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Clinical Data Specialist roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under the life sciences and health informatics categories, typically requiring a bachelor's degree in biostatistics, health information management, or a related field. Sponsors file your LCA with DOL before submitting Form I-129 to USCIS, making employer selection critical.
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Location Los Angeles, California, United States
Job Category Academic / Research
Date posted 10/30/2026
Job Description
Grow your career at Cedars-Sinai!
Cedars-Sinai offers a culture of happiness, passion, and dedication. This is one of the many reasons why we rank as one of the top hospitals in California and in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.
About the Team
Dr. Hyunseok Kim’s clinical research team within the Karsh Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center is dedicated to advancing precision medicine approaches for chronic liver diseases. Led by a physician-scientist with specialized training in hepatology, epidemiology, biostatistics, and genetic epidemiology, his program focuses on clinical outcomes research and the development of AI-based predictive models using clinical and imaging data. Ideally, we are looking for someone who can contribute to both data management and independent statistical/computational analyses.
About the Role
The Clinical Research Data Specialist I handles the data for assigned research studies. This will include clinical data abstraction, processing data, maintaining record systems, and producing project reports for studies. Ensures compliance with all federal and local agencies including the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and local Institutional Review Board.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Manages and maintains research data to ensure accuracy, integrity, and security of complex, large computerized records systems. This includes performing data searches and other related administrative tasks.
- Processes clinical data using a range of computer applications and database systems to support cleaning and management of subject or patient data.
- Develops forms for data collection and performs clinical data collection/abstraction.
- Produces project reports for research studies.
- Understands regulations, policies, protocols and procedures to control and maintain accurate records.
- Maintains research practices using Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines.
- Maintains strict patient confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations and applicable law.
- Participates in required training and education programs.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma/GED is required.
- 1 year of proven experience in a similar position or related research field is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Biostatistics, Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Biomedical Engineering, or in related field of research.
- Proficiency in Python and/or R for data processing, statistical analysis, and visualization.
- Experience with statistical modeling, including regression analysis, survival analysis, and predictive modeling.
- Familiarity with machine learning methods and model development, validation, and performance evaluation.
- Experience managing, cleaning, and analyzing large clinical, electronic health record (EHR), or biomedical research datasets.
- Knowledge of SQL, REDCap, or other research database systems.
- Experience with medical imaging analysis, radiomics, or AI applications in healthcare is highly desirable.
- Experience contributing to academic research, including preparation of abstracts, manuscripts, and scientific presentations.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and collaborative skills.
About us
Cedars-Sinai is a leader in providing high-quality healthcare encompassing primary care, specialized medicine and research. Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching and community service. Today, Cedars-Sinai is known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients. Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow's health professionals. Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents.
About the Team
Cedars-Sinai is one of the largest nonprofit academic medical centers in the U.S., with 915 licensed beds, 2,993 physicians, 4,700+ nurses and thousands of other healthcare professionals and staff. Choose this if you want to work in a fast-paced environment that offers the highest level of care to people in the Los Angeles that need our care the most.
Req ID 21439
Working Title Clinical Research Data Specialist I - Karsh Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Department Research - General Medicine
Business Entity Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Job Category Academic / Research
Job Specialty Research Studies/ Clin Trial
Overtime Status NONEXEMPT
Primary Shift Day
Shift Duration 8 hour
Base Pay $25.00 - $40.55
Diversity and Inclusion at Cedars-Sinai
We are caretakers and innovators committed to the pursuit of equitable healthcare. But health equity is not possible without representation. Our commitment to diversity goes beyond demographics or checking boxes. Our people must reflect the diverse identities, experiences and geographies of the communities and patients we serve – because that’s what our patients, colleagues and communities deserve Quality Care and Research—For All, By All.
Cedars-Sinai is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Cedars-Sinai does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of the race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics or any genetic information), marital status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age (40 or older), military and/or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal or state law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at Applicant_Accommodation@cshs.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
Cedars-Sinai will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
At Cedars-Sinai, we are dedicated to the safety, health and wellbeing of our patients and employees. This includes protecting our patients from communicable diseases, such as influenza (flu). For this reason, we require that all new employees receive a flu vaccine based on the seasonal availability of flu vaccine (typically during September through April each year) as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter as a condition of continued employment, subject to medical exemption or religious accommodation. For the same reason, you may also be required to receive other vaccines as a condition of employment. Cedars-Sinai reserves the right to make modifications to its required list of vaccines as required by law and/or policy.
Job ID 21439
Location Los Angeles, California, United States
Job Category Academic / Research
Date posted 10/30/2026
Job Description
Grow your career at Cedars-Sinai!
Cedars-Sinai offers a culture of happiness, passion, and dedication. This is one of the many reasons why we rank as one of the top hospitals in California and in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.
About the Team
Dr. Hyunseok Kim’s clinical research team within the Karsh Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center is dedicated to advancing precision medicine approaches for chronic liver diseases. Led by a physician-scientist with specialized training in hepatology, epidemiology, biostatistics, and genetic epidemiology, his program focuses on clinical outcomes research and the development of AI-based predictive models using clinical and imaging data. Ideally, we are looking for someone who can contribute to both data management and independent statistical/computational analyses.
About the Role
The Clinical Research Data Specialist I handles the data for assigned research studies. This will include clinical data abstraction, processing data, maintaining record systems, and producing project reports for studies. Ensures compliance with all federal and local agencies including the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and local Institutional Review Board.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Manages and maintains research data to ensure accuracy, integrity, and security of complex, large computerized records systems. This includes performing data searches and other related administrative tasks.
- Processes clinical data using a range of computer applications and database systems to support cleaning and management of subject or patient data.
- Develops forms for data collection and performs clinical data collection/abstraction.
- Produces project reports for research studies.
- Understands regulations, policies, protocols and procedures to control and maintain accurate records.
- Maintains research practices using Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines.
- Maintains strict patient confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations and applicable law.
- Participates in required training and education programs.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma/GED is required.
- 1 year of proven experience in a similar position or related research field is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Biostatistics, Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Biomedical Engineering, or in related field of research.
- Proficiency in Python and/or R for data processing, statistical analysis, and visualization.
- Experience with statistical modeling, including regression analysis, survival analysis, and predictive modeling.
- Familiarity with machine learning methods and model development, validation, and performance evaluation.
- Experience managing, cleaning, and analyzing large clinical, electronic health record (EHR), or biomedical research datasets.
- Knowledge of SQL, REDCap, or other research database systems.
- Experience with medical imaging analysis, radiomics, or AI applications in healthcare is highly desirable.
- Experience contributing to academic research, including preparation of abstracts, manuscripts, and scientific presentations.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and collaborative skills.
About us
Cedars-Sinai is a leader in providing high-quality healthcare encompassing primary care, specialized medicine and research. Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching and community service. Today, Cedars-Sinai is known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients. Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow's health professionals. Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents.
About the Team
Cedars-Sinai is one of the largest nonprofit academic medical centers in the U.S., with 915 licensed beds, 2,993 physicians, 4,700+ nurses and thousands of other healthcare professionals and staff. Choose this if you want to work in a fast-paced environment that offers the highest level of care to people in the Los Angeles that need our care the most.
Req ID 21439
Working Title Clinical Research Data Specialist I - Karsh Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Department Research - General Medicine
Business Entity Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Job Category Academic / Research
Job Specialty Research Studies/ Clin Trial
Overtime Status NONEXEMPT
Primary Shift Day
Shift Duration 8 hour
Base Pay $25.00 - $40.55
Diversity and Inclusion at Cedars-Sinai
We are caretakers and innovators committed to the pursuit of equitable healthcare. But health equity is not possible without representation. Our commitment to diversity goes beyond demographics or checking boxes. Our people must reflect the diverse identities, experiences and geographies of the communities and patients we serve – because that’s what our patients, colleagues and communities deserve Quality Care and Research—For All, By All.
Cedars-Sinai is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Cedars-Sinai does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of the race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics or any genetic information), marital status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age (40 or older), military and/or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal or state law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at Applicant_Accommodation@cshs.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
Cedars-Sinai will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
At Cedars-Sinai, we are dedicated to the safety, health and wellbeing of our patients and employees. This includes protecting our patients from communicable diseases, such as influenza (flu). For this reason, we require that all new employees receive a flu vaccine based on the seasonal availability of flu vaccine (typically during September through April each year) as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter as a condition of continued employment, subject to medical exemption or religious accommodation. For the same reason, you may also be required to receive other vaccines as a condition of employment. Cedars-Sinai reserves the right to make modifications to its required list of vaccines as required by law and/or policy.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Clinical Data Specialist
Verify your degree supports specialty occupation
Your degree field must directly relate to clinical data management, not just data science broadly. A biostatistics, health informatics, or clinical research degree strengthens the specialty occupation argument. A general IT degree may trigger an RFE requiring additional documentation.
Check LCA filings for your exact SOC code
Clinical Data Specialists file under SOC 15-2041 or 29-2099 depending on employer classification. Use the OFLC Wage Search to confirm which code your target employers have used and whether their filed wages align with Level I through IV prevailing rates.
Target CROs and pharma with 21 CFR Part 11 roles
Contract research organizations and pharmaceutical companies with FDA-regulated data systems have genuine business necessity for credentialed clinical data staff. That business necessity record strengthens the specialty occupation justification in your I-129 petition.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter by Clinical Data Specialist roles to find employers with documented H-1B filing history in clinical data functions. Migrate Mate surfaces DOL Labor Condition Application data so you're targeting companies that have actually sponsored this role, not just ones open to it.
Negotiate LCA wage level before accepting an offer
USCIS scrutinizes whether your offered salary matches your experience level on the LCA. If an employer files at Level I wages for a role requiring three-plus years of EDC platform experience, expect an RFE. Confirm the wage level classification during offer negotiations, not after.
Register before the April H-1B lottery deadline
USCIS opens H-1B cap registration each March for roughly two weeks. Your employer must register you before that window closes. If your OPT end date falls before October 1, ask HR whether premium processing is available to reduce the gap in work authorization.
H-1B Visa Clinical Data Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Clinical Data Specialist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as biostatistics, health informatics, clinical research, or life sciences. Roles that accept any bachelor's degree regardless of field are harder to qualify. USCIS evaluates the job duties, not just the title, so employers need to document why the specific degree field is required.
Which employers regularly sponsor H-1B visas for Clinical Data Specialists?
Pharmaceutical companies, contract research organizations, academic medical centers, and health technology firms are the most consistent sponsors for this role. You can identify employers with verified filing history by searching on Migrate Mate, which shows DOL Labor Condition Application data by occupation so you're not guessing at sponsorship willingness.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new clinical data employer without waiting for a new cap slot?
Yes. H-1B portability under AC21 allows you to transfer to a new employer as soon as the new employer files an I-129 transfer petition, as long as your original petition was approvable and your current status is valid. You don't re-enter the lottery. Work authorization at the new employer typically begins on the filing receipt date, not the approval date.
How does prevailing wage apply to Clinical Data Specialist H-1B petitions?
Your employer must pay you at least the prevailing wage for your SOC code, experience level, and work location, as certified through the LCA submitted to DOL before your I-129 petition. Clinical data roles classified under health informatics SOC codes can carry higher prevailing wages than general data entry codes. Use the OFLC Wage Search to verify the applicable wage levels for your target location.
What happens to my H-1B status if my clinical data project ends or my contract is cut short?
You have a 60-day grace period after your last day of employment to find a new sponsor, change status, or prepare to depart. If a new employer files an H-1B transfer petition within those 60 days, you can remain in the U.S. while USCIS adjudicates. Gaps longer than 60 days without an active petition put your status at risk, so starting your job search early is essential.