Success Stories: EB-1A and NIW Petitions Approved (Without RFE) for Postdoctoral Researcher in Pennsylvania with 143 Citations in the Field of Molecular Biology
Client’s Testimonial:
“It is such great news! Thank you so much for your help!!! […] You provided me lots of help during my I-140 case preparation and I really appreciate that!”
On June 28th, 2016 and September 2nd, 2016, we received another EB-1A (Alien of Extraordinary Ability) and EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for a Postdoctoral Researcher in the Field of Molecular Biology (Approval Notice).
General Field: Molecular Biology
Position at the Time of Case Filing: Postdoctoral Researcher
Country of Origin: China
Service Center: Nebraska Service Center (NSC)
State of Residence at the Time of Filing: Pennsylvania
Approval Notice Date: June 28th, 2016 (EB-1A) and September 2nd, 2016 (EB-2 NIW)
Processing Time: 161 Days (EB-1A, Premium Processing Requested) and 263 Days (EB-2NIW)
Case Summary:
North America Immigration Law Group (WeGreened.com) filed two I-140 petitions on behalf of a postdoctoral researcher from China and to our delight, the USCIS approved both of them. We filed our client’s petitions under EB-1A (Alien of Extraordinary Ability) and EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver). Overall, the USICS spent 161 days adjudicating our client’s EB-1A petition and 263 days on her EB-2 NIW. It would have taken them far longer to process the former had she not chosen to upgrade her case to Premium Processing several months after filing (PP is a paid option that allows for action to be taken on I-140 petitions within 15 calendar days). We are especially pleased that neither of our client’s petitions were issued a Request for Evidence (RFE)—a testament to our diligent efforts in presenting our client’s credentials in a strong and persuasive manner.
Obtaining petition approval:
As an expert researcher in the field of molecular biology, our client had accomplished much throughout her illustrious career. Both petitions documented her Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, the 143 citations gathered from her work, the 10 published articles to her name, and the 30 times she assessed the work of her peers for scientific periodicals. We also incorporated recommendation letters into her petition packets. These letters were volunteered by other influential molecular biologists, all of whom advocated for the approval of both petitions. This is what one of our client’s recommenders had to say about her: “The need for such a top-performing researcher as [Client] is truly immense, since the inflammatory and autoimmune diseases for which she is offering novel treatment solutions are so rampant.” Alongside these letters stood data on our client’s research projects on discovering the mechanisms behind the regulation of gene expression by transcription factors, in order to improve our understanding of fundamental biological processes such as nitrogen fixation and immune responses. We established that her work addresses some of the US’ most pressing issues in improving agricultural yields and treating conditions that originate at the molecular level, such as cancer and autoimmune diseases. Thankfully, the USCIS agreed with our argument that our client is an asset to the nation and approved both her EB-1A and EB-2 NIW petitions, propelling her one step closer to permanent residence.
The final step:
The final step in the complex green card process involves filing an I-485 application. Once the USCIS approves her application, she will officially become a proud green card holder. We wish our client the best with this step and thank her for choosing our law firm to represent both her I-140 petitions.