Question 1

Does Research Triangle Institute sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Research Triangle Institute has filed 6 PERM labor certification applications with the Department of Labor, with 6 certified. The median processing time from filing to decision has been 459 days.

Question 2

What is the current PERM processing time?

Accepted Answer

The DOL processing time from PERM filing to decision typically ranges from 6 to 18 months. This does not include the prevailing wage determination (1–6 months) or the recruitment period (2–3 months) that happen before filing. For Research Triangle Institute, the median processing time from filing to decision has been 459 days. See the processing time chart above for year-over-year trends.

Question 3

How long does it take to get a green card through Research Triangle Institute?

Accepted Answer

The full employer-sponsored green card timeline depends on three stages: PERM labor certification (6–18 months), I-140 petition with USCIS (4–6 months, or 15 days with premium processing), and adjustment of status or consular processing. For applicants from countries with visa backlogs like India and China, the wait for a visa number after I-140 approval can add years. The total process from start to green card typically takes 1–5+ years.

Question 4

What triggers a PERM audit?

Accepted Answer

The DOL may audit a PERM application if certain risk factors are present: layoffs within 6 months of filing, the foreign worker having an ownership interest in the company, job requirements that exceed the norm for the occupation, foreign language requirements, or combination occupations. An audit requires additional documentation but does not mean the case will be denied.

Question 5

What is Research Triangle Institute's PERM approval rate?

Accepted Answer

Research Triangle Institute has a 100% PERM approval rate across 6 total applications (6 certified, 0 denied, 0 withdrawn). The national average PERM approval rate is approximately 85%. Note that withdrawn cases are not counted in the approval rate calculation.

Year	Filings	Certified	Denied	Withdrawn	Median Processing Days
2024	3	3	0	0	465
2023	3	3	0	0	431

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Decision	Days	Status
Chemist 1 G-100-24177-145877	$51,142	Durham, NC	Jun 25, 2024	Sep 25, 2025	457	Certified
Research Survey Methodologist I G-100-24173-138207	$96,293	Durham, NC	Jun 21, 2024	Sep 25, 2025	461	Certified
Research Economist G-100-24059-756683	$110,000	Durham, NC	Feb 28, 2024	Jun 18, 2025	476	Certified
Health Outcomes Scientist 2 G-100-23293-445582	$55,000	Durham, NC	Oct 20, 2023	Feb 20, 2025	489	Certified - Expired
MERLA Specialist G-100-23202-207035	$76,819	Durham, NC	Jul 21, 2023	Sep 17, 2024	424	Certified
Research Chemist A-23068-10743	$84,000	Durham, NC	Mar 20, 2023	Apr 2, 2024	379	Certified-Expired

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