H-1B Sustained — Medical Research: the director denied the petition because the proffered

Decision Summary

The director denied the petition because the proffered 'medical researcher' position did not qualify as a specialty occupation. The AAO sustained the appeal, finding that while a specific degree is not the normal minimum requirement, the duties of preparing medical seminar materials and verifying scientific data are so specialized and complex that they require knowledge associated with a bachelor's degree, thus qualifying the position.

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