Syneos Health OPT Eligible Jobs USA
Syneos Health hires OPT students across clinical research, biostatistics, regulatory affairs, and data science roles. As a global contract research organization, it offers a structured path from OPT employment to H-1B visa sponsorship, making it a compelling target for F-1 students in life sciences and healthcare.
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INTRODUCTION
Syneos Health® is a leading fully-integrated life sciences services organization built to accelerate customer success. We partner with innovators at every point across the drug development and commercialization continuum, helping them navigate complexity, anticipate change and accelerate progress.
Our Clinical Solutions team members act with a drug development mindset, applying their years of experience and deep expertise to truly understand customer needs and represent those in the solutions we shape.
Whether you join us in a Functional Service Provider partnership or a Full-Service environment, you’ll collaborate with passionate problem solvers, innovating as a team to help our customers achieve their goals. We are agile and driven to deliver – for one another, our customers, and, most importantly, for those in need.
Discover what your 25,000 future colleagues already know:
Why Syneos Health
- We are passionate about developing our people, through career development and progression; supportive and engaged line management; technical and therapeutic area training; peer recognition and total rewards program.
- We are committed to building an inclusive culture – where you can authentically be yourself. Central to this is our purpose – Driven to Deliver – which captures the passion of our colleagues to show up each day and shape solutions that have the ability to dramatically impact someone’s life.
- We are continuously building the company we all want to work for and our customers want to work with. Why? Because we know that when we bring together smart colleagues from across the world, we can shape the future of healthcare, driving impact for customers and defining the pace of patient progress.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs site qualification, site initiation, interim monitoring, site management activities and close-out visits (performed on-site or remotely) ensuring regulatory, ICH-GCP and/or Good Pharmacoepidemiology Practice (GPP) and protocol compliance. Uses judgment and experience to evaluate overall performance of site and site staff and to provide recommendations regarding site-specific actions; immediately communicates/escalates serious issues to the project team and develops action plans. Maintains a working knowledge of ICH/GCP Guidelines or other applicable guidance, relevant regulations, and company SOPs/processes.
- Verifies the process of obtaining informed consent has been adequately performed and documented for each subject/patient, as required/appropriate. Demonstrates diligence in protecting the confidentiality of each subject/patient. Assesses factors that might affect subject/patient’s safety and clinical data integrity at an investigator/physician site such as protocol deviation/violations and pharmacovigilance issues.
- Per the Clinical Monitoring/Site Management Plan (CMP/SMP): Assesses site processes. Conducts Source Document Review of appropriate site source documents and medical records. Verifies required clinical data entered in the case report form (CRF) is accurate and complete. Applies query resolution techniques remotely and on site, and provides guidance to site staff as necessary, driving query resolution to closure within agreed timelines. Utilizes available hardware and software to support the effective conduct of the clinical study data review and capture. Verifies site compliance with electronic data capture requirements.
- May perform investigational product (IP) inventory, reconciliation and reviews storage and security. Verifies the IP has been dispensed and administered to subjects/patients according to the protocol. Verifies issues or risks associated with blinded or randomized information related to IP. Applies knowledge of GCP/local regulations and organizational procedures to ensure IP is appropriately (re)labelled, imported and released/returned.
- Routinely reviews the Investigator Site File (ISF) for accuracy, timeliness and completeness. Reconciles contents of the ISF with the Trial Master File (TMF). Ensures the investigator/physician site is aware of the requirement of archiving essential documents in accordance with local guidelines and regulations.
- Documents activities via confirmation letters, follow-up letters, trip reports, communication logs, and other required project documents as per SOPs and Clinical Monitoring Plan/Site Management Plan. Supports subject/patient recruitment, retention and awareness strategies. Enters data into tracking systems as required to track all observations, ongoing status and assigned action items to resolution.
- For assigned activities, understands project scope, budgets, and timelines; manages site-level activities / communication to ensure project objectives, deliverables and timelines are met. Must be able to quickly adapt to changing priorities to achieve goals / targets.
- May act as primary liaison with study site personnel, or in collaboration with Central Monitoring Associate. Ensures all assigned sites and project-specific site team members are trained and compliant with applicable requirements.
- Prepares for and attends Investigator Meetings and/or sponsor face to face meetings. Participates in global clinical monitoring/project staff meetings (inclusive of Sponsor representation, as applicable) and attends clinical training sessions according to the project specific requirements.
- Provides guidance at the site and project level towards audit readiness standards and supports preparation for audit and required follow-up actions.
- Maintains a working knowledge of ICH/GCP Guidelines or other applicable guidance, relevant regulations, and company SOPs/processes; completes assigned training as required. For Real World Late Phase, the CRA II will use the business card title of Site Management Associate II. Additional responsibilities include: Site support throughout the study lifecycle from site identification through close-out. Knowledge of local requirements for real world late phase study designs. Chart abstraction activities and data collection.
- Collaboration with Sponsor affiliates, medical science liaisons and local country staff. The SMA II may be requested to train junior staff. Identify and communicate out of scope activities to Lead CRA/Project Manager. Proactively suggest potential sites based on local knowledge of treatment patterns, patient advocacy and Health Care Provider (HCP) associations.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree or RN in a related field or equivalent combination of education, training and experience
- Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice/ICH Guidelines and other applicable regulatory requirements
- Must demonstrate good computer skills and be able to embrace new technologies
- Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage required travel of up to 75% on a regular basis
- US ONLY: As part of your employment with Syneos Health, you may be deployed to Sites that require certain medical and other personal information to gain facility access. Pursuant to our Employee Privacy Notice, Syneos Health can provide the Sites with the information necessary for you to gain such access. Further, a Site may ask you for additional information beyond that which Syneos Health has in its possession. You are required to comply with any such Site requests as a condition of your employment with Syneos Health. Please note that failure to provide requested information may result in a Site barring you from entry, which could put your ongoing employment at risk.
At Syneos Health, we believe in providing an environment and culture in which Our People can thrive, develop and advance. We reward and recognize our people by providing valuable benefits and a quality-of-life balance. The benefits for this position may include a company car or car allowance, Health benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision, Company match 401k, eligibility to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Eligibility to earn commissions/bonus based on company and individual performance, and flexible paid time off (PTO) and sick time. Because certain states and municipalities have regulated paid sick time requirements, eligibility for paid sick time may vary depending on where you work. Syneos complies with all applicable federal, state, and municipal paid sick time requirements.
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $70,100.00 - $126,100.00
The base salary range represents the anticipated low and high of the Syneos Health range for this position. Actual salary will vary based on various factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.
GET TO KNOW SYNEOS HEALTH
Over the past 5 years, we have worked with 94% of all Novel FDA Approved Drugs, 95% of EMA Authorized Products and over 200 Studies across 73,000 Sites and 675,000+ Trial patients.
No matter what your role is, you’ll take the initiative and challenge the status quo with us in a highly competitive and ever-changing environment. Learn more about Syneos Health.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Tasks, duties, and responsibilities as listed in this job description are not exhaustive. The Company, at its sole discretion and with no prior notice, may assign other tasks, duties, and job responsibilities. Equivalent experience, skills, and/or education will also be considered so qualifications of incumbents may differ from those listed in the Job Description. The Company, at its sole discretion, will determine what constitutes as equivalent to the qualifications described above. Further, nothing contained herein should be construed to create an employment contract. Occasionally, required skills/experiences for jobs are expressed in brief terms. Any language contained herein is intended to fully comply with all obligations imposed by the legislation of each country in which it operates, including the implementation of the EU Equality Directive, in relation to the recruitment and employment of its employees. The Company is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, including the provision of reasonable accommodations, when appropriate, to assist employees or applicants to perform the essential functions of the job.
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Align your degree to CRO-specific roles
Syneos Health prioritizes candidates whose degree field directly matches the role, not just the industry. Map your major to job titles like Clinical Data Associate or Biostatistics Analyst using O*NET occupation profiles before you apply.
Verify E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Your 24-month STEM OPT extension requires your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify. Confirm Syneos Health's enrollment status during the offer stage, not after you've already given notice to a previous employer or let your standard OPT window shrink.
Target contract research roles with recurring headcount
Syneos Health's project-based model means certain functions, like clinical operations and pharmacovigilance, hire in cohorts tied to trial timelines. Applying when a new Phase II or Phase III trial ramps up increases your odds of landing a full OPT cycle before H-1B sponsorship discussions begin.
Benchmark your salary against DOL prevailing wage data
Before negotiating your offer, use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your role and work location. Accepting a salary below the DOL threshold can create complications when Syneos Health later files your H-1B Labor Condition Application.
Search Syneos Health's OPT hiring history on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to review Syneos Health's verified visa filing history by job title and office location. This shows which teams have sponsored international employees before, helping you target your application to departments with an established pattern of supporting the OPT-to-H-1B transition.
Raise H-1B sponsorship timing early in your offer negotiation
USCIS requires H-1B petitions to be filed months before your OPT expires. Ask your recruiter or HR contact directly whether Syneos Health sponsors H-1B for your role category so you can plan around the April registration window without surprises late in your OPT period.
Syneos Health OPT Eligibility: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Syneos Health sponsor OPT visas?
Syneos Health hires F-1 students who already hold an OPT EAD issued by USCIS. Employers don't petition or sponsor OPT directly. What matters is whether Syneos Health is enrolled in E-Verify, which is required if you plan to use the 24-month STEM OPT extension after your standard 12-month authorization.
Which departments at Syneos Health typically hire OPT students?
Clinical operations, biostatistics, data management, regulatory affairs, and pharmacovigilance are the functions at Syneos Health most likely to hire OPT students. These roles align closely with life sciences and public health degrees, which are common among F-1 candidates in the contract research organization space.
How do I confirm Syneos Health will support my STEM OPT extension?
Before signing your offer, confirm directly with HR that Syneos Health is enrolled in E-Verify. You'll also need your DSO to recommend the extension in SEVIS and file Form I-765 with USCIS before your current OPT EAD expires. The 24-month extension is not automatic and requires both your action and employer enrollment.
How do I find Syneos Health job listings that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate filters Syneos Health's open roles by visa type and filing history, so you can see which positions have supported international candidates in the past. You can also search Syneos Health's careers page directly and filter by location, function, or role level to narrow down active openings relevant to your OPT status.
Does Syneos Health sponsor H-1B after OPT?
Syneos Health has sponsored H-1B visas across scientific and clinical functions, making it a realistic path for OPT employees who want to transition to long-term status. Sponsorship decisions are role-specific and not guaranteed, so raise the question during offer negotiations rather than waiting until your OPT period is nearly exhausted.
How does Syneos Health hire OPT students?
OPT is work authorization granted directly to F-1 students after graduation — no employer petition is required. Syneos Health can hire OPT students as soon as their EAD card is approved. STEM degree holders can extend OPT by 24 months when their employer is enrolled in E-Verify. Most companies that hire OPT students also support the transition to H-1B when the student's OPT period is ending. Check Syneos Health's individual postings on Migrate Mate to confirm OPT acceptance per role.