H-1B Visa Clinical Research Jobs
Clinical research roles, including clinical research coordinators, associates, and managers, qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations because they require at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Sponsors file an LCA with the DOL before petitioning USCIS, and cap-subject registrations open each March for an October 1 start date.
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Join the forefront of groundbreaking research at the Beckman Research Institute of City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. Our dedicated and compassionate faculty and staff are driven by a common mission: Contribute to innovative approaches in predicting, preventing, and curing diseases, shaping the future of medicine through cutting-edge research.
Led by Dr. Ajay Goel, Professor and Founding Chair of the Department of Molecular Diagnostics and Experimental Therapeutics, our multidisciplinary research group comprises basic researchers, gastroenterologists, surgeons, oncologists, and bioinformaticians, undertaking several collaborative projects involving large international consortia. This position has the potential to become tenure-track upon the receipt of grant funding lasting 3-5 years from a federal agency.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Join us as a Clinical Research Associate, where you'll manage multiple research protocols to ensure efficiency and regulatory compliance while attending clinics as needed. You'll handle data compilation, registration, and submission, and maintain an effective system for data flow. Benefit from mentorship by experienced staff in a dynamic research environment.
Our research focuses on translational studies of the genomic and epigenomic characterization of various gastrointestinal cancers (GI), including colorectal, pancreatic, gastric, esophageal, and hepatocellular cancers. Our group performs cutting-edge research in GI oncology, is very productive, and publishes in high-impact journals such as Nature Cancer, Nature Communications, Nature Biotechnology, Nature Reviews Gastroenterology and Hepatology, New England Journal of Medicine, CA: A Journal for Clinicians, Gastroenterology, Cancer Cell, PNAS, JAMA Oncology, JNCI, Cancer Research, Clinical Cancer Research, Annals of Surgery, etc.
As a successful candidate, you will:
- Manage and maintain protocol documentation and regulatory documents for IRB, DSMB, and PRMC/CPRMC.
- Compile, submit, and process data and specimens per protocol requirements, ensuring accuracy and safety.
- Establish and maintain professional relationships with patients and hospital staff while ensuring confidentiality.
- Assist in patient recruitment, protocol-related tests, and evaluations, and perform protocol-specific duties.
- Conduct research activities under close supervision, including laboratory experiments in microbiology, molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry, and informatics.
- Identify and communicate protocol and data management issues to the supervisor, maintain professional development, and ensure an organized work environment.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate’s Degree. Experience may substitute for minimum education requirements.
- One year in a health care setting, preferably research, with medical terminology and writing skills is preferred.
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
COMPENSATION
City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.
EEO STATEMENT
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.
To learn more about our Comprehensive Benefits, please CLICK HERE.
Please note: City of Hope is committed to a safe and transparent hiring experience. Please be aware that scammers may attempt to impersonate our organization through fake job postings, emails or interviews.
- Apply only through our official website or trusted partner platforms.
- City of Hope will never request payment or fees at any stage of the hiring process.
- We will not request sensitive personal or financial information prior to the acceptance of a formal offer.
- All communications will come from official@coh.org email addresses.
- Interviews are conducted only through approved, professional channels.
- Be cautious of unsolicited communications, urgent requests or opportunities that seem inconsistent with standard hiring practices.
- If you receive any suspicious communication, please report it to careers@coh.org.
INTRODUCTION
Join the forefront of groundbreaking research at the Beckman Research Institute of City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. Our dedicated and compassionate faculty and staff are driven by a common mission: Contribute to innovative approaches in predicting, preventing, and curing diseases, shaping the future of medicine through cutting-edge research.
Led by Dr. Ajay Goel, Professor and Founding Chair of the Department of Molecular Diagnostics and Experimental Therapeutics, our multidisciplinary research group comprises basic researchers, gastroenterologists, surgeons, oncologists, and bioinformaticians, undertaking several collaborative projects involving large international consortia. This position has the potential to become tenure-track upon the receipt of grant funding lasting 3-5 years from a federal agency.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Join us as a Clinical Research Associate, where you'll manage multiple research protocols to ensure efficiency and regulatory compliance while attending clinics as needed. You'll handle data compilation, registration, and submission, and maintain an effective system for data flow. Benefit from mentorship by experienced staff in a dynamic research environment.
Our research focuses on translational studies of the genomic and epigenomic characterization of various gastrointestinal cancers (GI), including colorectal, pancreatic, gastric, esophageal, and hepatocellular cancers. Our group performs cutting-edge research in GI oncology, is very productive, and publishes in high-impact journals such as Nature Cancer, Nature Communications, Nature Biotechnology, Nature Reviews Gastroenterology and Hepatology, New England Journal of Medicine, CA: A Journal for Clinicians, Gastroenterology, Cancer Cell, PNAS, JAMA Oncology, JNCI, Cancer Research, Clinical Cancer Research, Annals of Surgery, etc.
As a successful candidate, you will:
- Manage and maintain protocol documentation and regulatory documents for IRB, DSMB, and PRMC/CPRMC.
- Compile, submit, and process data and specimens per protocol requirements, ensuring accuracy and safety.
- Establish and maintain professional relationships with patients and hospital staff while ensuring confidentiality.
- Assist in patient recruitment, protocol-related tests, and evaluations, and perform protocol-specific duties.
- Conduct research activities under close supervision, including laboratory experiments in microbiology, molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry, and informatics.
- Identify and communicate protocol and data management issues to the supervisor, maintain professional development, and ensure an organized work environment.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate’s Degree. Experience may substitute for minimum education requirements.
- One year in a health care setting, preferably research, with medical terminology and writing skills is preferred.
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
COMPENSATION
City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.
EEO STATEMENT
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.
To learn more about our Comprehensive Benefits, please CLICK HERE.
Please note: City of Hope is committed to a safe and transparent hiring experience. Please be aware that scammers may attempt to impersonate our organization through fake job postings, emails or interviews.
- Apply only through our official website or trusted partner platforms.
- City of Hope will never request payment or fees at any stage of the hiring process.
- We will not request sensitive personal or financial information prior to the acceptance of a formal offer.
- All communications will come from official@coh.org email addresses.
- Interviews are conducted only through approved, professional channels.
- Be cautious of unsolicited communications, urgent requests or opportunities that seem inconsistent with standard hiring practices.
- If you receive any suspicious communication, please report it to careers@coh.org.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Clinical Research
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to clinical research, life sciences, biology, nursing, or public health typically qualify. A business or general science degree alone may trigger an RFE, so get a credential evaluation before applying.
Target CROs and academic medical centers first
Contract research organizations and academic medical centers file LCAs consistently across fiscal years. Filter DOL LCA disclosure data by SOC code 19-1042 using the OFLC Wage Search to identify which sponsors file for clinical research coordinators specifically.
Search verified sponsors on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate surfaces employers with confirmed LCA filing history for clinical research roles, so you're not guessing at sponsorship willingness. Filter by role type to find active openings at organizations already approved to hire H-1B workers in your specialty.
Request premium processing before OPT expires
If you're transitioning from OPT, ask your employer to file with premium processing so USCIS adjudicates within 15 business days. This protects you from a gap if your EAD end date is close to the October 1 cap start.
Understand prevailing wage levels for your site
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for the specific work location, not just the city. Use O*NET code 19-1042 and the OFLC Wage Search to check Level I through IV wages before evaluating any offer.
Confirm GCP certification strengthens your petition
Good Clinical Practice certification isn't a USCIS requirement, but it signals specialized training that supports the specialty occupation argument in your I-129 petition. Employers filing for clinical research coordinators often include it in the supporting documentation package.
H-1B Visa Clinical Research: Frequently Asked Questions
Do clinical research coordinator roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as life sciences, biology, nursing, or public health. USCIS evaluates both the job duties and the degree requirement stated in the offer letter. Roles where any bachelor's degree is accepted regardless of field are harder to qualify, so the job description wording matters significantly.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for clinical research jobs?
Contract research organizations, pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology firms, and academic medical centers are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for clinical research roles. You can confirm which specific employers have filed Labor Condition Applications for these positions by reviewing DOL LCA disclosure data, or by searching Migrate Mate, which filters job listings to verified H-1B sponsors in the clinical research field.
Can I work as a clinical research associate on a STEM OPT extension before H-1B?
Yes, if your degree is in a STEM-designated field and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify, you can apply for a 24-month STEM OPT extension using your EAD. The clinical research associate role must be directly related to your degree program. Your DSO must update your SEVIS record and USCIS must approve the extension before your current EAD expires.
What happens to my H-1B petition if the clinical trial I'm working on ends?
Your H-1B status is tied to your employer and approved petition, not to a specific project. If your employer terminates you before your petition expires, you enter a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsor, change status, or depart. A new employer can file an H-1B transfer petition, and you can begin working for them once USCIS receives the filing, not after approval.
Does a master's degree in clinical research improve my H-1B petition?
A master's degree strengthens your specialty occupation argument by demonstrating advanced, field-specific training directly aligned with the role. It also places you in a higher DOL prevailing wage level, which your employer must meet or exceed in the LCA. Some employers specifically seek master's-level candidates for clinical research manager or senior CRA roles because the advanced degree simplifies USCIS adjudication.