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Senior Clinical Research Scientist roles at pharmaceutical companies, CROs, and academic medical centers regularly qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification. Employers file on your behalf, certifying that no equally qualified U.S. worker is available. Advanced degrees in life sciences and documented clinical trial experience strengthen both your PERM audit defense and your I-140 petition.
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- Lead day-to-day project execution. Develop and maintain research plans, milestones, responsibilities, and deliverable schedules. Track progress, identify risks and dependencies, and initiate follow-up and corrective actions.
- Mentor graduate and undergraduate researchers. Hold regular technical meetings, help students define achievable objectives, review their work, troubleshoot obstacles, and develop their independence and research judgment.
- Coordinate with program managers and collaborators. Prepare technical updates, organize meetings, communicate results and challenges clearly, and follow through on agreed actions in coordination with the PI.
- Conduct and guide substantive research. Contribute original methods, software, experiments, or system implementations in relevant research areas and help ensure the technical quality of the team’s work.
- Lead preparation of research outputs. Coordinate and contribute to manuscripts, sponsor reports, presentations, demonstrations, and other project deliverables.
- Strengthen research practices. Support reproducible experiments, clear documentation, shared code and data practices, and effective onboarding of new researchers.
- Contribute to proposal development and identify opportunities for collaboration and future research.
Required Qualifications
- A Ph.D. in computer science, electrical or computer engineering, systems engineering, or a closely related field by the start date.
- A strong research record in at least one area relevant to the group.
- Demonstrated experience coordinating research activities, leading a technical project or workstream, or mentoring junior researchers.
- Ability to translate broad research objectives into concrete tasks, realistic timelines, and measurable outcomes.
- Strong technical writing, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Evidence of initiative, sound judgment, reliable follow-through, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- A collaborative and supportive mentoring approach, with a commitment to research rigor and student development.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working on externally funded, milestone-driven, or multi-institution research projects.
- Experience communicating with government program managers, industry partners, or other external stakeholders.
- Experience guiding student work toward publications, working prototypes, or research demonstrations.
- Hands-on experience with relevant software, hardware, simulation environments, or experimental testbeds.
- Experience contributing to proposals and technical reports.
Appointment and professional development appointment title and scope will be determined based on experience and institutional requirements. Candidates for the Research Scientist role should demonstrate sustained independent research and team leadership. Postdoctoral candidates should demonstrate readiness to assume responsibility for a defined research effort and mentor junior researchers. The position offers opportunities to publish, develop an independent research direction aligned with the group’s programs, build collaborations, and gain experience in research leadership and proposal development. We offer competitive compensation commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Application materials
Interested Applicants Should Submit
- A curriculum vitae, including publications.
- A brief cover letter describing relevant research expertise and interest in the role.
- Contact information for three references who can comment on research ability, leadership, mentoring, and reliability.
For inquiries, contact Professor Ying Wang at ywang6@stevens.edu, using the subject line “Research Scientist / Postdoctoral Researcher Inquiry.”
Department
Wireless Communications and Health AI
Compensation Range
In compliance with the New Jersey Wage Transparency Act, the annual base range for this position is $80,000-$110,000. This range represents the University’s good faith estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting. Stevens Institute of Technology determines compensation based on factors including the position’s scope and responsibilities, the candidate’s experience, education, skills, internal equity, market data, and organizational considerations. The final salary will be set considering departmental budget, qualifications, and relevant credentials. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes additional forms of compensation, such as incentives, stipends, or other applicable pay components. For a full overview of our benefits offerings, please refer to the Stevens Institute of Technology Benefits Guidebook, available at: Benefits Guidebook
General Submission Guidelines
Please submit an online application to be considered a candidate for any job at Stevens. Please attach a cover letter and resume with each application. Other requirements for consideration may depend on the job.
Still Have Questions?
If you have any questions regarding your application, please contact Jobs@Stevens.edu.
EEO Statement
Stevens Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Accordingly, Stevens adheres to an employment policy that prohibits discriminatory practices or harassment against candidates or employees based on legally impermissible factor(s) including, but not necessarily limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, nationality, citizenship status, age, ancestry, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, disability, or any protected military or veteran status. Stevens is building a diverse faculty, staff, and student body and strongly encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Stevens is a federal contractor under the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as well as other federal statutes. Stevens seeks candidates who will contribute to a welcoming and inclusive environment for all students, faculty and staff.
Jeanne Clery Disclosure
In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), the Department of Public Safety is required to publish an annual security report which includes statistics mandated by the Clery Act. Click here for a copy of this report.
Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day project execution. Develop and maintain research plans, milestones, responsibilities, and deliverable schedules. Track progress, identify risks and dependencies, and initiate follow-up and corrective actions.
- Mentor graduate and undergraduate researchers. Hold regular technical meetings, help students define achievable objectives, review their work, troubleshoot obstacles, and develop their independence and research judgment.
- Coordinate with program managers and collaborators. Prepare technical updates, organize meetings, communicate results and challenges clearly, and follow through on agreed actions in coordination with the PI.
- Conduct and guide substantive research. Contribute original methods, software, experiments, or system implementations in relevant research areas and help ensure the technical quality of the team’s work.
- Lead preparation of research outputs. Coordinate and contribute to manuscripts, sponsor reports, presentations, demonstrations, and other project deliverables.
- Strengthen research practices. Support reproducible experiments, clear documentation, shared code and data practices, and effective onboarding of new researchers.
- Contribute to proposal development and identify opportunities for collaboration and future research.
Required Qualifications
- A Ph.D. in computer science, electrical or computer engineering, systems engineering, or a closely related field by the start date.
- A strong research record in at least one area relevant to the group.
- Demonstrated experience coordinating research activities, leading a technical project or workstream, or mentoring junior researchers.
- Ability to translate broad research objectives into concrete tasks, realistic timelines, and measurable outcomes.
- Strong technical writing, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Evidence of initiative, sound judgment, reliable follow-through, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- A collaborative and supportive mentoring approach, with a commitment to research rigor and student development.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working on externally funded, milestone-driven, or multi-institution research projects.
- Experience communicating with government program managers, industry partners, or other external stakeholders.
- Experience guiding student work toward publications, working prototypes, or research demonstrations.
- Hands-on experience with relevant software, hardware, simulation environments, or experimental testbeds.
- Experience contributing to proposals and technical reports.
Appointment and professional development appointment title and scope will be determined based on experience and institutional requirements. Candidates for the Research Scientist role should demonstrate sustained independent research and team leadership. Postdoctoral candidates should demonstrate readiness to assume responsibility for a defined research effort and mentor junior researchers. The position offers opportunities to publish, develop an independent research direction aligned with the group’s programs, build collaborations, and gain experience in research leadership and proposal development. We offer competitive compensation commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Application materials
Interested Applicants Should Submit
- A curriculum vitae, including publications.
- A brief cover letter describing relevant research expertise and interest in the role.
- Contact information for three references who can comment on research ability, leadership, mentoring, and reliability.
For inquiries, contact Professor Ying Wang at ywang6@stevens.edu, using the subject line “Research Scientist / Postdoctoral Researcher Inquiry.”
Department
Wireless Communications and Health AI
Compensation Range
In compliance with the New Jersey Wage Transparency Act, the annual base range for this position is $80,000-$110,000. This range represents the University’s good faith estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting. Stevens Institute of Technology determines compensation based on factors including the position’s scope and responsibilities, the candidate’s experience, education, skills, internal equity, market data, and organizational considerations. The final salary will be set considering departmental budget, qualifications, and relevant credentials. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes additional forms of compensation, such as incentives, stipends, or other applicable pay components. For a full overview of our benefits offerings, please refer to the Stevens Institute of Technology Benefits Guidebook, available at: Benefits Guidebook
General Submission Guidelines
Please submit an online application to be considered a candidate for any job at Stevens. Please attach a cover letter and resume with each application. Other requirements for consideration may depend on the job.
Still Have Questions?
If you have any questions regarding your application, please contact Jobs@Stevens.edu.
EEO Statement
Stevens Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Accordingly, Stevens adheres to an employment policy that prohibits discriminatory practices or harassment against candidates or employees based on legally impermissible factor(s) including, but not necessarily limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, nationality, citizenship status, age, ancestry, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, disability, or any protected military or veteran status. Stevens is building a diverse faculty, staff, and student body and strongly encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Stevens is a federal contractor under the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as well as other federal statutes. Stevens seeks candidates who will contribute to a welcoming and inclusive environment for all students, faculty and staff.
Jeanne Clery Disclosure
In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), the Department of Public Safety is required to publish an annual security report which includes statistics mandated by the Clery Act. Click here for a copy of this report.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Senior Clinical Research Scientist
Document your protocol authorship before applying
PERM audits for Clinical Research Scientist roles often scrutinize whether your credentials match the job requirements. Compile evidence of protocols you've authored, INDs or NDAs you've contributed to, and any regulatory submissions you've supported before your employer files.
Target sponsors with existing PERM filing infrastructure
Large pharma companies, CROs, and academic medical centers already have immigration counsel and established PERM processes. Smaller biotech startups may be willing to sponsor but lack the infrastructure, which can add months to your timeline and increase audit risk.
Verify your role qualifies under EB-2 versus EB-3
If your position requires a master's degree or you hold a Ph.D. with specialized clinical expertise, push your employer to file under EB-2. EB-3 covers most professionals but carries longer priority date backlogs for certain nationalities.
Search for sponsoring employers using Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Senior Clinical Research Scientist roles by employers with active green card filing history. This lets you focus applications on organizations that already understand PERM and I-140 timelines rather than educating employers from scratch.
Confirm the prevailing wage tier before your offer
Your employer's PERM labor certification must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your specific job zone and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the wage level independently and ensure your offered salary meets the requirement before you accept.
Negotiate a clear sponsorship commitment in your offer letter
Ask your employer to specify in writing that they will initiate PERM within a set timeframe, typically within your first year. Without this, some employers delay filing indefinitely, which matters if your current work authorization has an expiration date.
Green Card Senior Clinical Research Scientist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Senior Clinical Research Scientist role typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Senior Clinical Research Scientist positions qualify for EB-2 because they routinely require a master's degree or Ph.D. in a life sciences field. If your employer's job description specifies an advanced degree as a minimum requirement and your credentials match, USCIS will generally classify the petition under EB-2. Roles requiring only a bachelor's degree fall under EB-3 skilled worker.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary status with a three-year initial period and annual lottery exposure. Green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency with no renewal risk. The EB-3 category has no annual cap on petitions filed, though visa number availability varies by nationality. The process takes longer, typically two to four years from PERM filing to approval for most applicants, but the outcome is permanent.
What makes a PERM application for a Clinical Research Scientist role vulnerable to a DOL audit?
Audits often trigger when the job description includes requirements that appear tailored to the foreign worker specifically, such as experience with a proprietary clinical data system used only by that employer. DOL also flags unusual combinations of degree requirements and experience levels. Keeping job requirements consistent with what you'd ask of any qualified hire reduces audit exposure.
How can I find employers who actively sponsor green cards for this role?
Migrate Mate lets you search Senior Clinical Research Scientist roles filtered by employers with documented green card and PERM filing history. This removes guesswork and lets you prioritize applications to organizations that already have immigration processes in place, rather than those that might be open to sponsorship in principle but have never filed.
Can I switch employers after my PERM is approved but before I receive my green card?
Yes, under AC21 portability rules, if your I-140 has been approved and your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more, you can move to a new employer in a same or similar occupational classification. For Senior Clinical Research Scientists, a comparable role at another pharma or CRO employer generally qualifies, but you should consult an immigration attorney before making that move.