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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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Get Access To All JobsJOB NO:
540164
WORK TYPE:
Post Doc Associate
LOCATION:
Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
CATEGORIES:
Health Care Administration/Support
DEPARTMENT:
29120000 - MD-PSYCHIATRY
Classification Title:
Adjunct Clinical Postdoctoral Associate – Department of Psychiatry
Job Description:
The Department of Psychiatry is recruiting two (2) Adjunct Clinical Postdoctoral Associates (1.0 FTE each). This Adjunct Clinical Postdoctoral Associate appointment is a training position at the College of Medicine at the University of Florida. Trainees will work collaboratively with the UF Health Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment (UF Health CAN) to expand the Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) services, with a particular focus on funded research projects and clinical contracts. The associates may also engage in additional research and clinical initiatives aligned with the UF Health CAN mission. Responsibilities include providing clinical and case supervision of behavioral treatment for patients with severe behavior disorders, in accordance with contractual requirements.
Advertised Salary:
$64,100 - $65,000 based on PDA years of experience
Minimum Requirements:
Doctoral degree (PhD) in psychiatry, psychology, or a closely related mental health discipline with a focus in Behavioral Analysis and Behavioral Assessment (BABA) and an emphasis in applied behavior analysis.
Preferred Qualifications:
- BCBA-D, with demonstrated expertise in the area of assessment and treatment for severe behavior disorders.
Health Assessments
RISC Assessment and Pre-Employment Health Assessment will be required.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
To be considered, you must upload your cover letter, resume, and two letters of recommendation. The University of Florida is An Equal Employment Opportunity Institution. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352/392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800/955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
ADVERTISED:
10 Jun 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
APPLICATIONS CLOSE:
Open until filled
JOB NO:
540164
WORK TYPE:
Post Doc Associate
LOCATION:
Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
CATEGORIES:
Health Care Administration/Support
DEPARTMENT:
29120000 - MD-PSYCHIATRY
Classification Title:
Adjunct Clinical Postdoctoral Associate – Department of Psychiatry
Job Description:
The Department of Psychiatry is recruiting two (2) Adjunct Clinical Postdoctoral Associates (1.0 FTE each). This Adjunct Clinical Postdoctoral Associate appointment is a training position at the College of Medicine at the University of Florida. Trainees will work collaboratively with the UF Health Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment (UF Health CAN) to expand the Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) services, with a particular focus on funded research projects and clinical contracts. The associates may also engage in additional research and clinical initiatives aligned with the UF Health CAN mission. Responsibilities include providing clinical and case supervision of behavioral treatment for patients with severe behavior disorders, in accordance with contractual requirements.
Advertised Salary:
$64,100 - $65,000 based on PDA years of experience
Minimum Requirements:
Doctoral degree (PhD) in psychiatry, psychology, or a closely related mental health discipline with a focus in Behavioral Analysis and Behavioral Assessment (BABA) and an emphasis in applied behavior analysis.
Preferred Qualifications:
- BCBA-D, with demonstrated expertise in the area of assessment and treatment for severe behavior disorders.
Health Assessments
RISC Assessment and Pre-Employment Health Assessment will be required.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
To be considered, you must upload your cover letter, resume, and two letters of recommendation. The University of Florida is An Equal Employment Opportunity Institution. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352/392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800/955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
ADVERTISED:
10 Jun 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
APPLICATIONS CLOSE:
Open until filled
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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.