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Clinical Trial Manager roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under USCIS guidelines, typically requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in life sciences, nursing, or a related field. Sponsors file your LCA with DOL before petitioning USCIS, and many CROs, biotech firms, and academic medical centers have active H-1B visa filing histories.
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Heartflow is a medical technology company advancing the diagnosis and management of coronary artery disease, the #1 cause of death worldwide, using cutting-edge technology. The flagship product—an AI-driven, non-invasive cardiac test supported by the ACC/AHA Chest Pain Guidelines called the Heartflow FFRCT Analysis—provides a color-coded, 3D model of a patient’s coronary arteries indicating the impact blockages have on blood flow to the heart. Heartflow is the first AI-driven non-invasive integrated heart care solution across the CCTA pathway that helps clinicians identify stenoses in the coronary arteries (RoadMap™Analysis), assess coronary blood flow (FFRCT Analysis), and characterize and quantify coronary atherosclerosis (Plaque Analysis). Our pipeline of products is growing and so is our team; join us in helping to revolutionize precision heartcare. Heartflow is a publicly traded company (HTFL) that has received international recognition for exceptional strides in healthcare innovation, is supported by medical societies around the world, cleared for use in the US, UK, Europe, Japan and Canada, and has been used for more than 500,000 patients worldwide.
This position is open for the Central Midwest region, with targeted cities but not limited to: Chicago, Illinois; Minneapolis, Minnesota; Dallas, Texas; Houston, Texas; Austin, Texas.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Clinical Trial Manager (CTM) is responsible for the oversight and management of all clinical operational activities at the trial and site level. The CTM will interact well with the Heartflow Clinical Research staff and collaborate effectively with Heartflow onsite and field staff, clinical research coordinators, principal investigators, and vendors to aid in ensuring clinical studies meet or exceed timelines and maintain high quality standards. The CTM will have demonstrated experience with clinical research study execution, exceptional organizational skills, excellent attention to detail, and will be comfortable working in a fast-paced start-up culture.
Job Responsibilities:
- Participates in clinical research activities including management of clinical study sites, management of study documentation, vendor management, and completion of project management tasks
- Develops clinical trial timelines, enrollment projections, and instructional materials in support of trial execution, including project, communication, monitoring, recruitment, risk mitigation, and contingency plans
- Participates in and leads process improvement activities within the department and cross functionally, including SOP development
- Conducts study start-up activities including the development of protocols, informed consent forms, source document worksheets, training presentations, etc.
- Reviews site regulatory documents (informed consents, IRB approvals, research agreements) to ensure compliance with study requirements and GCPs
- Maintains effective working relationships with investigators/investigational site research coordinators, and vendors including core labs and data management
- Perform other duties as required for successfully completing studies, as necessary
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to work in a smaller team environment with a willing, all hands on deck attitude
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and be comfortable working in an environment with shifting priorities
- High attention to detail, accuracy, and quality and able to effectively prioritize multiple projects
- Knowledge of ICH Guidelines, US FDA, and European clinical trial requirements and regulations
- Excellent written and oral English communication skills required
- Proficiency in computer programs and specifically in Microsoft office tools including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in science or health related field
- Demonstrated 5 years minimum relevant experience required
- Experience in cardiovascular medical device clinical research a plus
Travel required: up to 25%
COMPENSATION
A reasonable estimate of the base salary compensation range is $95,000 to $125,000 and cash bonus.
Heartflow is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to every aspect of employment at Heartflow, including recruitment, hiring, training, relocation, promotion, and termination.
Positions posted for Heartflow are not intended for or open to third party recruiters/agencies. Submission of any unsolicited resumes for these positions will be considered to be free referrals. Heartflow has become aware of a fraud where unknown entities are posing as Heartflow recruiters in an attempt to obtain personal information from individuals as part of our application or job offer process. Before providing any personal information to outside parties, please verify the following: A) all legitimate Heartflow recruiter email addresses end with “@heartflow.com” and B) the position described is found on our careers site at www.heartflow.com/about/careers/.
INTRODUCTION
Heartflow is a medical technology company advancing the diagnosis and management of coronary artery disease, the #1 cause of death worldwide, using cutting-edge technology. The flagship product—an AI-driven, non-invasive cardiac test supported by the ACC/AHA Chest Pain Guidelines called the Heartflow FFRCT Analysis—provides a color-coded, 3D model of a patient’s coronary arteries indicating the impact blockages have on blood flow to the heart. Heartflow is the first AI-driven non-invasive integrated heart care solution across the CCTA pathway that helps clinicians identify stenoses in the coronary arteries (RoadMap™Analysis), assess coronary blood flow (FFRCT Analysis), and characterize and quantify coronary atherosclerosis (Plaque Analysis). Our pipeline of products is growing and so is our team; join us in helping to revolutionize precision heartcare. Heartflow is a publicly traded company (HTFL) that has received international recognition for exceptional strides in healthcare innovation, is supported by medical societies around the world, cleared for use in the US, UK, Europe, Japan and Canada, and has been used for more than 500,000 patients worldwide.
This position is open for the Central Midwest region, with targeted cities but not limited to: Chicago, Illinois; Minneapolis, Minnesota; Dallas, Texas; Houston, Texas; Austin, Texas.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Clinical Trial Manager (CTM) is responsible for the oversight and management of all clinical operational activities at the trial and site level. The CTM will interact well with the Heartflow Clinical Research staff and collaborate effectively with Heartflow onsite and field staff, clinical research coordinators, principal investigators, and vendors to aid in ensuring clinical studies meet or exceed timelines and maintain high quality standards. The CTM will have demonstrated experience with clinical research study execution, exceptional organizational skills, excellent attention to detail, and will be comfortable working in a fast-paced start-up culture.
Job Responsibilities:
- Participates in clinical research activities including management of clinical study sites, management of study documentation, vendor management, and completion of project management tasks
- Develops clinical trial timelines, enrollment projections, and instructional materials in support of trial execution, including project, communication, monitoring, recruitment, risk mitigation, and contingency plans
- Participates in and leads process improvement activities within the department and cross functionally, including SOP development
- Conducts study start-up activities including the development of protocols, informed consent forms, source document worksheets, training presentations, etc.
- Reviews site regulatory documents (informed consents, IRB approvals, research agreements) to ensure compliance with study requirements and GCPs
- Maintains effective working relationships with investigators/investigational site research coordinators, and vendors including core labs and data management
- Perform other duties as required for successfully completing studies, as necessary
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to work in a smaller team environment with a willing, all hands on deck attitude
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and be comfortable working in an environment with shifting priorities
- High attention to detail, accuracy, and quality and able to effectively prioritize multiple projects
- Knowledge of ICH Guidelines, US FDA, and European clinical trial requirements and regulations
- Excellent written and oral English communication skills required
- Proficiency in computer programs and specifically in Microsoft office tools including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in science or health related field
- Demonstrated 5 years minimum relevant experience required
- Experience in cardiovascular medical device clinical research a plus
Travel required: up to 25%
COMPENSATION
A reasonable estimate of the base salary compensation range is $95,000 to $125,000 and cash bonus.
Heartflow is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to every aspect of employment at Heartflow, including recruitment, hiring, training, relocation, promotion, and termination.
Positions posted for Heartflow are not intended for or open to third party recruiters/agencies. Submission of any unsolicited resumes for these positions will be considered to be free referrals. Heartflow has become aware of a fraud where unknown entities are posing as Heartflow recruiters in an attempt to obtain personal information from individuals as part of our application or job offer process. Before providing any personal information to outside parties, please verify the following: A) all legitimate Heartflow recruiter email addresses end with “@heartflow.com” and B) the position described is found on our careers site at www.heartflow.com/about/careers/.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Clinical Trial Manager
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to clinical trial management. A nursing, biology, or public health degree typically qualifies; a general business degree usually doesn't. Get a credential evaluation if your degree is from outside the U.S.
Target CROs with consistent LCA filing histories
Contract Research Organizations file LCAs for Clinical Trial Manager roles far more consistently than most employers. Use the OFLC Wage Search to confirm a CRO has filed for your specific occupation code before investing time in their application process.
Check the O*NET profile before your interview
The O*NET occupation profile for Clinical Trial Managers defines the core tasks USCIS uses to evaluate specialty occupation status. Align your resume and interview answers to those defined duties so your employer's H-1B petition matches your actual role description.
Find H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Search Clinical Trial Manager roles on Migrate Mate to see which employers have verified H-1B filing histories in this occupation. Filter by employer type to prioritize CROs, biotech sponsors, and academic medical centers actively petitioning for this role.
Negotiate LCA filing before your start date
Your employer must file a certified LCA with DOL before submitting your H-1B petition to USCIS. Confirm your offer letter specifies a start date that gives at least 60 days of buffer for LCA certification and I-129 preparation.
Clarify multi-site work in your petition
Clinical Trial Managers often work across multiple trial sites, which requires separate LCA filings for each worksite location. Confirm your employer's immigration counsel accounts for all trial sites in the petition; missing a location is a common RFE trigger.
H-1B Visa Clinical Trial Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Clinical Trial Manager role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Clinical Trial Manager positions qualify as H-1B specialty occupations because they typically require at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as life sciences, nursing, or public health. USCIS evaluates whether the specific duties listed in your employer's petition match that degree requirement, so your job description needs to reflect the complexity and specialization of the role.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Clinical Trial Managers?
Contract Research Organizations, mid-size biotech companies, academic medical centers, and large pharmaceutical firms are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for this role. Smaller site management organizations occasionally sponsor but less reliably. You can search verified H-1B filing histories for Clinical Trial Manager positions on Migrate Mate to identify which employers are actively petitioning.
Can I work across multiple clinical trial sites on a single H-1B?
Only if your employer files a separate LCA for each worksite where you'll spend time. USCIS and DOL require LCA coverage for every physical location where H-1B work is performed. If your role involves rotating across sites in different metropolitan statistical areas, your employer's petition must include certified LCAs for each. This is a frequent oversight that leads to Requests for Evidence.
How does the H-1B prevailing wage requirement affect Clinical Trial Manager hiring?
Your employer must pay you at or above the prevailing wage for Clinical Trial Managers in your worksite's geographic area, as determined by DOL wage level data. You can look up the applicable wage using the OFLC Wage Search by entering the relevant occupation code and location. Employers who underpay relative to the prevailing wage risk LCA denial or audit.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer transfers me between clinical programs?
An internal transfer to a materially different role or title may require an amended H-1B petition filed with USCIS before the change takes effect. Moving from a coordinator-level function to a senior managerial one, or shifting from oncology trials to a different therapeutic area with distinct duties, can qualify as a material change. Confirm with your employer's immigration counsel before any role adjustment is finalized.