Sustained
H-1B
H-1B Sustained โ Biotechnology (2020): the AAO found that the petitioner successfully established
Decision Summary
The appeal was sustained because the AAO found that the petitioner successfully established the proffered position of 'pharma biotechnology associate' qualifies as a specialty occupation. The record demonstrated that the position's duties are sufficiently complex to require a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty, and the beneficiary was academically qualified for the role.
Criteria Discussed
Specialty Occupation Beneficiary Qualifications Labor Condition Application
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