Dismissed H-1B

H-1B Dismissed โ€” Biotechnology (2016): the petitioner failed to describe the proffered

๐Ÿ“… 2016-07-19 ๐Ÿ‘ค Company ๐Ÿ“‚ Biotechnology

Decision Summary

The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to describe the proffered 'pharmaceutical researcher' position with sufficient detail to establish that its duties require a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty. The job duties were described in abstract terms, and the petitioner did not provide evidence of the necessary licenses to conduct the claimed laboratory experiments, casting doubt on the availability of specialty occupation work.

Criteria Discussed

Normal Degree Requirement For Position Industry Standard Degree Requirement Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties
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