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Clinical Operations Director roles in the United States are accessible to experienced healthcare and clinical research professionals through the J-1 Specialist or Research Scholar program categories, both requiring a designated sponsor organization to issue your DS-2019. Securing a U.S. host employer willing to coordinate with a State Department-designated sponsor is the foundation of J-1 sponsorship at this level.
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INTRODUCTION
Revolution Medicines is a late-stage clinical oncology company developing novel targeted therapies for patients with RAS-addicted cancers. The company’s R&D pipeline comprises RAS(ON) inhibitors designed to suppress diverse oncogenic variants of RAS proteins. The company’s RAS(ON) inhibitors daraxonrasib (RMC-6236), a RAS(ON) multi-selective inhibitor; elironrasib (RMC-6291), a RAS(ON) G12C-selective inhibitor; zoldonrasib (RMC-9805), a RAS(ON) G12D-selective inhibitor; and RMC-5127, a RAS(ON) G12V-selective inhibitor, are currently in clinical development. As a new member of the Revolution Medicines team, you will join other outstanding professionals in a tireless commitment to patients with cancers harboring mutations in the RAS signaling pathway.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This is a unique opportunity as a junior Clinical Trial Assistant in Clinical Operations, initially reporting to the Associate Director/Director Clinical Operations, you will be responsible for acting as a central contact for the clinical study teams and assist with the clinical execution and management to support RevMed clinical trials.
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Assisting in the review, distributing, and archiving of study specific documents and reports (plans, training materials, study guides, manuals etc.).
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Assisting with updating and maintaining clinical systems and any reporting tools.
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Support maintenance of the trial master files (TMF) if applicable, or work with CRO to audit and resolve discrepancies.
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Create, maintain, and track information for key study related activities.
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Assisting in the preparation of meeting materials, scheduling meetings, for internal clinical operation team meetings.
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Working with cross functional study teams, and vendors to assist in the coordination of clinical trial activities.
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Support other clinical operations activities as appropriate.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
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Currently enrolled at an accredited college/university as a rising senior or higher in a Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences or related health related field.
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Thrives in a collaborative team setting and is driven by a desire to deploy innovative approaches and technologies in a high-energy environment.
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Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
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Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and other software platforms.
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Demonstrated ability to multi-task, prioritize options.
COMPENSATION
- Base Pay Salary Range: $67,000—$81,000 USD
The base pay salary range for this intern position for candidates working onsite at our headquarters in Redwood City, CA is listed below. The range displayed on each job posting is intended to be the base pay salary for an individual working onsite in Redwood City and will be adjusted for the local market a candidate is based in. Our base pay salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual base pay salary is determined by multiple factors, including job-related skills, experience, market dynamics, and relevant education or training.
Please note that base pay salary is one part of the overall total rewards program at RevMed, which includes competitive cash compensation, robust equity awards, strong benefits, and significant learning and development opportunities.
Revolution Medicines is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, and veteran status.
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Please note that Revolution Medicines does not extend unsolicited employment offers and will never ask candidates to provide financial information, purchase equipment, or pay fees as part of the hiring process. All legitimate communication from Revolution Medicines will come from an official @revmed.com email address.
If you believe you’ve been contacted by someone impersonating a Revolution Medicines recruiter, please report it to careers@revmed.com so we can share these impersonations with our IT team for tracking and awareness.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Clinical Operations Director
Verify your program category before applying
Clinical Operations Directors typically qualify under the J-1 Specialist or Research Scholar categories, not Trainee. Applying under the wrong category delays your DS-2019 issuance, so confirm your category with the designated sponsor before your host employer commits.
Document your specialized clinical expertise clearly
Your CV must demonstrate senior-level competencies: trial oversight, regulatory submissions, CRO management, and cross-functional team leadership. Designated sponsors evaluate whether your background justifies Specialist or Research Scholar placement, so vague credentials slow DS-2019 approval significantly.
Search roles on Migrate Mate to find J-1-aligned employers
Not every clinical operations posting comes from an employer open to J-1 host arrangements. Migrate Mate filters roles by sponsorship context, so you're targeting organizations that have already navigated exchange visitor hosting rather than starting cold.
Confirm the host employer will sign your training plan
Your designated sponsor requires a signed training plan detailing your objectives, supervision structure, and duration. Raise this in early conversations with prospective employers so compliance obligations don't surface as surprises after an offer is extended.
Check whether the two-year home residency requirement applies
If your J-1 funding comes from a government or international organization, or if your home country lists clinical operations on its skills list, you may face a two-year return requirement before changing to most other U.S. visa statuses. Identify your exposure before accepting an offer.
Align your J-1 duration with the project or program timeline
J-1 Research Scholar and Specialist programs have maximum durations set by USCIS and your designated sponsor. Map your program length to your host employer's clinical initiative timeline upfront so extensions, if needed, can be initiated before your DS-2019 expires.
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Find Clinical Operations Director JobsClinical Operations Director J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Clinical Operations Director role?
Most Clinical Operations Directors qualify under the J-1 Specialist or Research Scholar categories. Specialist applies when you bring expertise in a specific occupational field and are placed with a host for knowledge exchange. Research Scholar fits roles tied to clinical research programs at academic medical centers or research institutes. Intern and Trainee categories are reserved for students or early-career professionals and don't apply at the director level.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for this role, the employer or a separate organization?
The J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as IIE, Cultural Vistas, or CIEE, not the hiring employer. Your host employer arranges your placement and signs the training plan, but the designated sponsor issues your DS-2019, monitors program compliance, and is legally responsible for your exchange visitor status throughout the program.
How do I find U.S. employers willing to host a J-1 Clinical Operations Director?
Migrate Mate is the recommended starting point for identifying U.S. employers open to J-1 host arrangements in clinical operations. Many healthcare systems and contract research organizations have existing relationships with designated sponsors, but that information isn't always visible on standard job postings, so filtering by sponsorship alignment saves significant time in your search.
Does the two-year home residency requirement affect Clinical Operations Directors?
It depends on your funding source and home country. If your J-1 exchange is funded by your home government or a U.S. government agency, or if your home country includes clinical operations on its exchange visitor skills list, you'll face a two-year home residency requirement before you can apply for H-1B, L-1, or immigrant visas. A State Department waiver may be available in some circumstances, but it requires a separate application process.
What documents does a designated sponsor need to issue the DS-2019 for this role?
Designated sponsors typically require a detailed CV demonstrating senior clinical operations experience, a signed training plan from the host employer outlining your program objectives and supervision, proof of English proficiency, evidence of adequate health insurance, and documentation showing you have sufficient financial support. The host employer's commitment to signing the training plan is often the longest lead-time item, so secure that agreement early in the process.
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