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Clinical Scientist jobs with H-1B visa sponsorship are concentrated at pharmaceutical companies, contract research organizations, and medical device firms. The role qualifies as a specialty occupation because it requires a bachelor's degree or higher in life sciences, pharmacy, or a related field. Employers file an I-129 petition with USCIS and a certified LCA with DOL before you start.
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Department: Laboratory
Schedule: Full Time Days 7a-3:30p and rotating weekends
Facility: Prime Healthcare St Francis Hospital
Location: Evanston, IL
Responsibilities:
Each individual performs those waived, moderate, or highly complex tests authorized by CLIA, responsibilities listed under CFR § 493.1425 and § 493.1495 and must possess a degree of skill commensurate with individual’s education, training or experience and technical abilities. Each individual performing the above procedures must:
- adhere to the laboratory’s procedures for the collection, processing, analysis, and reporting of patient test results,
- follow the laboratory’s established quality control policies and procedures in documenting all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications,
- be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance and either correct the problem or immediately notify your immediate supervisor, Director, or Medical Director,
- perform a wide variety of laboratory procedures requiring independent judgment using both manual and automated methods in Hematology, Blood Bank, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Microbiology, Immunology, and any other discipline as introduced into the laboratory,
- perform and document maintenance – daily, weekly, monthly, or as needed on instruments and equipment as appropriate,
- review the accuracy of patient results prior to releasing or reporting,
- recognize age specific differences in expected results for newborns to geriatrics,
- ensure that the testing of proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples and that collaboration with other laboratories is prohibited prior to the reporting of proficiency testing results to the appropriate agencies,
- may be required to perform venipuncture or capillary puncture on various age groups from newborn to geriatrics,
- assist in the development and maintenance of laboratory policies and procedures,
- adhere to all department and hospital policies and procedures related to safety, infection control, emergency preparedness, and human resources,
- in the absence of a supervisor, may be assigned/identified as Lead Tech, having responsibility for the section or department during their shift,
- may be assigned responsibilities related to LIS and/or POCT.
- other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
- ASCP certification, or equivalent, preferred.
- One year hospital laboratory work experience preferred, but not required.
- Bachelor’s Degree in chemical, physical, biological health science or Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited institution, or other educational requirements stated in CLIA (42 CFR 493.1423).
- Current and Valid State License if the laboratory is located in a state where required.
The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being.
PAY TRANSPARENCY:
Saint Francis Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $30.00 to $41.89. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full Time
SHIFT: Days
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
Overview:
Department: Laboratory
Schedule: Full Time Days 7a-3:30p and rotating weekends
Facility: Prime Healthcare St Francis Hospital
Location: Evanston, IL
Responsibilities:
Each individual performs those waived, moderate, or highly complex tests authorized by CLIA, responsibilities listed under CFR § 493.1425 and § 493.1495 and must possess a degree of skill commensurate with individual’s education, training or experience and technical abilities. Each individual performing the above procedures must:
- adhere to the laboratory’s procedures for the collection, processing, analysis, and reporting of patient test results,
- follow the laboratory’s established quality control policies and procedures in documenting all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications,
- be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance and either correct the problem or immediately notify your immediate supervisor, Director, or Medical Director,
- perform a wide variety of laboratory procedures requiring independent judgment using both manual and automated methods in Hematology, Blood Bank, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Microbiology, Immunology, and any other discipline as introduced into the laboratory,
- perform and document maintenance – daily, weekly, monthly, or as needed on instruments and equipment as appropriate,
- review the accuracy of patient results prior to releasing or reporting,
- recognize age specific differences in expected results for newborns to geriatrics,
- ensure that the testing of proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples and that collaboration with other laboratories is prohibited prior to the reporting of proficiency testing results to the appropriate agencies,
- may be required to perform venipuncture or capillary puncture on various age groups from newborn to geriatrics,
- assist in the development and maintenance of laboratory policies and procedures,
- adhere to all department and hospital policies and procedures related to safety, infection control, emergency preparedness, and human resources,
- in the absence of a supervisor, may be assigned/identified as Lead Tech, having responsibility for the section or department during their shift,
- may be assigned responsibilities related to LIS and/or POCT.
- other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
- ASCP certification, or equivalent, preferred.
- One year hospital laboratory work experience preferred, but not required.
- Bachelor’s Degree in chemical, physical, biological health science or Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited institution, or other educational requirements stated in CLIA (42 CFR 493.1423).
- Current and Valid State License if the laboratory is located in a state where required.
The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being.
PAY TRANSPARENCY:
Saint Francis Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $30.00 to $41.89. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full Time
SHIFT: Days
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Clinical Scientist
Align your degree to specialty occupation requirements
USCIS evaluates whether your degree field directly relates to your Clinical Scientist duties. A degree in biochemistry, pharmacology, or biomedical sciences maps cleanly. A general business or unrelated science degree creates RFE risk, so document coursework that connects to clinical research methodology.
Verify prevailing wages before accepting an offer
Your employer must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing level for your location and job title. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV wage tiers for your specific metro area before you finalize any compensation negotiation.
Target CROs and pharma companies with active LCA history
Pharmaceutical sponsors and contract research organizations file LCAs regularly for Clinical Scientist roles. Use Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified H-1B sponsorship history in clinical research, filtered by role and location, so you're applying where sponsorship is already established.
Confirm each worksite appears on your certified LCA
If your Clinical Scientist role requires work across multiple trial sites or sponsor facilities, each location needs its own certified LCA before you work there. Flag multi-site arrangements with your employer's immigration counsel early so the filing covers every worksite from day one.
Document GCP training and regulatory credentials upfront
Employers sponsoring Clinical Scientists for H-1B petitions strengthen their specialty occupation argument when your credential file includes Good Clinical Practice certification, IRB experience, or FDA-regulated trial work. Compile these before your offer letter stage, not after USCIS issues an RFE.
Account for cap selection timing in your job search calendar
H-1B cap selection rules have changed recently, so plan your Clinical Scientist job search to allow time for registration, petition filing, and a potential October 1 start date. Cap-exempt employers like hospitals, nonprofits, or universities can hire outside this window entirely.
H-1B Visa Clinical Scientist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Clinical Scientist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Clinical Scientist positions typically require at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as life sciences, pharmacy, or clinical research. USCIS looks at whether the role's core duties, including protocol design, data analysis, and regulatory submissions, require that specific degree-level knowledge. Employers should document the degree requirement in the job description and petition to avoid a Request for Evidence.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Clinical Scientist roles?
Pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology firms, contract research organizations, and medical device manufacturers are the most active H-1B sponsors for Clinical Scientists. Academic medical centers and federally funded research institutions are cap-exempt, meaning they can file petitions year-round without the annual cap constraint. Browse employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for clinical research roles on Migrate Mate.
How long does H-1B status last for a Clinical Scientist?
H-1B status is initially granted for up to three years and can be extended to a maximum of six years. Extensions beyond six years are possible only if a PERM labor certification or I-140 immigrant petition has been filed and meets specific timing thresholds under AC21 portability rules. Plan your green card timeline early if you intend to stay beyond the six-year cap.
What happens if my Clinical Scientist role involves multiple trial sites?
Each worksite where you perform H-1B-authorized duties needs its own certified LCA filed by your employer with DOL. This is a common issue in clinical research, where scientists rotate between sponsor offices, hospital sites, and CRO facilities. Your employer must post the LCA notice at each location and certify wages meeting the prevailing rate for each worksite's metro area, not just the primary office.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer mid-study or mid-trial?
Yes, H-1B portability allows you to begin working for a new employer once the new I-129 petition is filed with USCIS, without waiting for approval, as long as your previous status was lawfully maintained. For Clinical Scientists, continuity of Good Clinical Practice documentation and protocol responsibilities is worth coordinating carefully during the transfer to avoid gaps in your contribution record on active trials.