schedules to support sales plans.
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with Marketing, Payer Relations Managers, Medical (MSLs), and other functions within GSK.
- Proactively resource reach and frequency activities, in-services, and educational programs.
- Complete all administrative requirements associated with role in an accurate and timely manner; distributing and tracking FDA regulated product samples, daily call recording, completion of required role-related eLearning modules, regular customer maintenance and expenses.
- Adhere to and follow GSK policies, practices, risk-adverse standards and values in support of our customers, patients, fellow employees, and individual expectations.
Why you?
Basic Qualifications:
We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals:
- 4-year BA/BS degree from an accredited institution.
- 2+ years of pharmaceutical sales experience or 2+ years of successful documented Business-to-Business sales.
- Ability to travel domestically as necessary, which may include overnight and/or weekend travel. The amount will depend on the specific territory size.
- Valid Driver’s License - Must be able to drive or operate a vehicle as driving is an essential function of this role.
Preferred Qualifications:
The following characteristics it would be a plus:
- Preferred experience in healthcare related sales, specifically respiratory and allergy.
- Familiarity with Managed Care Plans, Insurance Formularies, Retail Pharmacies (understanding prescription processing, prior authorizations etc.).
- Strong communication, presentation and influencing skills.
- Demonstrated ability to identify unique sales opportunities and to perform tasks beyond designated responsibilities.
- Strong business planning skills and ability to multi-task.
- Can work independently with strong attention to detail.
Demonstrated Capabilities:
- Winning Mindset. Do you have the passion and focus to continuously shift performance from good, to better, to best? Are you a top performer that opens doors, gets on calendars, gains support and wins the business?
- Ambitious Goals. Do you make goals that stretch you? Do you pursue them with intensity and pace? Are you in control having a plan for yourself, and regularly evaluate where you want to be, where you are, and what the gap is?
- Courageous. Do you speak-up and challenge in the spirit of curiosity and developing the business? Are you resilient and courageous to bounce back from setbacks, overcome barriers and get back on track?
- Change maker. Do you push yourself/others for change/action in the best interest of everyone and the business?
- Improvement Mindset. Do you continuously seek and apply feedback to learn and grow yourself and the business?
- Accountable. Do you hold yourself and others accountable to commitments? Do you own your decisions?
- Inspiration. Do you align, connect and inspire your teammates?
- Communicate with influence. Do you have masterful conversations which influence people with speed and clarity?
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The US annual base salary for new hires in this position ranges from $99,000 to $165,000. The US salary ranges take into account a number of factors including work location within the US market, the candidate’s skills, experience, education level and the market rate for the role. In addition, this position offers an annual bonus and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program which is dependent on the level of the role. Available benefits include health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and paid caregiver/parental and medical leave. If salary ranges are not displayed in the job posting for a specific country, the relevant compensation will be discussed during the recruitment process. Please visit GSK US Benefits Summary to learn more about the comprehensive benefits program GSK offers US employees.
Why GSK?
Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.
GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale.
People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.
If you require an accommodation or other assistance to apply for a job at GSK, please contact the appropriate Recruitment Staff by emailing us at - usrecruitment.adjustments@gsk.com
GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law.
Important notice to Employment businesses/ Agencies
GSK does not accept referrals from employment businesses and/or employment agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site. All employment businesses/agencies are required to contact GSK's commercial and general procurement/human resources department to obtain prior written authorization before referring any candidates to GSK. The obtaining of prior written authorization is a condition precedent to any agreement (verbal or written) between the employment business/ agency and GSK. In the absence of such written authorization being obtained any actions undertaken by the employment business/agency shall be deemed to have been performed without the consent or contractual agreement of GSK. GSK shall therefore not be liable for any fees arising from such actions or any fees arising from any referrals by employment businesses/agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site.
Please note that if you are a US Licensed Healthcare Professional or Healthcare Professional as defined by the laws of the state issuing your license, GSK may be required to capture and report expenses GSK incurs, on your behalf, in the event you are afforded an interview for employment. This capture of applicable transfers of value is necessary to ensure GSK’s compliance to all federal and state US Transparency requirements. For more information, please visit the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) website at https://openpaymentsdata.cms.gov/
A preferred candidate has been identified, but all qualified applicants will be considered.
Territory includes but is not limited to: Englewood, NJ
At GSK, we have already delivered unprecedented change over the past four years, improving R&D, strengthening our leadership, and transforming our commercial execution. We have a leading portfolio of vaccines and specialty medicines as well as R&D based on immune system and genetics science. GSK’s ambition and purpose is to unite science, talent and technology to get ahead of disease together – all with the clear ambition of delivering human health impact; stronger and more sustainable shareholder returns; and as a new GSK where outstanding people thrive.
Getting ahead means preventing disease as well as treating it. How we do all this is through our people and our culture. A culture that is ambitious for patients – so we deliver what matters better and faster; accountable for impact – with clear ownership of goals and support to succeed; and where we do the right thing. So, if you’re ready to improve the lives of billions, join us at this exciting moment in our journey. Join our challenge to get Ahead Together.
Why US Respiratory Sales?
The US Respiratory sales force has a strong track record of bringing industry leading products within primary care to market. As an industry leader in Primary Care, we harness the talent of our people, combined with our proven and unique capabilities to drive growth and performance to impact the lives of COPD and asthma patients in the US. Our ambition is to impact the lives of 3.5 million patients by 2024.
We take pride in recruiting and retaining talent by offering multiple development opportunities within the Business Unit, combined with a transparent talent management approach aligned to the individual’s opportunities and aspirations.
Our business unit embodies being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact, and doing the right thing. We believe that to be successful, our people should thrive.
The GSK Sales Professional is accountable for convincing high potential physicians and allied health professionals in independent offices, physician groups and hospital systems to prescribe GSK products instead of competitive products for disease states and patients in face to face selling in accordance with product indications and prescribing information.
This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career. These responsibilities include some of the following:
- Drive territory sales performance increasing product market share/volumes of promoted COPD/Asthma products through impactful selling interactions with specific customer segments.
- Take complete ownership and accountability over actions and activity levels aligned to GSK strategy.
- Acquire and maintain knowledge of market, GSK products and competitive products for competitive selling.
- Proactively analyzes sales data and develops territory business plans to consistently grow business.
- Collaborates with territory team members to develop dynamic routing and call schedules to support sales plans.
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with Marketing, Payer Relations Managers, Medical (MSLs), and other functions within GSK.
- Proactively resource reach and frequency activities, in-services, and educational programs.
- Complete all administrative requirements associated with role in an accurate and timely manner; distributing and tracking FDA regulated product samples, daily call recording, completion of required role-related eLearning modules, regular customer maintenance and expenses.
- Adhere to and follow GSK policies, practices, risk-adverse standards and values in support of our customers, patients, fellow employees, and individual expectations.
Why you?
Basic Qualifications:
We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals:
- 4-year BA/BS degree from an accredited institution.
- 2+ years of pharmaceutical sales experience or 2+ years of successful documented Business-to-Business sales.
- Ability to travel domestically as necessary, which may include overnight and/or weekend travel. The amount will depend on the specific territory size.
- Valid Driver’s License - Must be able to drive or operate a vehicle as driving is an essential function of this role.
Preferred Qualifications:
The following characteristics it would be a plus:
- Preferred experience in healthcare related sales, specifically respiratory and allergy.
- Familiarity with Managed Care Plans, Insurance Formularies, Retail Pharmacies (understanding prescription processing, prior authorizations etc.).
- Strong communication, presentation and influencing skills.
- Demonstrated ability to identify unique sales opportunities and to perform tasks beyond designated responsibilities.
- Strong business planning skills and ability to multi-task.
- Can work independently with strong attention to detail.
Demonstrated Capabilities:
- Winning Mindset. Do you have the passion and focus to continuously shift performance from good, to better, to best? Are you a top performer that opens doors, gets on calendars, gains support and wins the business?
- Ambitious Goals. Do you make goals that stretch you? Do you pursue them with intensity and pace? Are you in control having a plan for yourself, and regularly evaluate where you want to be, where you are, and what the gap is?
- Courageous. Do you speak-up and challenge in the spirit of curiosity and developing the business? Are you resilient and courageous to bounce back from setbacks, overcome barriers and get back on track?
- Change maker. Do you push yourself/others for change/action in the best interest of everyone and the business?
- Improvement Mindset. Do you continuously seek and apply feedback to learn and grow yourself and the business?
- Accountable. Do you hold yourself and others accountable to commitments? Do you own your decisions?
- Inspiration. Do you align, connect and inspire your teammates?
- Communicate with influence. Do you have masterful conversations which influence people with speed and clarity?
LI-GSK
LI-Remote
GSKCommercial
The US annual base salary for new hires in this position ranges from $99,000 to $165,000. The US salary ranges take into account a number of factors including work location within the US market, the candidate’s skills, experience, education level and the market rate for the role. In addition, this position offers an annual bonus and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program which is dependent on the level of the role. Available benefits include health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and paid caregiver/parental and medical leave. If salary ranges are not displayed in the job posting for a specific country, the relevant compensation will be discussed during the recruitment process. Please visit GSK US Benefits Summary to learn more about the comprehensive benefits program GSK offers US employees.
Why GSK?
Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.
GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale.
People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.
If you require an accommodation or other assistance to apply for a job at GSK, please contact the appropriate Recruitment Staff by emailing us at - usrecruitment.adjustments@gsk.com
GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law.
Important notice to Employment businesses/ Agencies
GSK does not accept referrals from employment businesses and/or employment agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site. All employment businesses/agencies are required to contact GSK's commercial and general procurement/human resources department to obtain prior written authorization before referring any candidates to GSK. The obtaining of prior written authorization is a condition precedent to any agreement (verbal or written) between the employment business/ agency and GSK. In the absence of such written authorization being obtained any actions undertaken by the employment business/agency shall be deemed to have been performed without the consent or contractual agreement of GSK. GSK shall therefore not be liable for any fees arising from such actions or any fees arising from any referrals by employment businesses/agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site.
Please note that if you are a US Licensed Healthcare Professional or Healthcare Professional as defined by the laws of the state issuing your license, GSK may be required to capture and report expenses GSK incurs, on your behalf, in the event you are afforded an interview for employment. This capture of applicable transfers of value is necessary to ensure GSK’s compliance to all federal and state US Transparency requirements. For more information, please visit the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) website at https://openpaymentsdata.cms.gov/
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Target cap-exempt research positions to skip the H-1B lottery
University-affiliated research centers, teaching hospitals, and nonprofit research institutions can file H-1B petitions year-round without going through the lottery. Look at institutions like Johns Hopkins, Mayo Clinic, MD Anderson, and NIH-funded labs. The salaries are often lower than industry, but you get visa certainty. Once you have H-1B status, you can transfer to a for-profit pharma company later.
Build your O-1 case through publications and conference presentations
If you're a researcher with peer-reviewed publications, start documenting everything now. O-1 visas require evidence of extraordinary ability, and a strong publication record combined with peer reviews, citations, and conference presentations builds a compelling case. You don't need a Nobel Prize. A consistent record of meaningful contributions to your specialty field can qualify. Pharma researchers with 10 or more publications and evidence of their work's impact have a realistic shot.
Get your FPGEC certification if you're a foreign-trained pharmacist
The Foreign Pharmacy Graduate Examination Committee (FPGEC) certification is the first step toward practicing pharmacy in the U.S. Even if you don't plan to work as a dispensing pharmacist, having this credential strengthens your profile for pharmacovigilance and drug safety roles. The process takes time, so start early. It signals to U.S. employers that your qualifications have been validated against American standards.
Focus on regulatory affairs and pharmacovigilance as high-demand specialties
Regulatory affairs specialists and pharmacovigilance professionals are in consistently high demand at pharma companies. These roles require specialized knowledge that's hard to find domestically, which makes the H-1B specialty occupation argument stronger. Certifications like the RAC (Regulatory Affairs Certification) from RAPS add credibility. Companies like IQVIA, Parexel, and PPD actively recruit internationally for these positions.
Use OPT and STEM OPT strategically if you're a recent graduate
If you completed a STEM-eligible degree in the U.S., you get 12 months of OPT plus a 24-month STEM extension for a total of 36 months of work authorization. Use this time to prove your value at a pharma company before they need to file your H-1B. Many pharma employers prefer to sponsor employees who've already been working for them on OPT. This is your audition period, so make it count.
Research employer sponsorship history before applying
Don't waste applications on companies that never sponsor. Check the USCIS H-1B employer data hub and sites like MyVisaJobs to see which pharma companies have a track record of filing H-1B petitions. Pfizer, Merck, AbbVie, Regeneron, and Amgen are consistent sponsors. When you apply, mention your visa status early in the process so you don't invest time in interviews with companies that won't consider sponsorship.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which visa types are most realistic for pharmaceutical jobs in the U.S.?
H-1B visa is the most common path for pharmaceutical roles that require at least a bachelor's degree in a specialty field. Research scientists, regulatory affairs specialists, clinical trial managers, and pharmacologists all qualify well. If you're working at a nonprofit research institution or university-affiliated medical center, your H-1B petition may be cap-exempt, meaning you skip the lottery. O-1 visas work for researchers with a strong track record of publications, patents, or awards. L-1 visa transfers are also common at multinational pharma companies like Novartis and Roche.
Do pharmaceutical companies actually sponsor visas, or is it mostly talk?
Major pharmaceutical companies are among the top H-1B sponsors in the U.S. consistently. Pfizer, Merck, AbbVie, Johnson & Johnson, and Bristol-Myers Squibb all file significant numbers of H-1B petitions each year. Mid-size biotech firms also sponsor, though they tend to be more selective. The key is that pharma roles genuinely require specialized knowledge, which makes the visa petition straightforward to justify. Contract research organizations (CROs) like IQVIA and Parexel also sponsor for clinical and regulatory positions.
Can I get a pharmaceutical job with a foreign pharmacy degree?
A foreign pharmacy degree alone won't let you practice as a pharmacist in the U.S. You'd need to pass the FPGEC certification through NABP, then complete additional requirements depending on the state. However, your pharmaceutical sciences background is valuable for non-dispensing roles like regulatory affairs, pharmacovigilance, medical affairs, and drug safety. These roles often qualify for H-1B sponsorship without requiring U.S. licensure. Many international PharmD holders pivot into these fields successfully.
How to find Pharmaceutical jobs with visa sponsorship?
To find pharmaceutical jobs with visa sponsorship, use Migrate Mate, which specializes in connecting international candidates with sponsoring employers. Focus on major pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms, and research institutions that commonly sponsor H-1B, O-1, and TN visas for roles like clinical research associates, regulatory affairs specialists, drug safety scientists, and pharmaceutical sales representatives.
Is it easier to get sponsored at a large pharma company or a small biotech startup?
Large pharma companies have established immigration legal teams and budget for sponsorship, making the process smoother. They file hundreds of H-1B petitions annually and know exactly how the system works. Small biotech startups can and do sponsor, but they're less predictable. Some startups avoid sponsorship because of the cost and administrative burden. Your best bet is targeting mid-to-large companies with a proven track record of sponsoring, which you can verify on the H-1B employer data hub at USCIS.gov.
What about cap-exempt H-1B positions in pharma research?
Cap-exempt H-1B positions don't go through the annual lottery, which is a massive advantage. These roles exist at nonprofit research organizations, universities, and government research labs. In pharma, this often means positions at university-affiliated research hospitals or institutes like the NIH, MD Anderson, or Memorial Sloan Kettering. Some positions at affiliated research centers of major universities also qualify. The trade-off is that salaries at nonprofit institutions are typically lower than industry, but the visa certainty can be worth it.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Pharmaceutical jobs?
When a U.S. employer sponsors a foreign worker for a work visa, they are legally required to pay at least the "prevailing wage" — the average wage paid to workers in the same occupation, in the same geographic area, with similar experience. This is set by the Department of Labor to prevent employers from hiring foreign workers at below-market rates. The prevailing wage varies significantly by role, location, and experience level — for example, a pharmaceutical in California will have a different prevailing wage than the same role in a smaller state. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search tool.