Sustained
H-1B
H-1B Sustained — Data Science (2020): the AAO concluded that the proffered 'Data Scientist'
Decision Summary
The appeal was sustained because the AAO concluded that the proffered 'Data Scientist' position is a specialty occupation. The AAO found that the specific duties are so specialized and complex that the knowledge required to perform them is usually associated with a bachelor's degree or higher, and the petitioner provided a sufficiently detailed job description to support this.
Criteria Discussed
Specialty Occupation Specialized And Complex Duties Requiring A Degree Beneficiary Qualifications
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