Sustained
H-1B
H-1B Sustained โ Data Science (2020): the AAO found that the petitioner successfully established
Decision Summary
The appeal was sustained because the AAO found that the petitioner successfully established that the proffered position of data scientist qualifies as a specialty occupation. The AAO determined that the totality of the record, including a detailed job description, demonstrated that the specific duties are so specialized and complex that they require knowledge usually associated with a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific specialty.
Criteria Discussed
Specialty Occupation Specialized And Complex Duties Bachelor'S Degree Requirement
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