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Clinical Research Scientists consistently qualify as H-1B specialty occupations because the role requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as life sciences, pharmacology, or biostatistics. Pharma, biotech, and contract research organizations sponsor H-1B petitions regularly for this title, making it one of the more reliable paths for international researchers.
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At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.
Medical Affairs Clinical Research Scientist
U.S. Medical Affairs – Cardiometabolic Health
Organization Overview
The U.S. Medical Affairs Cardiometabolic Health organization provides scientific leadership to support Lilly’s cardiometabolic portfolio across launch and lifecycle. The team partners closely with global and U.S. Medical, Clinical Development, Commercial, Regulatory, and Patient Safety colleagues to generate evidence, translate science, and enable compliant scientific exchange with external stakeholders. This role reports through the Associate VP – U.S. Medical Strategy & Integration – Cardiometabolic Health organization and contributes to execution of the U.S. medical strategy.
Position Overview
You will execute defined components of the U.S. medical strategy by owning assigned Medical Affairs activities across evidence generation, scientific communication, and external engagement. Acting within an integrated brand and portfolio framework, you will translate scientific data into actionable insights, support high-quality scientific exchange, and ensure deliverables meet governance and compliance standards.
Core Responsibilities
- Execute assigned components of the U.S. medical strategy in alignment with brand and portfolio priorities.
- Contribute to evidence generation initiatives by leading assigned workstreams or analyses and translating data into Medical Affairs insights.
- Develop, update, and deliver high-quality scientific communications with accountability for content accuracy and rigor.
- Engage externally with healthcare professionals and scientific stakeholders to conduct compliant scientific exchange and capture insights.
- Plan and deliver Advisory Boards and scientific interactions, including content development and synthesis of outcomes.
- Own assigned Medical Affairs materials through Medical/Legal/Regulatory (MLR) review and ensure compliance with governance requirements.
Basic Requirements (Minimum Qualifications)
- BS in relevant scientific discipline and a minimum of 7 years in pharmaceutical medical affairs, clinical research or scientific communications -OR- an PharmD/PhD/MD in a relevant scientific discipline and a minimum 1 years in pharmaceutical medical affairs, clinical research, or scientific communications
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience in a publications or scientific communications role.
- Cardiometabolic disease expertise preferred.
- Strong scientific writing skills, including development of manuscripts, abstracts, and presentations.
- Strong cross-functional collaboration skills in a matrixed environment.
Additional Information
Position located in the United States; travel is required as business needs dictate.
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Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is
$151,500 - $266,200
Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities). Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.
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Align your degree to the protocol
USCIS scrutinizes whether your specific degree field matches your clinical research duties. A pharmacology or biostatistics degree paired with GCP training strengthens the specialty occupation argument more than a general biology degree alone.
Target CROs over smaller sponsors
Contract research organizations like IQVIA, Labcorp Drug Development, and PRA Health Sciences file H-1B petitions in volume and have established immigration infrastructure. Their HR teams understand LCA timelines and won't need educating on the process.
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Clinical Research Scientists fall under SOC 19-1042. Use Migrate Mate to filter verified H-1B sponsors by this occupation code, so you're targeting employers with documented LCA filing history for your exact role type.
Request the prevailing wage tier early
Ask your prospective employer which DOL prevailing wage level they intend to file at before you negotiate salary. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check Level I through Level IV wage bands for your metro area so you can verify the offer meets the certified LCA wage.
Document your clinical trial experience precisely
Your resume and reference letters should name specific phases (Phase I, II, III), therapeutic areas, and regulatory frameworks (ICH E6, FDA 21 CFR Part 11). Vague experience descriptions invite RFEs; protocol-specific language does not.
Confirm cap-exempt status for academic medical centers
Universities and affiliated academic medical centers are cap-exempt under USCIS rules, meaning your petition can be filed outside the April lottery window and at any time of year. This matters if you're weighing an industry role against a hospital-based clinical research position.
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Does a Clinical Research Scientist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS consistently recognizes Clinical Research Scientist positions as specialty occupations because the role requires a theoretical and practical application of highly specialized knowledge, typically in life sciences, pharmacology, or biostatistics, and a minimum of a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. The O*NET profile for this occupation confirms a job zone requiring advanced education.
Which types of employers most commonly sponsor H-1B visas for this role?
Pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology firms, and contract research organizations file the majority of H-1B petitions for Clinical Research Scientists. Academic medical centers and hospital systems also sponsor frequently and carry the additional advantage of cap-exempt status. Browse Migrate Mate to see which employers have verified LCA filing history specifically for clinical research roles.
What happens to my H-1B status if a clinical trial ends and my project is discontinued?
If your employment ends, you have a 60-day grace period under USCIS rules to find a new sponsoring employer, file a change of status, or depart the U.S. Your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before you begin working. Preserving pay stubs and your I-94 record throughout the transition protects your status documentation.
Can my employer file my H-1B petition outside the annual cap?
Only if your employer qualifies as cap-exempt, meaning it is an institution of higher education, a nonprofit affiliated with such an institution, or a nonprofit or government research organization. Most private pharma and CRO employers are cap-subject, so timing your offer to allow for the April lottery registration window is essential for those positions.
How does the DOL prevailing wage apply to Clinical Research Scientist salaries on an H-1B?
Your employer must file a Labor Condition Application certifying that your offered salary meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for your occupation and geographic area. The DOL assigns one of four wage levels based on experience and complexity. You can verify the applicable range using the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer to confirm the LCA wage tier matches your role.
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