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Clinical Project Manager roles in the United States are accessible to international professionals through the J-1 visa Trainee or Research Scholar program categories, depending on your career stage and host organization. Securing J-1 sponsorship requires a designated State Department sponsor to issue your DS-2019 before you begin work.
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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 Project Manager
Align your credentials to Trainee eligibility
J-1 Trainee status requires a degree or professional certificate plus at least one year of relevant experience abroad, or five years of work experience in clinical research. Document your GCP training, regulatory submissions, and protocol management history before applying.
Target host organizations with existing sponsor relationships
Contract research organizations, academic medical centers, and pharmaceutical sponsors that regularly host J-1 Trainees already have relationships with designated sponsors like Cultural Vistas or AIPT. Roles at these sites move faster because the host knows the DS-2019 process.
Search for J-1 eligible roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Clinical Project Manager positions at U.S. employers that have hosted international professionals. Narrowing your search this way surfaces roles where J-1 program support is realistic rather than speculative.
Build a training plan before the offer stage
J-1 Trainee applications require a detailed Training/Internship Placement Plan (Form DS-7002) signed by your host employer. Draft a phase-by-phase skill development outline covering FDA regulatory frameworks, site monitoring, and study closeout so your employer can approve it quickly.
Clarify the two-year home residency requirement upfront
Clinical research positions at government-funded institutions may trigger the two-year home-country residency requirement under INA 212(e). Confirm with your designated sponsor whether your specific host and funding source carries this obligation before accepting an offer.
Negotiate host employer support for sponsor fees early
Designated sponsors charge program administration fees that the host employer often covers for professional-level J-1 placements. Raise this during offer negotiation, not after signing, since some smaller CROs treat it as an unexpected cost and delay the sponsor enrollment.
Clinical Project Manager J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Clinical Project Manager roles?
Most Clinical Project Managers qualify under the J-1 Trainee category if they hold a relevant degree plus at least one year of foreign work experience, or five years of clinical research experience without a degree. Professionals conducting independent clinical trial research at a university or research institute may qualify under the Research Scholar category instead. The host organization's affiliation and your career stage determine which category fits.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Clinical Project Manager position?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your hiring employer. Organizations like Cultural Vistas, AIPT, and IIE issue the DS-2019 form and oversee program compliance. Your employer acts as the host organization and signs the training plan, but the designated sponsor is the legal entity responsible for your J-1 status throughout the placement.
How can I find Clinical Project Manager positions that are realistic for J-1 Trainee placements?
Use Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers in clinical research, CROs, and academic medical centers that have a track record of hosting international professionals. Filtering by employer type and role narrows your search to organizations already familiar with J-1 program requirements, which significantly reduces the time spent educating hiring managers about the sponsorship structure.
Does the two-year home residency requirement affect Clinical Project Manager J-1 holders?
It can. If your J-1 placement is funded by a U.S. government agency or your home government, or if your country appears on the State Department's Skills List, you may be subject to the two-year home residency requirement under INA 212(e). This restricts you from changing to H-1B visa or permanent resident status without first returning home or obtaining a waiver. Confirm this with your designated sponsor before signing an offer.
What documentation does a Clinical Project Manager need before a designated sponsor can issue the DS-2019?
You'll need academic transcripts or professional certificates, a detailed resume showing your clinical research experience, a signed DS-7002 Training Plan outlining the skills you'll develop in the U.S., and financial proof of support for the duration of the program. The host employer must also provide a formal letter confirming the placement terms. Sponsors typically need four to six weeks to process the DS-2019 once all documents are submitted.