u/dragonfly2112

I am working in quantum computing industry and contribute heavily towards one of world known softwares in the field. I have a Ph.D in chemistry, 9 publications(2 first authors), 105 citations and have reviewed 10 papers in the field. I filled up the profile evaluation for EB1a for both Ellis Porter and Chen. Ellis Porter says my profile is viable while chen says I should apply for NIW and wait till my profile gets stronger for EB1a. I am now confused if I should proceed with EB1a right now or just lock the date with NIW for now and wait for my profile to build up. I am from India so even if I apply now, it will be a few years before I get my green card. I will appreciate any suggestions.

I am working in quantum computing industry and contribute heavily towards one of world known softwares in the field. I have a Ph.D in chemistry, 9 publications(2 first authors), 105 citations and have reviewed 10 papers in the field. I filled up the profile evaluation for EB1a for both Ellis Porter and Chen. Ellis Porter says my profile is viable while chen says I should apply for NIW and wait till my profile gets stronger for EB1a. I am now confused if I should proceed with EB1a right now or just lock the date with NIW for now and wait for my profile to build up. I am from India so even if I apply now, it will be a few years before I get my green card. I will appreciate any suggestions.