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Clinical Project Manager roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under USCIS guidelines, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in life sciences, nursing, or a related clinical field. Pharma, biotech, and CRO employers sponsor H-1B visas for CPMs regularly, making this one of the more accessible paths for international clinical professionals.
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The Senior Clinical Project Manager is responsible for the management of all aspects of clinical trial conduct at the TRIAD Center including regulatory compliance, patient safety, data quality and personnel management. The ideal candidate will have proven senior management experience with excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills. Under the direction of the Center Director and Associate Director, this person will independently manage, coordinate, and provide oversight of clinical research study conduct across multiple research studies and trials at multiple clinical sites. In addition, this person will serve in a key management and administrative role for all clinical research projects conducted at the TRIAD Center through the management of the clinical research team and ensuring compliance with established protocols, study timelines as well as institutional, local, and federal requirements.
The Clinical Research Project Manager is required to have an advanced knowledge of protocol requirements and good clinical practices as set forth by federal regulations. In addition, the Clinical Research Project Manager will support the development of research projects including proposal applications, scientific study design, IRB protocols, budgets, contracts, personnel recruitment, hiring, and training, as well as reports on expenses, progress, and effort in collaboration with the Associate Director. The Clinical Research Project Manager will work closely with superiors and executive-level management to define strategic goals for the Center as well as develop and implement operational plans in order to achieve said goals. Furthermore, the candidate will develop, oversee, and maintain relationships with Institutional Review Board, internal and external investigators, other personnel at external clinical sites, funding sponsors, vendors, and other key stakeholders.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree required
- At least three (3) years management experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Preferred Master’s, Ph.D or M.D
- 5+ years of experience managing and training clinical research staff
- 5+ years of experience conducting cardiovascular research studies
- Certification as a Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC through the Association of Clinical Research Professionals or ACRP) OR Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP through the Society of Clinical Research Associates or SoCRA) is strongly desired.
- Regulatory Affairs Certification (RAC), Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC), Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP), or Certified IRB Professional (CIP) preferred
- Proven ability to plan and manage operational processes for maximum efficiency and productivity
- Outstanding organizational, negotiation, communication, and leadership, and people skills demonstrated by previous professional success
- Proven ability to develop innovative solutions for increased productivity
- Working and in-depth knowledge of FDA, ICH GCP, and other regulatory compliance guidelines
- Working and in-depth knowledge of federal regulations and IRB procedures
- Working and in-depth knowledge of IRB submission process and requirements
- Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and leadership abilities
- Outstanding negotiation, communication and people skills
- In-depth knowledge of diverse operations functions and principles (e.g., resource management, finance)
- Ability to maintain confidentiality in all work performed
- Ability to acquire and maintain all required CITI training certificates
- Ability to acquire and maintain credentialing at all required institutions including Tulane Medical Center, University Medical Center, Touro Infirmary, East Jefferson Hospital
- Proven track record of successful clinical trial management including history of overseeing clinical research studies that are completed on time, within budget, and to the satisfaction of stakeholders
Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person’s race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane’s employment or educational programs or activities.
Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at 504-865-4748 or by email at hr@tulane.edu.
INTRODUCTION
The Senior Clinical Project Manager is responsible for the management of all aspects of clinical trial conduct at the TRIAD Center including regulatory compliance, patient safety, data quality and personnel management. The ideal candidate will have proven senior management experience with excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills. Under the direction of the Center Director and Associate Director, this person will independently manage, coordinate, and provide oversight of clinical research study conduct across multiple research studies and trials at multiple clinical sites. In addition, this person will serve in a key management and administrative role for all clinical research projects conducted at the TRIAD Center through the management of the clinical research team and ensuring compliance with established protocols, study timelines as well as institutional, local, and federal requirements.
The Clinical Research Project Manager is required to have an advanced knowledge of protocol requirements and good clinical practices as set forth by federal regulations. In addition, the Clinical Research Project Manager will support the development of research projects including proposal applications, scientific study design, IRB protocols, budgets, contracts, personnel recruitment, hiring, and training, as well as reports on expenses, progress, and effort in collaboration with the Associate Director. The Clinical Research Project Manager will work closely with superiors and executive-level management to define strategic goals for the Center as well as develop and implement operational plans in order to achieve said goals. Furthermore, the candidate will develop, oversee, and maintain relationships with Institutional Review Board, internal and external investigators, other personnel at external clinical sites, funding sponsors, vendors, and other key stakeholders.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree required
- At least three (3) years management experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Preferred Master’s, Ph.D or M.D
- 5+ years of experience managing and training clinical research staff
- 5+ years of experience conducting cardiovascular research studies
- Certification as a Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC through the Association of Clinical Research Professionals or ACRP) OR Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP through the Society of Clinical Research Associates or SoCRA) is strongly desired.
- Regulatory Affairs Certification (RAC), Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC), Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP), or Certified IRB Professional (CIP) preferred
- Proven ability to plan and manage operational processes for maximum efficiency and productivity
- Outstanding organizational, negotiation, communication, and leadership, and people skills demonstrated by previous professional success
- Proven ability to develop innovative solutions for increased productivity
- Working and in-depth knowledge of FDA, ICH GCP, and other regulatory compliance guidelines
- Working and in-depth knowledge of federal regulations and IRB procedures
- Working and in-depth knowledge of IRB submission process and requirements
- Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and leadership abilities
- Outstanding negotiation, communication and people skills
- In-depth knowledge of diverse operations functions and principles (e.g., resource management, finance)
- Ability to maintain confidentiality in all work performed
- Ability to acquire and maintain all required CITI training certificates
- Ability to acquire and maintain credentialing at all required institutions including Tulane Medical Center, University Medical Center, Touro Infirmary, East Jefferson Hospital
- Proven track record of successful clinical trial management including history of overseeing clinical research studies that are completed on time, within budget, and to the satisfaction of stakeholders
Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person’s race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane’s employment or educational programs or activities.
Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at 504-865-4748 or by email at hr@tulane.edu.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Clinical Project Manager
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to clinical project management. A life sciences, nursing, pharmacy, or public health degree is strongest. A general business degree alone may trigger an RFE, so gather transcripts and a credential evaluation before applying.
Target CROs and pharma sponsors by LCA history
Contract research organizations and large pharma companies file LCAs for CPM roles far more consistently than hospital systems. Use Migrate Mate to filter employers with verified H-1B filing history specifically for clinical operations job titles before you apply.
Request the LCA before accepting any offer
Your employer must file a certified LCA with DOL before USCIS can approve your H-1B petition. Ask your recruiter for the LCA job title and SOC code during offer negotiations to confirm the role is classified correctly for a CPM position.
Confirm prevailing wage tier matches your offer
DOL sets four prevailing wage levels for each SOC code and metro area. Run your job title and work location through the OFLC Wage Search to confirm your offered salary meets at least Level I before your employer files. A wage below the certified level will invalidate your LCA.
Flag cap-exempt employers if you need immediate start
Nonprofits affiliated with universities or hospitals conducting qualifying research are cap-exempt, meaning they can file your H-1B petition outside the annual lottery and at any time of year. Academic medical centers and nonprofit CROs often fall into this category.
Document GCP training and therapeutic area experience
USCIS officers sometimes issue RFEs questioning whether a CPM role truly requires a specialty degree. A portfolio showing ICH-GCP certifications, Phase II or III trial documentation, and protocol management experience strengthens the specialty occupation argument your employer's attorney will make.
H-1B Visa Clinical Project Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Clinical Project Manager role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS treats Clinical Project Manager positions as specialty occupations when the employer requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as life sciences, nursing, pharmacy, or clinical research. Roles that accept any bachelor's degree regardless of field are more vulnerable to RFEs, so the job description and LCA framing matter significantly.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Clinical Project Manager roles?
Contract research organizations, global pharma and biotech companies, and medical device manufacturers are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for CPM positions. Academic medical centers and nonprofit research institutions can also sponsor, often as cap-exempt employers. You can search verified H-1B sponsoring employers for clinical operations roles directly on Migrate Mate.
What SOC code is typically used for Clinical Project Manager H-1B filings?
Employers most commonly file CPM H-1B petitions under SOC 11-9111 (Medical and Health Services Managers) or 13-1041 (Compliance Officers), depending on the role's primary function. The SOC code affects the prevailing wage level DOL certifies on the LCA, so confirm the classification with your employer before the petition is filed.
Can I switch employers while on H-1B and continue working as a Clinical Project Manager?
Yes, H-1B portability under AC21 lets you change employers and maintain work authorization once your new employer files an H-1B transfer petition, as long as your original petition has been approved and your status is valid. You can start working for the new employer as soon as the transfer petition is filed, not just after approval.
What if my H-1B lottery registration isn't selected for a Clinical Project Manager role?
If you're not selected, explore employers with cap-exempt status, such as nonprofit research hospitals or university-affiliated CROs, which can file outside the lottery entirely. O*NET classifies clinical project management work under a job zone that may also support O-1A extraordinary ability petitions for CPMs with a strong track record of trial leadership or published research contributions.