H-1B Visa Clinical Research Nurse Jobs
Clinical Research Nurse roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations because they require at least a bachelor's degree in nursing plus an active RN license. Most sponsors are academic medical centers, pharmaceutical companies, and CROs filing LCAs under SOC code 29-1141. The 85,000-slot annual cap and lottery apply, but cap-exempt employers like university hospitals and nonprofit research institutions can file year-round.
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RSC CTSU - Rainbow
CTSU KUMed Temps
Position Title:
Clinical Research Nurse PRN - CTSU
Job Family Group:
Professional Staff
Job Description Summary:
Research Nurses play a critical role in implementing research projects. Typical duties listed on a Research Nurse resume are collecting and reviewing clinical data, assisting investigators, screening subjects, and providing support during procedures.
Job Description:
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
- Work as needed on a PRN basis primarily Monday through Friday with occasional extended hours or weekends.
- Perform procedures and/or administer Investigational Drugs in strict compliance to the study protocol, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's), and other state and local regulations as applicable.
- Oversee and monitor the well-being and safety of study participants; identify Adverse Events (AEs) and provide proper documentation and reporting of all AEs to study team.
- Ensure all required consent forms are obtained prior to any research activities.
- Provide clear and comprehensive documentation of study visit activities while adhering to the study protocol and the guidelines of Good Clinical Practice.
- Operate and maintain research equipment according to departmental policy.
- Support and encourage a cooperative work environment.
- May fulfill an interim clinical research coordinator (CRC) role for Principal Investigators who do not have their own CRC on staff.
- Ensure compliance with institutional and departmental policies along with each study's protocol by providing thorough review and documentation at each participant visit.
- Perform study defined procedures and assessments, including, but not limited to, vital signs, IV placement, drug administration, lab collection, lab processing, phlebotomy, electrocardiograms, etc. in strict compliance with the study protocol.
- Accurate documentation in participant records (paper and electronic, as applicable).
- Assist in troubleshooting problems.
- Utilize evidence-based practice methods to improve participant care and study conduct.
- Ensures data integrity by ensuring high quality source documentation is recorded within the electronic medical record and/or any other research related documents.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Required Qualifications
Certification:
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Kansas.
- Current BLS certification.
- Current ACLS certification.
Work Experience:
- At least 1 year experience in acute care nursing.
- Experience placing IV’s and administering IV infusions.
- Experience in acquiring ECG's, vital signs, height, and weight.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
Certification:
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of Missouri.
Work Experience:
- Experience in clinical research.
- Recent Emergency Room or Critical Care experience.
- Experience in Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook email, Word, and Excel.
Skills:
- Communication skills.
Required Documents:
- Resume/CV.
- Cover Letter.
Employee Type:
Temporary (Fixed Term)
Time Type:
Part time
Rate Type:
Hourly
Compensation Statement:
The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training, qualifications relative to the requirements of the position, and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center, a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range, taking into account the combination of factors listed above.
Pay Range:
$33.75 - $50.63
Minimum
$33.75
Midpoint
$42.16
Maximum
$50.63
Department:
RSC CTSU - Rainbow
CTSU KUMed Temps
Position Title:
Clinical Research Nurse PRN - CTSU
Job Family Group:
Professional Staff
Job Description Summary:
Research Nurses play a critical role in implementing research projects. Typical duties listed on a Research Nurse resume are collecting and reviewing clinical data, assisting investigators, screening subjects, and providing support during procedures.
Job Description:
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
- Work as needed on a PRN basis primarily Monday through Friday with occasional extended hours or weekends.
- Perform procedures and/or administer Investigational Drugs in strict compliance to the study protocol, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's), and other state and local regulations as applicable.
- Oversee and monitor the well-being and safety of study participants; identify Adverse Events (AEs) and provide proper documentation and reporting of all AEs to study team.
- Ensure all required consent forms are obtained prior to any research activities.
- Provide clear and comprehensive documentation of study visit activities while adhering to the study protocol and the guidelines of Good Clinical Practice.
- Operate and maintain research equipment according to departmental policy.
- Support and encourage a cooperative work environment.
- May fulfill an interim clinical research coordinator (CRC) role for Principal Investigators who do not have their own CRC on staff.
- Ensure compliance with institutional and departmental policies along with each study's protocol by providing thorough review and documentation at each participant visit.
- Perform study defined procedures and assessments, including, but not limited to, vital signs, IV placement, drug administration, lab collection, lab processing, phlebotomy, electrocardiograms, etc. in strict compliance with the study protocol.
- Accurate documentation in participant records (paper and electronic, as applicable).
- Assist in troubleshooting problems.
- Utilize evidence-based practice methods to improve participant care and study conduct.
- Ensures data integrity by ensuring high quality source documentation is recorded within the electronic medical record and/or any other research related documents.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Required Qualifications
Certification:
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Kansas.
- Current BLS certification.
- Current ACLS certification.
Work Experience:
- At least 1 year experience in acute care nursing.
- Experience placing IV’s and administering IV infusions.
- Experience in acquiring ECG's, vital signs, height, and weight.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
Certification:
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of Missouri.
Work Experience:
- Experience in clinical research.
- Recent Emergency Room or Critical Care experience.
- Experience in Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook email, Word, and Excel.
Skills:
- Communication skills.
Required Documents:
- Resume/CV.
- Cover Letter.
Employee Type:
Temporary (Fixed Term)
Time Type:
Part time
Rate Type:
Hourly
Compensation Statement:
The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training, qualifications relative to the requirements of the position, and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center, a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range, taking into account the combination of factors listed above.
Pay Range:
$33.75 - $50.63
Minimum
$33.75
Midpoint
$42.16
Maximum
$50.63
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Clinical Research Nurse
Verify your credentials before applying
USCIS requires proof that your nursing degree is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's. If you trained outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation from CGFNS before submitting petitions. An unevaluated foreign degree is a common RFE trigger for clinical nursing roles.
Target cap-exempt research employers strategically
Academic medical centers and nonprofit research hospitals are cap-exempt, meaning they can file your H-1B petition any time of year without entering the lottery. Prioritizing these employers removes the March registration window as a hard constraint on your job search timeline.
Use Migrate Mate to filter by LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers who have filed LCAs for clinical research nursing roles. DOL LCA disclosure data shows which sponsors have recent filing activity under the relevant SOC code, so you're targeting companies with a proven H-1B track record.
Confirm prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Run the OFLC Wage Search for SOC code 29-1141 in your target metro before you receive an offer. Your employer's LCA must certify a wage meeting at least Level I prevailing wage, and knowing the threshold in advance helps you catch underpayment before it causes a compliance issue.
Ask sponsors about GCP training documentation requirements
Many pharma and CRO sponsors require Good Clinical Practice certification as part of the specialty occupation justification. Confirm whether your prospective employer needs current GCP credentials in the petition package, since a lapsed or unverifiable certificate can delay LCA certification.
Understand the 60-day grace period if your role ends
If your clinical research position is terminated or your contract ends, USCIS allows a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer, change status, or depart. Don't wait until the final weeks to contact a new sponsor, because H-1B transfer petitions take time to prepare.
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Find Clinical Research Nurse JobsClinical Research Nurse H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Clinical Research Nurse role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. USCIS treats Clinical Research Nurse positions as specialty occupations because they require at minimum a bachelor's degree in nursing and an active RN license. The role falls under SOC code 29-1141, and the degree requirement is consistent across the field. Employers document this in the I-129 petition using the O*NET occupational profile and the job description.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Clinical Research Nurses?
Academic medical centers, university hospitals, pharmaceutical manufacturers, contract research organizations, and federally funded research institutes are the most active sponsors. Hospitals affiliated with universities are often cap-exempt, which means they can file your H-1B petition outside the annual lottery window. You can identify employers with active LCA filing history for this role on Migrate Mate.
Do I need a CGFNS evaluation to qualify for H-1B sponsorship as a nurse?
If you earned your nursing degree outside the U.S., most USCIS adjudicators will expect a credential evaluation demonstrating equivalency to a U.S. bachelor's degree. CGFNS is the recognized evaluation body for nursing credentials. Without this evaluation in the petition file, your employer's I-129 is vulnerable to a Request for Evidence challenging the specialty occupation classification.
How does the H-1B lottery affect my job search timeline as a Clinical Research Nurse?
Cap-subject employers must register you in USCIS's annual H-1B lottery, which opens in March for an October 1 start date. If your target employers are cap-exempt academic or nonprofit research institutions, this constraint doesn't apply and petitions can be filed year-round. Building your search around cap-exempt sponsors gives you flexibility if you miss a lottery cycle.
Can my H-1B be transferred if I move from one clinical research employer to another?
Yes. Under portability rules, you can start working for a new sponsoring employer once they file an H-1B transfer petition with USCIS, without waiting for approval. Your new employer must file a new I-129 and LCA. Gaps between positions create status risks, so coordinating the transfer filing timeline before you leave your current role is essential.
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