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Clinical Director roles in the U.S. are accessible to qualified international professionals through J-1 visa sponsorship, typically under the Specialist or Research Scholar program category. Designated sponsor organizations issue the DS-2019 and oversee program compliance while you work with a U.S. host employer in a senior clinical leadership capacity.
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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 in Clinical Director
Verify your credentials meet specialty occupation standards
Clinical Director positions require documented evidence of advanced clinical training and leadership experience. Gather your degree transcripts, licensure records, and professional references before approaching any designated sponsor, as incomplete credential packets are a common reason DS-2019 issuance is delayed.
Identify host employers with active J-1 hosting history
Search for hospitals, health systems, and federally qualified health centers that have previously hosted J-1 visa exchange visitors in clinical leadership roles. Use Migrate Mate to filter U.S. employers by role type and sponsorship history so you target organizations already familiar with the DS-2019 process.
Clarify the two-year home residency requirement upfront
Many Clinical Director positions fall under J-1 categories subject to the two-year home country physical presence requirement, particularly if your role involves skills on the Exchange Visitor Skills List or your funding has government ties. Confirm your eligibility for a waiver before accepting an offer.
Align your training plan with DOL occupational standards
Your designated sponsor will require a detailed training plan tied to a recognized occupational classification. Cross-reference your proposed Clinical Director duties against the relevant O*NET profile to ensure the plan reflects the scope and complexity the sponsor needs to approve your program category.
Confirm your host employer's willingness to sign the agreement
The host organization must execute a formal agreement with your designated sponsor and assign an internal responsible officer. Raise this requirement during final offer negotiations, before you invest in the DS-2019 application, since some smaller clinical settings are unfamiliar with their hosting obligations.
Request a pre-departure compliance briefing from your sponsor
Once your DS-2019 is issued, schedule a compliance call with your designated sponsor covering reporting intervals, authorized program dates, and conditions that could trigger program termination. Clinical Directors often miss that a change in department or supervisor requires prior sponsor notification to remain in valid J-1 status.
Clinical Director J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to a Clinical Director role?
Most Clinical Director positions are sponsored under the Specialist or Research Scholar category, depending on whether the role centers on applied clinical leadership or includes a structured research component. The Specialist category fits senior professionals in a recognized field of expertise, while Research Scholar applies when the position involves significant scholarly or research activity at an academic medical center or teaching hospital.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Clinical Director, the hospital or a separate organization?
The hiring hospital or health system acts as the host employer, not the visa sponsor. Your J-1 sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or a university-affiliated exchange program, that issues the DS-2019 form and holds legal responsibility for your program compliance. The host employer signs a hosting agreement with the sponsor but does not directly issue your visa documentation.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to Clinical Director exchange visitors?
It often does. Clinical Directors whose home country appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List, or whose position is government-funded or involves skills deemed important to their home country, are typically subject to the two-year requirement. This means you must return home for two years after your J-1 program ends before changing to most other U.S. visa statuses, unless you obtain a waiver through a designated federal agency or state public health department.
How do I find U.S. employers that are open to hosting a J-1 Clinical Director?
Use Migrate Mate to search for Clinical Director roles at U.S. health systems and medical institutions that have a history of supporting international exchange visitors. Because J-1 host relationships require the employer to execute a formal agreement with a designated sponsor, targeting employers already experienced with this structure saves significant time and reduces the risk of an offer falling through late in the process.
Can a Clinical Director on a J-1 visa supervise U.S. staff and hold program authority?
Yes. J-1 exchange visitor status does not prohibit supervisory or management responsibilities, so a Clinical Director can oversee clinical staff, manage departmental budgets, and hold program authority as defined by the host employer. Your designated sponsor's training plan must accurately reflect these duties, and any significant change in the scope of your role after program approval requires sponsor notification to avoid a status violation.