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Healthcare Epidemiologist

Public Health · China · 2023-01-17

Processing Time
63 days
Decision Date
2023-01-17
Location
Nebraska
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to utilize epidemiology and disease surveillance techniques to develop and improve infectious disease surveillance systems for enhanced responses to disease outbreaks. The work focuses on evaluating the effectiveness of control and preventative health measures while identifying high-risk populations or areas to target interventions.

Framework Evaluation

3 of 3 criteria met
1 Substantial Merit and National Importance Met

The endeavor addresses critical gaps in the nation's ability to respond to infectious diseases like COVID-19 and was supported by federal funding.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner has 12 years of experience, a record of published research, and has served as a peer reviewer for industry journals.

3 Waiver of Job Offer and Labor Certification Met

On balance, the petitioner’s contributions to public health and disease surveillance justify a waiver of the job offer requirement.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's 12 years of expertise, 7 peer-reviewed journal articles, and 34 citations demonstrating recognition in the field. Additionally, the petitioner completed 8 peer reviews for authoritative journals and received funding from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH).

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Grants
Judging Experience
Original Contributions
Government Alignment

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A approved EB-2 NIW (I-140) petition means USCIS determined the petitioner met the eligibility requirements. For appealed cases, "sustained" means the appeal reversed a prior denial. The petitioner can proceed to the next step in the immigration process.

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At a Glance

Outcome approved
Processing 63 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 6

EB-2 (NIW) Case Data

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Total Cases 3,813
Success Rate 53.7%
Sustained 2,046
Dismissed 1,671

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