J-1 Visa Clinical Care Coordinator Jobs
Clinical Care Coordinator roles in the U.S. are accessible to international professionals through J-1 visa sponsorship, most commonly under the Trainee or Specialist program category. A State Department-designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019, while the healthcare facility or clinic acts as your host employer.
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EEO Statement:
UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Location Omaha, NE
Requisition Number: Staff_14948
Department Clinical Research Center 50000598
Business Unit Vice Chancellor for Research
Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular
Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM; Weekends if needed
Remote/Telecommuting No remote/telecommuting opportunity
Position Summary
Assists with the conduct of clinical research trials as directed by the Research Coordinator. Supports department operations through assigned responsibilities for clerical, compliance and general support tasks.
Position Details
Additional Information
Posting Category Research - Non Academic
Working Title Clinical Research Associate I
Job Title Clinical Research Associate L1
Salary Grade RA14H
Appointment Type C2 - REG OFF/SERV HRLY
Salary Range $18.990 - $28.510/hourly
Job Requisition Begin Date 08/25/2026
Application Review Date 09/08/2026
Review Date Information:
Initial application review will begin on the date provided in the field above. Applications received prior to this review date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education: High School education or equivalent
If any degree major/training is required, please specify the type. (NOTE: Concentration and minors are not equivalent to a major)
Healthcare, Science or related field.
(Will consider three years related education/experience)
Required Experience 3 years
If any experience is required, please specify what kind of experience:
Experience related to healthcare, laboratory and/or clinical research.
(Will consider three years related education/experience)
Required License No
If yes, what is the required licensure/certification?
NA
Required Computer Applications: Not Applicable
Required Other Computer Applications: NA
Required Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Basic computer proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to type 35 words per minute.
- Demonstrated strong writing skills to include creating basic correspondence, summarizing events for documentation, and assisting with the completion of regulatory documents.
- Strong organizational skills and demonstrated attention to detail.
- Ability to work effectively with department coworkers, research subjects and external customers.
- Must be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritize and problem solve.
- Ability to perform phlebotomy, specimen processing, and CLIA waived testing or have the willingness to learn.
- Familiarity with research equipment, supplies, and documents.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred Education: Associate's degree or equivalent
If any degree/training is preferred, please specify the type:
Health Science or related field
Preferred Experience:
Phlebotomy experience or experience related to healthcare, laboratory and/or clinical research
Preferred License: Yes
If yes, what is the preferred licensure/certification?:
Basic Life Support and Hazardous Shipping Certification within 3 months of employment
Preferred Computer Applications:
Preferred Other Computer Applications: NA
Preferred Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Proficiency with laboratory equipment, supplies, and documents.
- Proficiency with telecommunications systems and general office materials and equipment.
Requisition Details
EEO Statement:
UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Location Omaha, NE
Requisition Number: Staff_14948
Department Clinical Research Center 50000598
Business Unit Vice Chancellor for Research
Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular
Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM; Weekends if needed
Remote/Telecommuting No remote/telecommuting opportunity
Position Summary
Assists with the conduct of clinical research trials as directed by the Research Coordinator. Supports department operations through assigned responsibilities for clerical, compliance and general support tasks.
Position Details
Additional Information
Posting Category Research - Non Academic
Working Title Clinical Research Associate I
Job Title Clinical Research Associate L1
Salary Grade RA14H
Appointment Type C2 - REG OFF/SERV HRLY
Salary Range $18.990 - $28.510/hourly
Job Requisition Begin Date 08/25/2026
Application Review Date 09/08/2026
Review Date Information:
Initial application review will begin on the date provided in the field above. Applications received prior to this review date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education: High School education or equivalent
If any degree major/training is required, please specify the type. (NOTE: Concentration and minors are not equivalent to a major)
Healthcare, Science or related field.
(Will consider three years related education/experience)
Required Experience 3 years
If any experience is required, please specify what kind of experience:
Experience related to healthcare, laboratory and/or clinical research.
(Will consider three years related education/experience)
Required License No
If yes, what is the required licensure/certification?
NA
Required Computer Applications: Not Applicable
Required Other Computer Applications: NA
Required Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Basic computer proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to type 35 words per minute.
- Demonstrated strong writing skills to include creating basic correspondence, summarizing events for documentation, and assisting with the completion of regulatory documents.
- Strong organizational skills and demonstrated attention to detail.
- Ability to work effectively with department coworkers, research subjects and external customers.
- Must be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritize and problem solve.
- Ability to perform phlebotomy, specimen processing, and CLIA waived testing or have the willingness to learn.
- Familiarity with research equipment, supplies, and documents.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred Education: Associate's degree or equivalent
If any degree/training is preferred, please specify the type:
Health Science or related field
Preferred Experience:
Phlebotomy experience or experience related to healthcare, laboratory and/or clinical research
Preferred License: Yes
If yes, what is the preferred licensure/certification?:
Basic Life Support and Hazardous Shipping Certification within 3 months of employment
Preferred Computer Applications:
Preferred Other Computer Applications: NA
Preferred Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Proficiency with laboratory equipment, supplies, and documents.
- Proficiency with telecommunications systems and general office materials and equipment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Clinical Care Coordinator
Verify your credentials meet Trainee category requirements
The J-1 visa Trainee category requires a degree or professional certificate plus at least one year of experience outside the U.S. Gather transcripts, licensure documents, and employer letters before approaching any host organization.
Target healthcare systems with established J-1 host agreements
Hospitals, integrated health networks, and federally qualified health centers are most likely to have existing relationships with State Department-designated sponsors. Search Migrate Mate to find Clinical Care Coordinator roles at organizations already familiar with J-1 hosting obligations.
Confirm the host can articulate a structured training plan
Designated sponsors require a detailed Training or Internship Placement Plan. Before accepting an offer, ask the employer whether they've hosted J-1 participants before and whether a program supervisor can document your weekly learning objectives in writing.
Check whether your role triggers the two-year home residency requirement
Clinical Care Coordinator positions funded by a foreign government or falling under a skills shortage list in your home country may carry the two-year home residency requirement. Confirm your country and funding source with the designated sponsor before the DS-2019 is issued.
Align your program duration with the Trainee category ceiling
J-1 Trainee programs are capped at 18 months, with no extensions beyond that limit. Structure your offer letter and training timeline to fit within this window, and clarify with the sponsor what happens to your status if the host extends your role.
Negotiate the offer before the sponsor issues your DS-2019
Once the designated sponsor submits your DS-2019, the program category, host employer, and training objectives are locked. Resolve compensation, schedule, and role scope with the host before sponsorship paperwork moves forward to avoid costly amendments.
Clinical Care Coordinator J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Clinical Care Coordinator role?
Most Clinical Care Coordinators qualify under the J-1 Trainee category if they hold a relevant degree and at least one year of post-degree work experience outside the U.S. Professionals with significant specialized expertise may qualify under the Specialist category instead. Current students completing a practicum may use the Intern category, which has a 12-month ceiling.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Clinical Care Coordinator?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not the healthcare employer. Organizations like CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or AIPT issue the DS-2019 form and oversee program compliance. The hospital or clinic where you work is the host employer. These are two separate entities with distinct legal obligations under the J-1 program.
How do I find Clinical Care Coordinator positions where the host employer is open to J-1 participants?
Migrate Mate lets you filter for Clinical Care Coordinator roles at U.S. employers with documented experience hosting international professionals. Because J-1 hosting requires coordination with a designated sponsor, targeting organizations already familiar with the process significantly reduces the time between offer and DS-2019 issuance.
Can I transition from J-1 status to a work visa after my Clinical Care Coordinator program ends?
Possibly, but the two-year home residency requirement can block a direct transition to H-1B visa or other employer-sponsored visas if it applies to you. You'd need either a waiver from USCIS or to fulfill the residency obligation first. Confirm your waiver eligibility early in the process, not after your program concludes.
What documents does the host employer need to prepare for J-1 sponsorship?
The host employer typically provides a signed Training or Internship Placement Plan, proof of adequate insurance coverage, and confirmation of a designated program supervisor. The designated sponsor uses these materials to evaluate the placement before issuing the DS-2019. Delays almost always trace back to incomplete or vague training plan documentation from the host site.