H-1B Visa Clinical Research Nurse Jobs
Clinical Research Nurse roles qualify as H-1B visa 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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A postdoctoral training position is available in the laboratory of Xinxin Song, M.D., Ph.D., in the Department of Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center. The Song Lab studies mechanisms of regulated cell death, cancer drug resistance, and tumor-microenvironment interactions, with an emphasis on KRAS-mutant cancers. Current projects include ferroptosis and cell-death crosstalk, mechanisms of resistance to KRAS-targeted therapies, and strategies to improve tumor immunogenicity and therapeutic response. The laboratory uses multidisciplinary approaches including biochemistry, molecular and cell biology, genetics, next-generation sequencing, drug screening, and animal models.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Candidates must hold a recent Ph.D. and/or M.D. degree in cancer biology, molecular biology, cell biology, biochemistry, pharmacology, or a related field.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong experience in molecular and cellular biology techniques is required, including mammalian cell culture, Western blotting, gene knockdown or knockout, microscopy, and functional cellular assays.
- Experience with mouse tumor models, organoids, bioinformatics, RNA sequencing, proteomics, or spatial biology is desirable but not required.
- Candidates should have a strong publication record or clear evidence of research productivity, good communication, organizational, and scientific writing skills, the ability to work both independently and collaboratively, and strong motivation, reliability, and a genuine interest in cancer research.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested individuals should send a CV, statement of interests, and a list of three references to:
Xinxin Song, M.D., Ph.D.
Xinxin.Song@UTSouthwestern.edu
LOCATION
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.
BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare – no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
INTRODUCTION
A postdoctoral training position is available in the laboratory of Xinxin Song, M.D., Ph.D., in the Department of Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center. The Song Lab studies mechanisms of regulated cell death, cancer drug resistance, and tumor-microenvironment interactions, with an emphasis on KRAS-mutant cancers. Current projects include ferroptosis and cell-death crosstalk, mechanisms of resistance to KRAS-targeted therapies, and strategies to improve tumor immunogenicity and therapeutic response. The laboratory uses multidisciplinary approaches including biochemistry, molecular and cell biology, genetics, next-generation sequencing, drug screening, and animal models.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Candidates must hold a recent Ph.D. and/or M.D. degree in cancer biology, molecular biology, cell biology, biochemistry, pharmacology, or a related field.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong experience in molecular and cellular biology techniques is required, including mammalian cell culture, Western blotting, gene knockdown or knockout, microscopy, and functional cellular assays.
- Experience with mouse tumor models, organoids, bioinformatics, RNA sequencing, proteomics, or spatial biology is desirable but not required.
- Candidates should have a strong publication record or clear evidence of research productivity, good communication, organizational, and scientific writing skills, the ability to work both independently and collaboratively, and strong motivation, reliability, and a genuine interest in cancer research.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested individuals should send a CV, statement of interests, and a list of three references to:
Xinxin Song, M.D., Ph.D.
Xinxin.Song@UTSouthwestern.edu
LOCATION
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.
BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare – no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
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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.
H-1B Visa Clinical Research Nurse: 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.