J-1 Visa Clinical Data Specialist Jobs
Clinical Data Specialist roles in the United States are typically available to exchange visitors under the J-1 Trainee or Research Scholar program category, depending on your career stage and host organization. Securing J-1 sponsorship requires a U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor to issue your DS-2019, separate from your host employer.
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Our corporate activities are growing rapidly, and we are currently seeking an office-based Clinical Data Intern to join our Data Management team in Cincinnati, OH.
Responsibilities
- Validate entry database designs
- Report metrics and data trends on projects
- Identify data conflicts and issues on projects
- Work with personnel from global research sites to resolve data conflicts
- Reconcile data from multiple sources
- Create and update study documentation on projects
- Participate as part of a team on various projects
QUALIFICATIONS
- Working towards a Bachelor's Degree in a Life Science or Health related field
- Strong attention to detail and experience in Excel and Word required
- GPA: 3.5 or above
MEDPACE OVERVIEW
Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO). We provide Phase I-IV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through its scientific and disciplined approach. We leverage local regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic disease, endocrinology, central nervous system, anti-viral and anti-infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, employing more than 5,000 people across 40+ countries.
WHY MEDPACE?
People. Purpose. Passion. Make a Difference Tomorrow. Join Us Today. The work we’ve done over the past 30+ years has positively impacted the lives of countless patients and families who face hundreds of diseases across all key therapeutic areas. The work we do today will improve the lives of people living with illness and disease in the future.
CINCINNATI PERKS
- Cincinnati Campus Overview
- Flexible work environment
- Competitive PTO packages, starting at 20+ days
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Company-sponsored employee appreciation events
- Employee health and wellness initiatives
- Community involvement with local nonprofit organizations
- Discounts on local sports games, fitness gyms and attractions
- Modern, ecofriendly campus with an on-site fitness center
- Structured career paths with opportunities for professional growth
- Discounted tuition for UC online programs
AWARDS
- Named a Top Workplace in 2024 by The Cincinnati Enquirer
- Recognized by Forbes as one of America's Most Successful Midsize Companies in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024
- Continually recognized with CRO Leadership Awards from Life Science Leader magazine based on expertise, quality, capabilities, reliability, and compatibility
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT
A Medpace team member will review your qualifications and, if interested, you will be contacted with details for next steps.
INTRODUCTION
Our corporate activities are growing rapidly, and we are currently seeking an office-based Clinical Data Intern to join our Data Management team in Cincinnati, OH.
Responsibilities
- Validate entry database designs
- Report metrics and data trends on projects
- Identify data conflicts and issues on projects
- Work with personnel from global research sites to resolve data conflicts
- Reconcile data from multiple sources
- Create and update study documentation on projects
- Participate as part of a team on various projects
QUALIFICATIONS
- Working towards a Bachelor's Degree in a Life Science or Health related field
- Strong attention to detail and experience in Excel and Word required
- GPA: 3.5 or above
MEDPACE OVERVIEW
Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO). We provide Phase I-IV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through its scientific and disciplined approach. We leverage local regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic disease, endocrinology, central nervous system, anti-viral and anti-infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, employing more than 5,000 people across 40+ countries.
WHY MEDPACE?
People. Purpose. Passion. Make a Difference Tomorrow. Join Us Today. The work we’ve done over the past 30+ years has positively impacted the lives of countless patients and families who face hundreds of diseases across all key therapeutic areas. The work we do today will improve the lives of people living with illness and disease in the future.
CINCINNATI PERKS
- Cincinnati Campus Overview
- Flexible work environment
- Competitive PTO packages, starting at 20+ days
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Company-sponsored employee appreciation events
- Employee health and wellness initiatives
- Community involvement with local nonprofit organizations
- Discounts on local sports games, fitness gyms and attractions
- Modern, ecofriendly campus with an on-site fitness center
- Structured career paths with opportunities for professional growth
- Discounted tuition for UC online programs
AWARDS
- Named a Top Workplace in 2024 by The Cincinnati Enquirer
- Recognized by Forbes as one of America's Most Successful Midsize Companies in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024
- Continually recognized with CRO Leadership Awards from Life Science Leader magazine based on expertise, quality, capabilities, reliability, and compatibility
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT
A Medpace team member will review your qualifications and, if interested, you will be contacted with details for next steps.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Clinical Data Specialist
Align your credentials with specialty occupation requirements
Your academic background in biostatistics, clinical informatics, or a life sciences field needs to map directly to the Clinical Data Specialist role description. Gaps between your degree field and the job title are a common reason designated sponsors reject training plan applications.
Identify host employers with active research infrastructure
Academic medical centers, contract research organizations, and pharmaceutical research sites are the host employer types most familiar with J-1 Trainee and Research Scholar program requirements. Target organizations already running IRB-approved trials or longitudinal data projects.
Search for J-1-compatible roles using Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Clinical Data Specialist positions by employers with a demonstrated history of hosting exchange visitors. This narrows your search to organizations already set up to work alongside a designated J-1 sponsor.
Confirm your host employer will sign the training plan
Your designated sponsor, whether IIE, Cultural Vistas, or another organization, requires a signed Training Plan (DS-7002) from the host employer before issuing your DS-2019. Confirm this willingness before accepting an offer, since many employers are unfamiliar with this step.
Check whether your category triggers the two-year rule
Research Scholar placements funded by a home government or international organization often carry a two-year home-country residency requirement. Verify your specific situation with your designated sponsor before you commit to a host, since this affects your post-exchange U.S. visa options.
Time your application around clinical data project cycles
Host employers in clinical research hire to project timelines, not calendar years. Starting conversations about a J-1 Trainee placement three to four months before a data collection or database lock phase gives your host enough lead time to complete the DS-7002 and sponsor intake process.
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Find Clinical Data Specialist JobsClinical Data Specialist J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Clinical Data Specialist role?
It depends on where you are in your career. Current students or recent graduates typically qualify under the J-1 Intern category. Professionals with at least one year of post-degree experience in clinical data management, biostatistics, or a related field generally apply under the J-1 Trainee category. Researchers affiliated with academic or scientific institutions may qualify under the Research Scholar category if the placement is structured around a defined research project.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Clinical Data Specialist?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as IIE, Cultural Vistas, or AIPT, not your host employer. The host employer offers you the position and signs your training plan, but the designated sponsor issues the DS-2019 form that makes the visa application possible. Conflating the two roles is one of the most common misconceptions exchange visitors encounter.
How do I find U.S. employers open to hosting J-1 Clinical Data Specialists?
Use Migrate Mate to identify Clinical Data Specialist roles at organizations with a history of hosting exchange visitors. Because the J-1 requires the host employer to co-sign a formal training plan, targeting employers already familiar with the DS-7002 process significantly reduces the risk of an offer falling through during the sponsorship intake stage.
Does the two-year home-country residency requirement apply to Clinical Data Specialists?
It can. The two-year home residency requirement under INA Section 212(e) applies when your exchange program is funded by your home government or a recognized international organization, or when your home country designated your field as one in which exchange visitors are needed. Your designated sponsor must flag this on your DS-2019. If it applies, you cannot change to most work visa categories, including H-1B or L-1, until you fulfill the requirement or obtain a waiver.
What documents does a Clinical Data Specialist need before the DS-2019 can be issued?
Your designated sponsor will typically require proof of your relevant academic degree, a detailed CV showing data management or clinical research experience, a signed training plan (DS-7002) from your host employer outlining objectives and supervision, and proof of health insurance meeting J-1 program minimums. Some sponsors also require an English proficiency statement. Assemble these before your host employer submits the intake application to avoid delays.
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