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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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Nurix Therapeutics is a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of targeted protein degradation medicines, the next frontier in innovative drug design aimed at improving treatment options for patients with cancer and inflammatory diseases. Powered by a fully AI-integrated discovery engine capable of tackling any protein class, and coupled with unparalleled ligase expertise, Nurix’s dedicated team has built a formidable advantage in translating the science of targeted protein degradation into clinical advancements. Nurix aims to establish degrader-based treatments at the forefront of patient care, writing medicine’s next chapter with a new script to outmatch disease.
POSITION
The Senior Director of Clinical Data Management (CDM) is an extensively experienced management role responsible for the delivery and integrity of clinical data across Nurix’s multiple studies/programs. As a subject matter expert in clinical data management, this role owns the short- and long-term strategy, roadmap, budget and resource plans for the CDM function, and uses this expertise to conceive and develop new and novel ideas and infrastructure that significantly advance the function’s capabilities and performance. The ideal candidate will ensure adherence to industry guidelines (including CDASH/CDISC and GCDMP) in all clinical data management activities for assigned programs/studies and will play a leadership role—in partnership with the Head of Clinical Data Management and Head of Biometrics—in defining departmental policies, operational guidelines, and administrative structure. The successful candidate should have a successful track record managing a large or highly specialized team (including other people managers), managing vendors, and effectively leading program clinical data management activities with the anticipated growth in the product pipeline. They must also possess advanced communication skills to represent the CDM function in routine interactions with senior stakeholders, including Nurix’s Executive Management Team and external thought leaders, and to work closely with medical study directors and clinical operations to ensure high quality and integrity in clinical data.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage assigned programs, which may consist of multiple studies, ensuring alignment and consistency in data collection and processing activities
- Manage vendors that have been contracted to handle Nurix’s clinical data and ensure the data are complete, accurate and delivered within the agreed upon timelines
- Ensure inspection readiness by maintaining current documentation, adherence to industry guidelines, SOPs and compliance with training
- Work collaboratively with internal and external team members within the program to coordinate the planning and execution of clinical data management activities
- Lead the design of the eCRFs and ensure that they align with the clinical protocol(s)
- Ensure complete and accurate documentation such as eCRF specifications, eCRF completion guidelines, annotated CRFs, data validation specifications, data transfer agreements, and data management plans
- Ensure data is reviewed on an ongoing basis, including individual subject data within the EDC and reconciliation with external data sources
- Manage timelines for data cleaning and other CDM activities in preparation for DSURs, IBs, publications and other business needs, or final CSRs
- Collaborate with clinical development team and provide expertise regarding CDISC data standards, FDA and ICH guidelines, and GCDMP standards
- Assist with establishing CDM processes and creating key CDM SOPs
- Provide technical leadership and guidance for other clinical data managers and vendors around project conventions, standards, practices, and database specifications
- May assist in forecasting and management of budgets for resources and program costs
- May act as an independent contributor to perform all clinical data management activities of an assigned program or study, as necessary
- May be required to mentor and develop direct employees and/or manage a group of internal and/or external team members, as the department grows
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline (computer science, mathematics, statistics, epidemiology, biology, psychology, etc.) or equivalent experience
- Minimum of 15 years of clinical data management experience within pharmaceutical industry with a track record of success and progression
- Direct experience working with Medidata Rave design and implementation
- Direct experience with oncology studies across multiple study phases
- Proficient on regulatory requirements for clinical data management and the regulatory submission process
- Extensive experience working with external vendors, including but not limited to acquisition, contracting, evaluation of vendor’s capabilities and ensuring the desired high-quality deliverables
- Experience managing direct reports is required, typically including some experience managing other managers
- Demonstrated ability to operate and lead in a dynamic organization, build successful working relationships and effective stakeholder management in an environment that requires diverse educational and functional expertise
- Strong team orientation; highly collaborative
- Solutions and results-oriented focus
- Hands-on approach; resourceful and open to diverse points of view
- Self-motivated and able to operate independently
SALARY RANGE
246K – 310K
FIT WITH NURIX CULTURE AND VALUES
- Strong team orientation; highly collaborative
- Solutions and results-oriented focus
- Hands-on approach; resourceful and open to diverse points of view
Nurix Therapeutics, Inc. is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy and personal information, including information collected by Nurix when you apply for a job with Nurix or in the course of your employment with Nurix. By applying for a position at Nurix, you agree to our collection and use of personal information as described in our Privacy Policy.
INTRODUCTION
Nurix Therapeutics is a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of targeted protein degradation medicines, the next frontier in innovative drug design aimed at improving treatment options for patients with cancer and inflammatory diseases. Powered by a fully AI-integrated discovery engine capable of tackling any protein class, and coupled with unparalleled ligase expertise, Nurix’s dedicated team has built a formidable advantage in translating the science of targeted protein degradation into clinical advancements. Nurix aims to establish degrader-based treatments at the forefront of patient care, writing medicine’s next chapter with a new script to outmatch disease.
POSITION
The Senior Director of Clinical Data Management (CDM) is an extensively experienced management role responsible for the delivery and integrity of clinical data across Nurix’s multiple studies/programs. As a subject matter expert in clinical data management, this role owns the short- and long-term strategy, roadmap, budget and resource plans for the CDM function, and uses this expertise to conceive and develop new and novel ideas and infrastructure that significantly advance the function’s capabilities and performance. The ideal candidate will ensure adherence to industry guidelines (including CDASH/CDISC and GCDMP) in all clinical data management activities for assigned programs/studies and will play a leadership role—in partnership with the Head of Clinical Data Management and Head of Biometrics—in defining departmental policies, operational guidelines, and administrative structure. The successful candidate should have a successful track record managing a large or highly specialized team (including other people managers), managing vendors, and effectively leading program clinical data management activities with the anticipated growth in the product pipeline. They must also possess advanced communication skills to represent the CDM function in routine interactions with senior stakeholders, including Nurix’s Executive Management Team and external thought leaders, and to work closely with medical study directors and clinical operations to ensure high quality and integrity in clinical data.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage assigned programs, which may consist of multiple studies, ensuring alignment and consistency in data collection and processing activities
- Manage vendors that have been contracted to handle Nurix’s clinical data and ensure the data are complete, accurate and delivered within the agreed upon timelines
- Ensure inspection readiness by maintaining current documentation, adherence to industry guidelines, SOPs and compliance with training
- Work collaboratively with internal and external team members within the program to coordinate the planning and execution of clinical data management activities
- Lead the design of the eCRFs and ensure that they align with the clinical protocol(s)
- Ensure complete and accurate documentation such as eCRF specifications, eCRF completion guidelines, annotated CRFs, data validation specifications, data transfer agreements, and data management plans
- Ensure data is reviewed on an ongoing basis, including individual subject data within the EDC and reconciliation with external data sources
- Manage timelines for data cleaning and other CDM activities in preparation for DSURs, IBs, publications and other business needs, or final CSRs
- Collaborate with clinical development team and provide expertise regarding CDISC data standards, FDA and ICH guidelines, and GCDMP standards
- Assist with establishing CDM processes and creating key CDM SOPs
- Provide technical leadership and guidance for other clinical data managers and vendors around project conventions, standards, practices, and database specifications
- May assist in forecasting and management of budgets for resources and program costs
- May act as an independent contributor to perform all clinical data management activities of an assigned program or study, as necessary
- May be required to mentor and develop direct employees and/or manage a group of internal and/or external team members, as the department grows
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline (computer science, mathematics, statistics, epidemiology, biology, psychology, etc.) or equivalent experience
- Minimum of 15 years of clinical data management experience within pharmaceutical industry with a track record of success and progression
- Direct experience working with Medidata Rave design and implementation
- Direct experience with oncology studies across multiple study phases
- Proficient on regulatory requirements for clinical data management and the regulatory submission process
- Extensive experience working with external vendors, including but not limited to acquisition, contracting, evaluation of vendor’s capabilities and ensuring the desired high-quality deliverables
- Experience managing direct reports is required, typically including some experience managing other managers
- Demonstrated ability to operate and lead in a dynamic organization, build successful working relationships and effective stakeholder management in an environment that requires diverse educational and functional expertise
- Strong team orientation; highly collaborative
- Solutions and results-oriented focus
- Hands-on approach; resourceful and open to diverse points of view
- Self-motivated and able to operate independently
SALARY RANGE
246K – 310K
FIT WITH NURIX CULTURE AND VALUES
- Strong team orientation; highly collaborative
- Solutions and results-oriented focus
- Hands-on approach; resourceful and open to diverse points of view
Nurix Therapeutics, Inc. is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy and personal information, including information collected by Nurix when you apply for a job with Nurix or in the course of your employment with Nurix. By applying for a position at Nurix, you agree to our collection and use of personal information as described in our Privacy Policy.
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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.