H-1B1 Singapore Visa Clinical Research Jobs
Clinical Research jobs in the U.S. are open to Singaporean nationals through the H-1B1 Singapore visa, which offers consulate-based processing, no lottery, and an annual cap of 5,400 that consistently goes unfilled. Sponsors file a Labor Condition Application with DOL before your interview, making sponsorship faster than the H-1B visa route for qualified candidates.
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At Lilly, the work is demanding because patients are waiting. We unite caring with discovery to help make life better for people around the world, knowing that every decision, every detail, and every day matters. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, our over 50,000 employees around the globe take on complex challenges to discover and deliver life-changing medicines, strengthen how health is understood and managed, and support the communities we serve. This is hard, urgent, selfless work—but it’s work worth doing. If you’re driven by purpose and ready to bring your best to work that truly matters for patients, we invite you to join us.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Eli Lilly and Company seeks a Clinical Research Director (P4-P5) to identify and deliver strategic initiatives in support of global clinical trials. Develop and optimize sponsor oversight documents, processes, and activities. Lead business integration, planning, and implementation efforts. Identify areas for process improvements and efficiency gains. Oversee vendor performance, productivity, and accountability. Evaluate consolidated quality elements, identify trends, and initiate actions to mitigate risk. Ensure inspection readiness related to vendor partnerships.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or a closely related scientific field followed by 5 years of progressively responsible experience with Phase 2 and Phase 3 Global trials for global Clinical Research. Experience must include a minimum of:
- 3 years of experience with managing global clinical research organizations or external vendor oversight for the execution of clinical trials
- 3 years of experience with quality management to ensure inspection readiness
- 3 years of experience with trial risk management
- 3 years of experience with clinical trial/site data analytics to ensure improved quality of clinical trial data
- Experience in utilizing Excel and Power BI for analysis and reporting and use of electronic data capture tools for patient reported outcomes
- Technical experience with and application of GCP ICH requirements for application across a global environment
Up to 25% domestic and international travel required.
LOCATION
Job location: Indianapolis, IN
To apply, please visit https://jobsearch.lilly.com/ and enter job requisition number R-107966 when prompted. Alternatively, please send your resume, cover letter, and a copy of the ad to: Eli Lilly and Company, Lilly Corporate Center, Drop Code 1093, Indianapolis, IN 46285.
Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form (https://careers.lilly.com/us/en/workplace-accommodation) for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response.
Lilly is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and are open to all employees. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia (AMECA), Black Employees at Lilly (BE@Lilly), Chinese Culture Network (CCN), EnAble, Evolve, Lilly Indian Network (LIN), Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), Pride (LGBTQ+ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN) and Women’s Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL).
COMPENSATION
Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is
$101,379.00 - $181,067.00 per year
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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INTRODUCTION
At Lilly, the work is demanding because patients are waiting. We unite caring with discovery to help make life better for people around the world, knowing that every decision, every detail, and every day matters. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, our over 50,000 employees around the globe take on complex challenges to discover and deliver life-changing medicines, strengthen how health is understood and managed, and support the communities we serve. This is hard, urgent, selfless work—but it’s work worth doing. If you’re driven by purpose and ready to bring your best to work that truly matters for patients, we invite you to join us.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Eli Lilly and Company seeks a Clinical Research Director (P4-P5) to identify and deliver strategic initiatives in support of global clinical trials. Develop and optimize sponsor oversight documents, processes, and activities. Lead business integration, planning, and implementation efforts. Identify areas for process improvements and efficiency gains. Oversee vendor performance, productivity, and accountability. Evaluate consolidated quality elements, identify trends, and initiate actions to mitigate risk. Ensure inspection readiness related to vendor partnerships.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or a closely related scientific field followed by 5 years of progressively responsible experience with Phase 2 and Phase 3 Global trials for global Clinical Research. Experience must include a minimum of:
- 3 years of experience with managing global clinical research organizations or external vendor oversight for the execution of clinical trials
- 3 years of experience with quality management to ensure inspection readiness
- 3 years of experience with trial risk management
- 3 years of experience with clinical trial/site data analytics to ensure improved quality of clinical trial data
- Experience in utilizing Excel and Power BI for analysis and reporting and use of electronic data capture tools for patient reported outcomes
- Technical experience with and application of GCP ICH requirements for application across a global environment
Up to 25% domestic and international travel required.
LOCATION
Job location: Indianapolis, IN
To apply, please visit https://jobsearch.lilly.com/ and enter job requisition number R-107966 when prompted. Alternatively, please send your resume, cover letter, and a copy of the ad to: Eli Lilly and Company, Lilly Corporate Center, Drop Code 1093, Indianapolis, IN 46285.
Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form (https://careers.lilly.com/us/en/workplace-accommodation) for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response.
Lilly is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and are open to all employees. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia (AMECA), Black Employees at Lilly (BE@Lilly), Chinese Culture Network (CCN), EnAble, Evolve, Lilly Indian Network (LIN), Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), Pride (LGBTQ+ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN) and Women’s Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL).
COMPENSATION
Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is
$101,379.00 - $181,067.00 per year
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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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Clinical Research Jobs
Align your credentials with SOC codes
Clinical Research roles span multiple Standard Occupational Classification codes, from Medical Scientists to Clinical Research Coordinators. Pull the O*NET profile for your target title to confirm the degree field and experience requirements employers will cite in your LCA filing.
Target employers with active LCA filings
Use Migrate Mate to filter Clinical Research roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for H-1B1 Singapore positions. This tells you which sponsors already understand the consulate-only process and won't need educating.
Verify your protocol experience matches specialty occupation
Clinical Research roles must qualify as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Document specific protocol types, GCP certifications, and therapeutic areas you've managed, since officers assess job duties against your degree at the consulate.
Confirm your employer files the LCA before your interview
Unlike H-1B, your employer submits the LCA to DOL for certification before you attend the consulate interview. Confirm LCA certification is complete and that your offer letter matches the certified wage level before scheduling your appointment at the U.S. Embassy in Singapore.
Check prevailing wage levels for your CRO or sponsor type
Contract Research Organizations and academic medical centers often pay differently for identical Clinical Research titles. Run your job title and work location through the OFLC Wage Search to know which wage level your employer must certify, and flag any mismatches before signing an offer.
Prepare for consulate questions on nonimmigrant intent
The H-1B1 visa does not permit dual intent, so the consular officer will assess whether you intend to return to Singapore. Bring documentation of ties to Singapore alongside your offer letter, certified LCA, and degree transcripts to address this directly during the interview.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Clinical Research qualify as a specialty occupation for the H-1B1 Singapore visa?
Yes, provided your specific role requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as life sciences, clinical pharmacology, or biomedical science. Generic coordinator titles where any bachelor's degree is accepted may face scrutiny. Employers typically document the degree requirement in the LCA and supporting job description to satisfy USCIS standards at the consulate.
How does the H-1B1 Singapore visa compare to the H-1B for Clinical Research professionals?
The H-1B1 Singapore visa has no lottery, a 5,400 annual cap that rarely fills, and is processed directly at the U.S. Embassy in Singapore without a USCIS petition. The H-1B requires employer sponsorship through USCIS and subjects you to a lottery. For Singaporean Clinical Research professionals with a qualifying offer, the H-1B1 is faster and more predictable.
How can I find Clinical Research employers who sponsor the H-1B1 Singapore visa?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by employers with active Labor Condition Application filing history for H-1B1 Singapore positions, so you can identify sponsors in Clinical Research who already understand the consulate-based process. This avoids wasting time on employers unfamiliar with the H-1B1 Singapore route or unwilling to file an LCA.
What documents do I need for my H-1B1 Singapore consulate interview in Clinical Research?
Bring your certified Labor Condition Application, signed offer letter matching the LCA wage level, degree transcripts and credentials in your specific clinical or scientific field, GCP certifications if relevant to your role, a valid Singaporean passport, and DS-160 confirmation. The officer will assess both your qualifications and your intent to return to Singapore after the visa period ends.
Can I change Clinical Research employers while on an H-1B1 Singapore visa?
Yes, but you must restart the process with the new employer. The new sponsor files a fresh LCA with DOL, and you attend a new consulate interview before beginning work. Unlike H-1B portability rules, there is no provision allowing you to start with the new employer while the application is pending, so plan your transition timeline accordingly.