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Clinical Research Specialist green card sponsorship follows the EB-2 or EB-3 employment-based path, requiring PERM labor certification before your employer files an I-140 petition. Sponsors in clinical trials, CROs, and academic medical centers regularly run PERM recruitment for this role, leading to lawful permanent residency rather than a temporary work status.
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Get Access To All JobsPRIMARY CITY/STATE:
Gilbert, Arizona
DEPARTMENT NAME:
BMDACC Gateway Oncology-Rsrch
WORK SHIFT:
Day
JOB CATEGORY:
Research
Nursing careers are better at Banner Health. We are committed to developing the careers of our team members. We care about you, your nursing career today and your future. If you’re looking to leverage your abilities – apply today.
The Research Nurse will provide primary support to GI, but may include assignments with pulmonology, cardiology, or other service lines that may conduct research. Key responsibilities include screening potential study participants through the Electronic Medical Record (EMR), facilitating the informed consent process, and collaborating with Principal Investigators to coordinate research protocol procedures and activities. The RN will also manage biosample processing and shipment to central laboratories, maintain accurate research data entry, serve as a liaison between clinical trial sponsors and the research team, and ensure coordination with regulatory requirements to support successful study execution.
SCHEDULE:
This position operates Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with occasional weekend rotation as needed. Weekend coverage is required to support Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix's current cardiovascular study, which may involve procedures or follow-up testing scheduled on Saturdays or Sundays. Weekend shifts are task-based and limited to the time necessary to complete required study activities, rather than full shift coverage.
If you are a New Graduate Nurse with less than 12 months of experience, please visit the main job search page and under the Job Type filter, select New Nurse Experience.
Banner Alzheimer's Institute (BAI) was established in 2006 as Banner Health's first Center of Excellence. Banner Sun Health Research Institute (BSHRI) was founded in 1986. Our team is uniquely, passionately, and strategically committed to ending Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative disorders without losing another generation, advancing oncology research to improve cancer prevention and treatment outcomes, and providing an unparalleled model of care for families facing these devastating diseases. Banner Research is committed to improving people's lives through comprehensive patient care and advances that capitalize on the best biomedical research. We intend to make a transformational difference in Alzheimer's disease, other neurodegenerative disorders, and oncology research and care.
Position Summary
This position provides coordination of investigational and research protocols. Coordinates operational aspects of research projects including project preparation, subject recruitment, protocol execution, data collection, and coordination and database entry.
CORE FUNCTIONS
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Promotes research study initiation and review. Acts as the project representative and professional resource for coordination of staff, sponsors, research institutions, contract research organizations, regulatory agencies, and involved institutional departments. Reads and evaluates clinical research protocols. Attends departmental, committee, and sponsor meetings for the purpose of gathering new or revised information concerning existing or potential clinical research projects.
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Ensures that the clinical research staff and/or students conduct the clinical aspects of the projects appropriately and adhere to the clinical trial schedule, which may include: maintaining, dispensing and recording drug and medical device supplies according to regulations; assisting in obtaining informed consent from project participants; assisting in the development and implementation of case report forms; instructing volunteers on protocol requirements and explaining procedures and consent forms; performing research patient registration; ensuring that clinical research staff conduct the clinical aspects of the projects appropriately and adhere to the schedule of the clinical trials; serving as an advocate for the research participant, assisting them through the research process; and/or, performing other related activities.
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Develops and maintains regulatory and legal documents per guidelines and regulations of the research/study sponsor and the participating institution per IRB, FDA, PHA and other applicable regulatory agencies. Assists in annual reporting to Federal agencies as required.
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Performs accurate data collection and reporting according to protocol requirements and completes applicable forms and/or other required reports in a timely manner. Facilitates and conducts site reviews with sponsors and other related agencies for the purpose of evaluating the accuracy and quality of the collected data. Develops and implements patient tracking and follow-up systems. Coordinates with participating physicians offices and staff for patient follow-up.
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Assists in educating patients about research studies and in obtaining informed consent from project participants. Develops and maintains educational tools, educates research team members and assists staff in the conduct of the investigational therapy. Performs medical record reviews. Assists with patient recruitment, screening, diagnostics, treatment and education. Utilizes clinical knowledge and assessment skills necessary to evaluate, report and record accurate medical information, including responses to therapy.
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Assists in the development and maintenance of budget and/or contract agreements. Follows policy requirements for reporting patient enrollment in an effort to ensure compliance with billing. Assists in the development of accounting reports and in coordination of billing systems.
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Coordinates and safely implements research activities through interactions with research staff, internal and external investigators, study sponsors and Institutional Review Board (IRB).
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Participates in the development of clinical research protocols. Performs accurate and timely data collection and reporting according to protocol requirements. Facilitates and conducts site reviews by sponsors and other related agencies for the purpose of monitoring the accuracy and quality of the collected data. May hire, train, conduct performance reviews, and direct the workflow for the department staff.
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This position provides collaboration with various clinical and administrative positions, as well as research staff. Maintains primary facility assignment but may be asked to collaborate elsewhere either inside or outside of system. Conducts presentations to academic, professional and layperson organizations.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must possess a thorough knowledge of nursing and healthcare as normally demonstrated through the completion of a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
Requires a current Registered Nurse (R.N.) license.
Experience typically gained through two years clinical research experience or experience related to clinical area in which research study is based. Previous relevant experience working in a clinical research setting. Knowledge of medical and clinical terminology. Excellent organizational and task management skills and the ability to maintain confidentiality of patient and study information. Ability to maintain knowledge of Federal and State regulations governing practice as well as Institute policies and procedures related to medical and nursing practice. Excellent human relations, organizational and communication skills.
Ability to conduct computer-based literature searches is required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s Degree or advanced certificate degrees preferred.
Possession of Clinical Research Coordinator Certification (CRCC).
Regulatory knowledge regarding the conduct of clinical research or health care operations is preferred.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
EEO STATEMENT:
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.
PRIVACY POLICY:
Privacy Policy
PRIMARY CITY/STATE:
Gilbert, Arizona
DEPARTMENT NAME:
BMDACC Gateway Oncology-Rsrch
WORK SHIFT:
Day
JOB CATEGORY:
Research
Nursing careers are better at Banner Health. We are committed to developing the careers of our team members. We care about you, your nursing career today and your future. If you’re looking to leverage your abilities – apply today.
The Research Nurse will provide primary support to GI, but may include assignments with pulmonology, cardiology, or other service lines that may conduct research. Key responsibilities include screening potential study participants through the Electronic Medical Record (EMR), facilitating the informed consent process, and collaborating with Principal Investigators to coordinate research protocol procedures and activities. The RN will also manage biosample processing and shipment to central laboratories, maintain accurate research data entry, serve as a liaison between clinical trial sponsors and the research team, and ensure coordination with regulatory requirements to support successful study execution.
SCHEDULE:
This position operates Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with occasional weekend rotation as needed. Weekend coverage is required to support Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix's current cardiovascular study, which may involve procedures or follow-up testing scheduled on Saturdays or Sundays. Weekend shifts are task-based and limited to the time necessary to complete required study activities, rather than full shift coverage.
If you are a New Graduate Nurse with less than 12 months of experience, please visit the main job search page and under the Job Type filter, select New Nurse Experience.
Banner Alzheimer's Institute (BAI) was established in 2006 as Banner Health's first Center of Excellence. Banner Sun Health Research Institute (BSHRI) was founded in 1986. Our team is uniquely, passionately, and strategically committed to ending Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative disorders without losing another generation, advancing oncology research to improve cancer prevention and treatment outcomes, and providing an unparalleled model of care for families facing these devastating diseases. Banner Research is committed to improving people's lives through comprehensive patient care and advances that capitalize on the best biomedical research. We intend to make a transformational difference in Alzheimer's disease, other neurodegenerative disorders, and oncology research and care.
Position Summary
This position provides coordination of investigational and research protocols. Coordinates operational aspects of research projects including project preparation, subject recruitment, protocol execution, data collection, and coordination and database entry.
CORE FUNCTIONS
-
Promotes research study initiation and review. Acts as the project representative and professional resource for coordination of staff, sponsors, research institutions, contract research organizations, regulatory agencies, and involved institutional departments. Reads and evaluates clinical research protocols. Attends departmental, committee, and sponsor meetings for the purpose of gathering new or revised information concerning existing or potential clinical research projects.
-
Ensures that the clinical research staff and/or students conduct the clinical aspects of the projects appropriately and adhere to the clinical trial schedule, which may include: maintaining, dispensing and recording drug and medical device supplies according to regulations; assisting in obtaining informed consent from project participants; assisting in the development and implementation of case report forms; instructing volunteers on protocol requirements and explaining procedures and consent forms; performing research patient registration; ensuring that clinical research staff conduct the clinical aspects of the projects appropriately and adhere to the schedule of the clinical trials; serving as an advocate for the research participant, assisting them through the research process; and/or, performing other related activities.
-
Develops and maintains regulatory and legal documents per guidelines and regulations of the research/study sponsor and the participating institution per IRB, FDA, PHA and other applicable regulatory agencies. Assists in annual reporting to Federal agencies as required.
-
Performs accurate data collection and reporting according to protocol requirements and completes applicable forms and/or other required reports in a timely manner. Facilitates and conducts site reviews with sponsors and other related agencies for the purpose of evaluating the accuracy and quality of the collected data. Develops and implements patient tracking and follow-up systems. Coordinates with participating physicians offices and staff for patient follow-up.
-
Assists in educating patients about research studies and in obtaining informed consent from project participants. Develops and maintains educational tools, educates research team members and assists staff in the conduct of the investigational therapy. Performs medical record reviews. Assists with patient recruitment, screening, diagnostics, treatment and education. Utilizes clinical knowledge and assessment skills necessary to evaluate, report and record accurate medical information, including responses to therapy.
-
Assists in the development and maintenance of budget and/or contract agreements. Follows policy requirements for reporting patient enrollment in an effort to ensure compliance with billing. Assists in the development of accounting reports and in coordination of billing systems.
-
Coordinates and safely implements research activities through interactions with research staff, internal and external investigators, study sponsors and Institutional Review Board (IRB).
-
Participates in the development of clinical research protocols. Performs accurate and timely data collection and reporting according to protocol requirements. Facilitates and conducts site reviews by sponsors and other related agencies for the purpose of monitoring the accuracy and quality of the collected data. May hire, train, conduct performance reviews, and direct the workflow for the department staff.
-
This position provides collaboration with various clinical and administrative positions, as well as research staff. Maintains primary facility assignment but may be asked to collaborate elsewhere either inside or outside of system. Conducts presentations to academic, professional and layperson organizations.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must possess a thorough knowledge of nursing and healthcare as normally demonstrated through the completion of a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
Requires a current Registered Nurse (R.N.) license.
Experience typically gained through two years clinical research experience or experience related to clinical area in which research study is based. Previous relevant experience working in a clinical research setting. Knowledge of medical and clinical terminology. Excellent organizational and task management skills and the ability to maintain confidentiality of patient and study information. Ability to maintain knowledge of Federal and State regulations governing practice as well as Institute policies and procedures related to medical and nursing practice. Excellent human relations, organizational and communication skills.
Ability to conduct computer-based literature searches is required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s Degree or advanced certificate degrees preferred.
Possession of Clinical Research Coordinator Certification (CRCC).
Regulatory knowledge regarding the conduct of clinical research or health care operations is preferred.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
EEO STATEMENT:
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.
PRIVACY POLICY:
Privacy Policy
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Clinical Research Specialist
Align your credentials to EB-2 requirements
An EB-2 petition requires a master's degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience in clinical research. Gather transcripts, employer letters confirming progressive responsibility, and any GCP certifications before you start your search.
Target PERM-experienced sponsors in your specialty
Contract research organizations, academic medical centers, and pharmaceutical companies with active Phase II and Phase III trial pipelines sponsor PERM most consistently. Use Migrate Mate to find employers with verified green card sponsorship history for Clinical Research Specialist roles.
Verify prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer
Your employer's PERM filing requires a DOL prevailing wage determination for your specific SOC code and work location. Check the OFLC Wage Search tool yourself so you know which wage level your offer must meet before DOL certifies the application.
Understand how priority dates affect your timeline
EB-2 and EB-3 both have annual numerical limits and per-country caps. If you were born in India or China, your priority date backlog may extend the wait significantly. File your I-485 or track your consular queue early so delays don't catch you off guard.
Confirm the employer runs PERM recruitment correctly
PERM requires your employer to conduct a formal recruitment test, including job postings in DOL-specified channels, before DOL certifies the petition. Ask HR whether they've completed PERM filings for clinical research roles before and who manages the process internally.
Preserve your priority date if you change employers
Once your original I-140 is approved, you can carry that priority date to a new employer's I-140 petition. AC21 job portability also protects you if you switch to a same or similar occupation after your I-485 has been pending at least 180 days.
Green Card Clinical Research Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Which green card category fits a Clinical Research Specialist role?
Most Clinical Research Specialists qualify under EB-2 if they hold a master's degree or a bachelor's degree with five or more years of progressive experience, or under EB-3 as professionals with a bachelor's degree. Roles requiring only an associate degree or equivalent experience may qualify under EB-3 skilled worker. Your employer's immigration attorney confirms the correct category before filing PERM.
How is the PERM green card process different from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa grants temporary work authorization, requires a Labor Condition Application filed with DOL, and is subject to an annual lottery for cap-subject positions. PERM is a permanent residence pathway with no lottery. Your employer files a prevailing wage request and completes a formal recruitment test with DOL before filing the I-140 petition with USCIS, ultimately leading to lawful permanent residency rather than a time-limited work status.
How do I find employers who sponsor green cards for clinical research roles?
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship history specifically for Clinical Research Specialist positions. Contract research organizations, hospital research departments, and large pharmaceutical sponsors are the most active filers. Targeting employers who have completed PERM for this occupation before shortens your path considerably, since they already have internal processes in place.
Can I change employers after my green card process has started?
Yes, under two separate rules. If your original I-140 petition was approved, a new employer can file a fresh I-140 and you can request to carry over your earlier priority date. Separately, if your I-485 has been pending at least 180 days, AC21 job portability lets you transfer to a same or similar occupation without restarting the green card process. These rules do not overlap, so confirm which applies to your situation with your attorney.
Does the SOC code for Clinical Research Specialist affect my PERM filing?
Yes. DOL assigns a Standard Occupational Classification code to your role, and that code determines the prevailing wage level your employer must offer. Clinical research roles can fall under different SOC codes depending on duties, which affects both the wage tier and the recruitment requirements in the PERM process. Review your O*NET occupation profile and ask your employer's attorney to confirm the SOC code before the prevailing wage request is submitted.