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Research Technologist roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as a specialty occupation when tied to a bachelor's degree in life sciences, chemistry, or a directly related field. Many universities and biotech employers sponsor actively, and the H-1B1 visa is an option for Chilean and Singaporean nationals. No lottery applies to cap-exempt research institutions.
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We are seeking a Research Technologist who will perform laboratory tasks and completes routine assays following common or established protocols and procedures.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
- Perform clinical and/or research laboratory experiments by following common protocols independently or with instructions.
- Use basic science knowledge to learn techniques and methods of the lab.
- Gain problem-solving skills through progressive training, understanding of the research, and experience.
- Run lab tests and complete measurements.
- Identify and resolve common problems involved in routine assays.
- Increase skill base and knowledge of lab research and relevant assays.
- Train users in standard equipment operation and routine lab techniques and procedures.
- Set-up experiments based on defined standards.
- Collect project data.
- Prepare, test, and maintain standard laboratory equipment.
- Perform related laboratory maintenance, monitor inventory of supplies, clean equipment.
- Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field.
- Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Some related post-undergraduate work experience.
Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency
- Data Collection and Measurement - Awareness
- Experimental Preparation - Awareness
- Laboratory Equipment Maintenance - Awareness
- Laboratory Techniques and Assays - Awareness
- Laboratory Troubleshooting and Technical Problem Solving - Awareness
- Oral and Written Communications - Awareness
The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.
Classified Title: Research Technologist
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Research Technologist - KSAS (Mind Brain Institute)
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CC
Starting Salary Range: $16.10 - $21.55 - $26.90 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Part-time
Schedule: Monday - Friday, May work some weekends
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: Homewood Campus
Department name: Mind Brain Institute
Personnel area: School of Arts & Sciences
Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University’s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.
Education and Experience Equivalency
Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.
Applicants Completing Studies
Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.
Background Checks
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.
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, or status as a protected veteran.
EEO is the Law
https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
Accommodation Information
If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit: https://accessibility.jhu.edu/.
Vaccine Requirements
Johns Hopkins University requires all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry.
The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.
The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.
INTRODUCTION
We are seeking a Research Technologist who will perform laboratory tasks and completes routine assays following common or established protocols and procedures.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
- Perform clinical and/or research laboratory experiments by following common protocols independently or with instructions.
- Use basic science knowledge to learn techniques and methods of the lab.
- Gain problem-solving skills through progressive training, understanding of the research, and experience.
- Run lab tests and complete measurements.
- Identify and resolve common problems involved in routine assays.
- Increase skill base and knowledge of lab research and relevant assays.
- Train users in standard equipment operation and routine lab techniques and procedures.
- Set-up experiments based on defined standards.
- Collect project data.
- Prepare, test, and maintain standard laboratory equipment.
- Perform related laboratory maintenance, monitor inventory of supplies, clean equipment.
- Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field.
- Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Some related post-undergraduate work experience.
Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency
- Data Collection and Measurement - Awareness
- Experimental Preparation - Awareness
- Laboratory Equipment Maintenance - Awareness
- Laboratory Techniques and Assays - Awareness
- Laboratory Troubleshooting and Technical Problem Solving - Awareness
- Oral and Written Communications - Awareness
The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.
Classified Title: Research Technologist
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Research Technologist - KSAS (Mind Brain Institute)
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CC
Starting Salary Range: $16.10 - $21.55 - $26.90 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Part-time
Schedule: Monday - Friday, May work some weekends
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: Homewood Campus
Department name: Mind Brain Institute
Personnel area: School of Arts & Sciences
Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University’s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.
Education and Experience Equivalency
Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.
Applicants Completing Studies
Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.
Background Checks
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.
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, or status as a protected veteran.
EEO is the Law
https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
Accommodation Information
If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit: https://accessibility.jhu.edu/.
Vaccine Requirements
Johns Hopkins University requires all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry.
The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.
The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.
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Match your degree to the specific subdiscipline
Employers filing an LCA for a Research Technologist must document specialty occupation. A degree in biology supports a molecular biology bench role, but a general science degree paired with a computational research posting invites an RFE. Align your transcript to the lab's stated methodology before applying.
Target cap-exempt employers first
Universities, affiliated research hospitals, and nonprofit research institutions are exempt from the H-1B annual cap and lottery. Applying there means your petition can be filed any time of year, not just during the April registration window, giving you far more scheduling flexibility.
Search verified sponsors on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate lists employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history, searchable by role and location. For Research Technologist positions, this narrows your list to labs and biotech firms that have already navigated the sponsorship process, saving you from cold-applying to employers with no filing track record.
Verify prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the prevailing wage for your location and role. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV wage tiers for your county before you receive an offer, so you can flag any discrepancy early.
Get your foreign transcripts evaluated before interviews
If you completed your degree outside the U.S., USCIS requires a credential evaluation from a NACES-member evaluator to confirm it's equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's. Employers won't file an I-129 petition without it, so having the evaluation ready speeds the offer-to-petition timeline significantly.
Clarify PERM requirements for EB-2 or EB-3 early
Some research employers sponsor green cards alongside H-1B status. For EB-2 or EB-3, the employer must run a PERM labor certification through DOL before filing an I-140. Asking about the lab's green card sponsorship policy during the offer stage lets you plan your long-term immigration timeline accurately.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Research Technologist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, if the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field such as biochemistry, molecular biology, chemistry, or a closely linked discipline. The employer must document in the LCA and I-129 petition that the role normally requires that specific degree. Generalist titles with no defined degree requirement are more vulnerable to USCIS requests for evidence, so the job description's educational requirements matter significantly.
Which visa types are available to Research Technologist candidates seeking sponsorship?
H-1B is the most common path for most nationalities. Australian nationals can use the E-3 visa, which has a 10,500 annual cap that has never been exhausted and requires no lottery. Chilean nationals have access to the H-1B1 visa with a 1,400 annual cap, and Singaporean nationals have an 5,400 cap under H-1B1. J-1 visa trainee or research scholar categories are also used at universities and national labs, though a two-year home-residency requirement may apply.
How do I find Research Technologist employers who actively sponsor visas?
Migrate Mate shows employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for research and laboratory roles, so you can focus your applications on organizations that have already sponsored workers in this occupation. Filtering by city and role helps you identify labs, biotech firms, and academic medical centers with a documented sponsorship track record rather than guessing from job postings.
Does the type of research institution affect my sponsorship options?
Yes. Universities, nonprofit research centers, and government-affiliated labs are cap-exempt for H-1B purposes, meaning they can file petitions year-round without entering the annual lottery. Biotech companies and private labs are cap-subject and must register during the H-1B registration period each spring. If you're early in your job search, targeting cap-exempt institutions reduces scheduling risk and gives you more filing windows.
Can a Research Technologist self-petition for a green card without employer sponsorship?
In limited circumstances, yes. The EB-2 National Interest Waiver allows self-petitioning if you can demonstrate your research has substantial merit and national importance, and that you are well-positioned to advance it. This is a high bar typically reserved for researchers with a strong publication record. Most Research Technologists pursue employer-sponsored EB-2 or EB-3 green cards, which require a PERM labor certification filed by the employer through DOL.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Research Technologist 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.