H-1B Visa Clinical Data Management Jobs
Clinical Data Management roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations because they require at least a bachelor's degree in life sciences, bioinformatics, or a related field. Pharmaceutical companies, CROs, and biotech firms regularly sponsor H-1B workers for CDM positions, filing LCAs under SOC codes tied to data science and medical records management.
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With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
JOB SUMMARY
Works under general supervision to ensure appropriateness of gathering, evaluating and entering of clinical data. Responsible for receipt, completeness and accuracy of research as well as departmental data requirements. Monitors data and reports submitted to regulatory agencies so that reporting requirements are met in accordance with established timeframes and is compliant with all regulatory aspects.
Preferred professional experience in oncology abstraction and data management.
BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare - no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in basic sciences or related field or
Associate’s Degree in basic sciences or related field
Experience
2 years in the medical field with experience related to data abstraction, outcomes measurements, public reporting, or regulatory compliance required with a Bachelor’s Degree or
4 years in the medical field with experience related to data abstraction, outcomes measurements, public reporting, or regulatory compliance required with an Associate’s Degree
JOB DUTIES
- Gathers, evaluates and enters clinical data to ensure receipt, completeness, and accuracy of research and departmental data requirements
- Responsible for monitoring of data and reports submitted to regulatory agencies to ensure that reporting requirements of those entities are met in a timely matter
- Ensures compliance with all regulatory aspects, as required, and maintains databases related to these regulatory aspects
- Develops, prepares and presents reports, charts, graphs and descriptive statistical analysis as required for Program periodic Quality Assurance meetings, Mortality and Morbidity meetings
- Reviews and provides data, analysis and reports for case reviews upon request in regards with specific outcome measures
- Provide education to physicians about required data metrics that must be collected
- Coordinates data collection for both adult and pediatric programs. Checks for completeness of collected data, pulls and cleans the data and provides it in an appropriate format for presentation and review by physicians
- Collaborates with other departments on behalf of program as content expert. Checks for completeness of collected data, pulls and cleans requested data sets and provides the reports and expertise to requestors for multi-department projects
SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
JOB SUMMARY
Works under general supervision to ensure appropriateness of gathering, evaluating and entering of clinical data. Responsible for receipt, completeness and accuracy of research as well as departmental data requirements. Monitors data and reports submitted to regulatory agencies so that reporting requirements are met in accordance with established timeframes and is compliant with all regulatory aspects.
Preferred professional experience in oncology abstraction and data management.
BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare - no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in basic sciences or related field or
Associate’s Degree in basic sciences or related field
Experience
2 years in the medical field with experience related to data abstraction, outcomes measurements, public reporting, or regulatory compliance required with a Bachelor’s Degree or
4 years in the medical field with experience related to data abstraction, outcomes measurements, public reporting, or regulatory compliance required with an Associate’s Degree
JOB DUTIES
- Gathers, evaluates and enters clinical data to ensure receipt, completeness, and accuracy of research and departmental data requirements
- Responsible for monitoring of data and reports submitted to regulatory agencies to ensure that reporting requirements of those entities are met in a timely matter
- Ensures compliance with all regulatory aspects, as required, and maintains databases related to these regulatory aspects
- Develops, prepares and presents reports, charts, graphs and descriptive statistical analysis as required for Program periodic Quality Assurance meetings, Mortality and Morbidity meetings
- Reviews and provides data, analysis and reports for case reviews upon request in regards with specific outcome measures
- Provide education to physicians about required data metrics that must be collected
- Coordinates data collection for both adult and pediatric programs. Checks for completeness of collected data, pulls and cleans the data and provides it in an appropriate format for presentation and review by physicians
- Collaborates with other departments on behalf of program as content expert. Checks for completeness of collected data, pulls and cleans requested data sets and provides the reports and expertise to requestors for multi-department projects
SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Clinical Data Management
Align your credentials to SOC codes
Clinical Data Management roles are filed under SOC codes like 15-2051 or 29-2071. Check O*NET to confirm which code matches your specific duties, then ensure your resume and degree documentation reflect that occupational definition clearly.
Target CROs and pharma over startups
Contract Research Organizations and established pharmaceutical companies maintain dedicated immigration teams and file H-1B petitions annually. They're structurally set up to sponsor, unlike early-stage biotech firms that may lack the infrastructure to navigate USCIS requirements.
Search employer LCA filings on Migrate Mate
Filter by CDM-related job titles and SOC codes to see which companies have certified LCAs with DOL. This shows you active sponsors before you apply, so you're not guessing at a company's willingness to file.
Request the prevailing wage tier upfront
Your employer must certify your wage meets the DOL prevailing wage for your area and SOC code. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up Level I through Level IV wages before negotiating, so you know whether an offer is likely to pass LCA certification.
Prepare clinical systems documentation early
USCIS often issues RFEs for CDM roles questioning whether the position qualifies as a specialty occupation. Gather evidence that your role requires specific degree-level knowledge in clinical data standards like CDISC, EDC systems, or 21 CFR Part 11 compliance.
Clarify cap-exempt status with academic medical centers
If you receive an offer from a university hospital or nonprofit research institution affiliated with a university, your employer may qualify as cap-exempt. That means no lottery, no October 1 start date, and the ability to file and begin work at any time of year.
H-1B Visa Clinical Data Management: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Clinical Data Management role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Clinical Data Management qualifies as a specialty occupation because the role typically requires a bachelor's degree or higher in life sciences, bioinformatics, health informatics, or a directly related field. USCIS evaluates whether the specific duties require that theoretical and practical application of highly specialized knowledge, so your job description needs to clearly reflect degree-level responsibilities like CDISC standards implementation or clinical database design.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Clinical Data Management jobs?
Pharmaceutical companies, contract research organizations, and large academic medical centers are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for CDM roles. These employers file LCAs with DOL annually and maintain immigration infrastructure. You can search employer filing history by job title and SOC code on Migrate Mate to identify companies that have actively sponsored CDM positions rather than relying on job postings alone.
What SOC code is used for H-1B filings in Clinical Data Management?
Most Clinical Data Management roles are filed under SOC 15-2051 (Data Scientists) or 29-2071 (Medical Records Specialists), depending on the role's primary duties. Some employers use 15-1211 (Computer Systems Analysts) for data management positions with heavy systems focus. The SOC code your employer selects determines the prevailing wage level DOL requires, so it directly affects your certified salary floor.
Can a Clinical Data Manager on OPT bridge to H-1B without a gap in work authorization?
Yes, if your employer files your H-1B petition before your OPT expires and you're selected in the lottery. The cap-gap rule automatically extends your OPT authorization through September 30 if your petition is pending or approved. If you're on STEM OPT, your 24-month extension gives you additional time, but you still need to be selected in the lottery and have your petition filed on time.
Do Clinical Data Management roles at CROs count toward H-1B specialty occupation requirements?
Generally yes, but the specific duties matter. USCIS looks at whether the position requires a degree in a specific field, not just any bachelor's degree. CRO-based CDM roles that involve protocol deviation review, EDC system configuration, or regulatory submission data packages are well-positioned. Generic data entry or project coordination duties that don't require specialized knowledge are more likely to draw an RFE, so the job description needs to be precise.