Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Epidemiology (2021): did not establish they were well-positioned to advance the
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish they were well-positioned to advance the proposed endeavor, the second prong of the Dhanasar framework. The petitioner submitted evidence on appeal related to employment that began after the petition was filed, but eligibility must be established at the time of filing. This new evidence could not be considered to overcome the Director's initial findings.
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Substantial Merit And National Importance Well Positioned To Advance The Proposed Endeavor Beneficial To The U.S. To Waive The Job Offer
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