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Lead Specialist, QA Validation
Elevatebio Technologies INC · 🇺🇸 Waltham, Massachusetts, United States
Sponsorship verdict
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One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 11 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 1 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Elevatebio Technologies INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles3 certified filings for “QC Specialist I, Analytics (00101066)” (Industrial Engineers) in MA: $103k–$150k, median $150k. Most were filed at wage level IV (67%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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The US Department of Labor certified 11 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 1 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
ElevateBio is a technology-driven company powering the industry forward by helping partners realize the potential of their therapies from design to commercialization. We have integrated a differentiated set of technologies, end-to-end services, and industry-leading manufacturing expertise to develop advanced therapies faster and more efficiently. The Role: ElevateBio is looking for a Lead QAV Specialist to provide QA oversight for the BaseCamp Waltham Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation activities. In this role the Lead will be responsible for managing cGMP compliance from a Quality Assurance prospective of validation master plans, project validation plans, facility commissioning/qualification, utility commissioning/qualification, process equipment qualification, and lab equipment and instrument qualification. In addition, this position will support all risk assessments, technical reports, change controls, deviations and CAPAs related to commissioning, qualification, and validation activities. The candidate will contribute to team based collaborative environment promoting commitment to continuous improvement and achievement of goals within the QAV group. Here’s What You’ll Do: • Leads QA partnership for operational activities for Engineering groups (i.e. commissioning, qualification, and validation activities to the GMP manufacturing facility and quality control laboratories). Recognized as quality expert for these programs and acts as direct escalation pathway for teams. • Leads QA oversight of quality events for ongoing validation and engineering operations (equipment upgrades, deviations, and related CAPAs). Scope inclusive of manufacturing process equipment, utilities, automation, computer systems, validation, and laboratory instruments. • Independently evaluates CQV change controls by authoring impact assessments and provides QA support and approval for associated CQV activities. • Leads QA oversight for CMMS, collaborates with Engineering and Lab and Site Services to evaluate Quality impact for database modification requests. • Liaise with project teams to develop project schedules, escalate issues, track milestones, and ensure adherence to program timelines. • Potential to provide administration support for Kneat electronic validation system. • Leads QA oversight and support for periodic review and requalification activities. • Manage team of QAV personnel including both FTE and contractor resources • QA SME for Equipment Relocation program, supports all relocation activities that arise due to ongoing manufacturing needs. Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of related experience; or Master’s degree with at least 3 years of related experience; or a PhD with up to 1 year of related experience. • Strong knowledge of 21 CFR, ICH, EU regulations • Prior experience in Cell and Gene Therapy manufacturing a plus. • Prior management experience a plus. • Experience in new facility commissioning and qualification preferred. • Experience with Blue Mountain CMMS system desired. • Strong technical writing skills and proficiency in various computer programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Kneat, Veeva, Blue Mountain CMMS) • Possess a flexible approach to problem solving, be an adept negotiator and apply risk-based decisions. • A team player, who listens effectively and invites response and discussion. • A collaborator who communicates in an open, clear, complete, timely and consistent manner. Physical and Environment Requirements: • Ability to stand, walk, bend and stretch for extended period of time • Ability to lift 15-20 lbs • Ability to push, pull, bend, kneel, twist and climb step ladders while wearing PPE. • Ability to perform routine repetitive motions with use of arms, wrists and h