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Clinical Research Assistant roles at U.S. universities, hospitals, and contract research organizations regularly qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process. Employers document that no qualified U.S. worker is available before filing your I-140 petition, putting you on a path to permanent residency rather than a temporary work authorization cycle.
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The application window will be open until at least August 14, 2026. This opportunity will remain online based on business needs which may be before or after the specified date.
In accordance with Washington state law, we are highlighting our comprehensive benefits package, which is available to all eligible US based employees. Benefits for this role include:
- Health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance
- Retirement Benefits: 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off: 20 days of vacation per year, accruing at a rate of 6.15 hours per pay period for the first five years of employment
- Sick Time: 40 hours/year (increased to 69 hours/year for Seattle) including 5 discretionary sick days per instance
- Maternity Leave (Short-Term Disability + Baby Bonding): 28-30 weeks
- Baby Bonding Leave: 18 weeks
- Holidays: 13 paid days per year
Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Mountain View, CA, USA; Boulder, CO, USA; New York, NY, USA; Seattle, WA, USA.
ABOUT THE JOB
NotebookLM (now Gemini Notebook) is transforming how people learn, create, and make sense of complex information. We are dedicated to turning language models into impactful, real-world tools that augment human intellect. As a Staff User Experience (UX) Researcher, you will act as a player-coach in a highly ambiguous, fast-moving environment. You will be a core member of the team working alongside Product Managers, Designers, and Engineers to drive the product roadmap. You will have the opportunity to impact all stages of product development by conducting foundational research to define long-term goals, executing evaluative research plans, and overseeing feature rollouts. Labs is a group focused on incubating early-stage efforts in support of Google’s mission to organize the world’s information and make it universally accessible and useful. Our team exists to help discover and create new ways to advance our core products through exploration and the application of new technologies. We work to build new solutions that have the potential to transform how users interact with Google. Our goal is to drive innovation by developing new Google products and capabilities that deliver significant impact over longer timeframes. Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
US: $188000 - $274000 (USD) + 20% bonus target + equity + benefits
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 8 years of experience in an applied research setting, or similar.
- Experience with mixed-methods research, including surveys, interviewing, and data analysis.
- Experience with experimental statistics and quantitative data analysis.
- Experience conducting research across all stages of the product development lifecycle.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree or PhD in Human-Computer Interaction, Cognitive Science, Statistics, Psychology, Anthropology, or a related field.
- 7 years of experience working with executive leadership (e.g., Director level and above).
- 5 years of experience managing projects, and working in a large, matrixed organization.
- Experience with Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning technologies.
- Experience working in startup environments or scaling nascent products.
Responsibilities
- Partner closely with Gemini Notebook leads, Product Management, UX Design, and Engineering across the product lifecycle.
- Own and drive research roadmaps with multi-phase projects across tactical efforts.
- Design, plan, and execute mixed-methods research, including surveys, concept testing, and experimental statistics.
- Synthesize qualitative and quantitative data to answer product questions and shape the direction of new user experiences.
- Advocate for research findings to audiences and cross-functional stakeholders, including executives.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.
INTRODUCTION
The application window will be open until at least August 14, 2026. This opportunity will remain online based on business needs which may be before or after the specified date.
In accordance with Washington state law, we are highlighting our comprehensive benefits package, which is available to all eligible US based employees. Benefits for this role include:
- Health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance
- Retirement Benefits: 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off: 20 days of vacation per year, accruing at a rate of 6.15 hours per pay period for the first five years of employment
- Sick Time: 40 hours/year (increased to 69 hours/year for Seattle) including 5 discretionary sick days per instance
- Maternity Leave (Short-Term Disability + Baby Bonding): 28-30 weeks
- Baby Bonding Leave: 18 weeks
- Holidays: 13 paid days per year
Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Mountain View, CA, USA; Boulder, CO, USA; New York, NY, USA; Seattle, WA, USA.
ABOUT THE JOB
NotebookLM (now Gemini Notebook) is transforming how people learn, create, and make sense of complex information. We are dedicated to turning language models into impactful, real-world tools that augment human intellect. As a Staff User Experience (UX) Researcher, you will act as a player-coach in a highly ambiguous, fast-moving environment. You will be a core member of the team working alongside Product Managers, Designers, and Engineers to drive the product roadmap. You will have the opportunity to impact all stages of product development by conducting foundational research to define long-term goals, executing evaluative research plans, and overseeing feature rollouts. Labs is a group focused on incubating early-stage efforts in support of Google’s mission to organize the world’s information and make it universally accessible and useful. Our team exists to help discover and create new ways to advance our core products through exploration and the application of new technologies. We work to build new solutions that have the potential to transform how users interact with Google. Our goal is to drive innovation by developing new Google products and capabilities that deliver significant impact over longer timeframes. Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
US: $188000 - $274000 (USD) + 20% bonus target + equity + benefits
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 8 years of experience in an applied research setting, or similar.
- Experience with mixed-methods research, including surveys, interviewing, and data analysis.
- Experience with experimental statistics and quantitative data analysis.
- Experience conducting research across all stages of the product development lifecycle.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree or PhD in Human-Computer Interaction, Cognitive Science, Statistics, Psychology, Anthropology, or a related field.
- 7 years of experience working with executive leadership (e.g., Director level and above).
- 5 years of experience managing projects, and working in a large, matrixed organization.
- Experience with Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning technologies.
- Experience working in startup environments or scaling nascent products.
Responsibilities
- Partner closely with Gemini Notebook leads, Product Management, UX Design, and Engineering across the product lifecycle.
- Own and drive research roadmaps with multi-phase projects across tactical efforts.
- Design, plan, and execute mixed-methods research, including surveys, concept testing, and experimental statistics.
- Synthesize qualitative and quantitative data to answer product questions and shape the direction of new user experiences.
- Advocate for research findings to audiences and cross-functional stakeholders, including executives.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Clinical Research Assistant
Align your credentials to PERM requirements
PERM requires your employer to define the minimum education and experience for the role before filing. Get your foreign degree evaluated by a NACES-accredited credential evaluator so it maps cleanly to the U.S. bachelor's or master's requirement listed on the labor certification.
Target employers with active IRB protocols
Institutions running active Institutional Review Board-approved studies need staff who can start immediately, which makes them more willing to begin PERM sponsorship early. Academic medical centers, NIH-funded research labs, and contract research organizations are the most consistent sponsors for this title.
Verify the prevailing wage before your offer letter
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your geographic area and experience level. Look up the wage yourself using the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating, so your offered salary doesn't fall below the threshold and stall the PERM filing.
Distinguish EB-2 from EB-3 eligibility early
If your role requires only a bachelor's degree, it typically falls under EB-3. If you hold a master's or the position requires an advanced degree, your employer may petition under EB-2, which can reduce priority date wait times for some nationalities. Confirm the correct category before PERM begins.
Search for sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Filter by Clinical Research Assistant roles with verified green card sponsorship history. Migrate Mate surfaces employers who have filed PERM applications for this exact job title, saving you from applying to organizations that sponsor only temporary work visas.
Request a concurrent I-485 filing when your priority date is current
If your country's priority date is current at the time your I-140 is approved, ask your employer's attorney to file your I-485 adjustment of status concurrently. This lets you apply for an Employment Authorization Document while the green card is pending, protecting your ability to work.
Green Card Clinical Research Assistant: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Clinical Research Assistant roles typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Clinical Research Assistant positions qualify under EB-3, since they generally require a bachelor's degree in a life sciences or health-related field. If the role specifically requires an advanced degree or if you hold a master's and the employer can justify that requirement in the PERM job description, EB-2 sponsorship is possible. Your employer's attorney determines the correct category before the labor certification is filed with DOL.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Green card sponsorship through PERM and an I-140 petition leads to permanent residency, not a temporary status that expires or depends on an annual lottery. EB-3 has no annual cap on petitions filed, though per-country visa quotas can create wait times for applicants from India or China. H-1B visa status is capped at 85,000 new slots annually and requires lottery selection, making PERM sponsorship a more reliable long-term path for many Clinical Research Assistants.
What documents should I prepare before asking an employer to sponsor my green card?
Gather a NACES-accredited evaluation of your foreign degree, any relevant certifications such as CITI training or clinical research coordinator credentials, and documentation of prior research experience with clear dates and duties. PERM requires the employer to define exact minimum qualifications, so your credentials need to match the job description precisely. Gaps or mismatches between your background and the posted requirements can delay or complicate the labor certification.
Where can I find Clinical Research Assistant jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for Clinical Research Assistant roles where employers have a documented history of filing PERM labor certifications for this job title. That's a more reliable signal of sponsorship willingness than a generic 'visa sponsorship available' checkbox, which often refers only to H-1B. Filtering by PERM history helps you focus your applications on employers who have already committed to the full green card process.
How long does the PERM and green card process take for a Clinical Research Assistant role?
The PERM labor certification currently takes several months to over a year depending on whether DOL audits the application. Once PERM is approved, your employer files the I-140 petition with USCIS, which adds several more months under standard processing. For applicants from countries without significant visa backlogs, adjustment of status or consular processing can follow relatively quickly after I-140 approval. Indian and Chinese nationals face longer waits due to per-country annual limits on green card issuance.