Success Story: NIW Success in Geotechnical Engineering! Chinese Postdoctoral Researcher Approved Without RFE

Client’s Testimonial:

“We are delighted our case is approved! Thank you all for your efforts!”

On May 12^th, 2025, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for an Associate Professor in the Field of Geotechnical Engineering (Approval Notice).

General Field: Geotechnical Engineering

Position at the Time of Case Filing: Postdoctoral Researcher

Country of Origin: China

Country of Residence at the Time of Filing: China

Approval Notice Date: May 12^th, 2025

Processing Time: 1 year, 4 months, 16 days

Case Summary:

At North America Immigration Law Group, we are delighted to announce the successful approval of an I-140 National Interest Waiver (NIW) petition for a Ph.D. holder in civil engineering. The petition was approved after 16 months and 16 days without receiving any RFE, recognizing their critical work in geotechnical engineering, specifically in characterizing construction support fluids and their influence on excavation front stability.

Our client’s research focuses on improving the understanding of fluid-soil interactions and optimizing engineering design parameters to enhance the safety and durability of infrastructure. Their work is directly applicable to various aspects of construction, contributing to safer and more robust built structures within communities. Currently, the client plans to continue their research as an assistant professor at a U.S. institution, exploring the use of digital twin models in mechanized tunneling and publishing original geotechnical engineering research.

To bolster the NIW petition, we presented compelling evidence highlighting the researcher’s significant contributions:

● A robust publication record, including 13 peer-reviewed journal articles (7 of them first-authored), 1 first-authored peer-reviewed conference article, and 1 first-authored conference abstract.

● A strong citation count of 108, indicating widespread recognition and reliance on their research by peers globally.

● Significant peer review contributions for authoritative journals in the field, with at least 24 reviews completed, underscore their standing as a respected expert.

The petition was further strengthened by 2 compelling letters of recommendation from distinguished experts in the field of geotechnical engineering, who attested to the scientist’s achievements and the national importance of their ongoing work. One recommender noted:

“As a talented geotechnical engineer devoting his efforts to the study of tunneling techniques, ground movement, and fluid mechanics in tunnel construction, [Client] is performing work of significant benefit. His accomplishments and his record of service both testify to his place at the top of his field, and I support his continued research without reservation.”

We are incredibly proud to have supported this exceptional scientist and anticipate their continued valuable contributions to infrastructure safety and the advancement of engineering practices in the United States.

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