J-1 Visa Clinical Research Director Jobs
Clinical Research Director roles in the United States are accessible to international professionals through the J-1 visa Research Scholar or Specialist program category, depending on your career stage and host institution type. Securing J-1 sponsorship requires a U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization 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_14772
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 06/01/2026
Application Review Date 06/11/2026
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:
NA
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_14772
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 06/01/2026
Application Review Date 06/11/2026
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:
NA
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 Research Director
Align your CV to U.S. clinical research standards
Reformat your CV to lead with IRB oversight experience, GCP certification, and trial phase expertise. U.S. host institutions evaluating Research Scholar applicants expect documentation of protocol development and regulatory submission history, not just academic publications.
Identify host institutions filing Research Scholar programs
Academic medical centers, NIH-affiliated research institutes, and cancer centers regularly host J-1 Research Scholars in clinical research leadership roles. Search Migrate Mate to find Clinical Research Director openings at institutions with active J-1 hosting history.
Confirm the 2-year home residency rule applies to you
The J-1 Research Scholar category often carries a two-year home residency requirement if your home country funded your exchange or your occupation appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List. Verify your status with your designated sponsor before accepting any offer.
Secure a designated sponsor before negotiating your offer
Your host employer cannot issue a DS-2019 directly. A State Department-designated sponsor organization such as IIE or Cultural Vistas must formally agree to administer your program before the offer is finalized and your start date is confirmed.
Match your training plan to your director-level responsibilities
Your designated sponsor requires a detailed training plan (Form DS-7002 for Trainee category or equivalent documentation for Research Scholar). Specify oversight of Phase II-III trials, staff supervision, and regulatory strategy to reflect actual Clinical Research Director duties, not generic research tasks.
Verify prevailing wage compliance for your host institution
Although J-1 does not require a DOL Labor Condition Application, your host must pay the J-1 exchange visitor fair and reasonable compensation. Use the OFLC Wage Search to benchmark Clinical Research Director wages in your target metro area before finalizing compensation terms.
Clinical Research Director J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Clinical Research Director role?
Most Clinical Research Directors qualify under the J-1 Research Scholar category, which is designed for experienced professionals conducting research at accredited U.S. institutions. If you're earlier in your career and the role involves structured training under supervision, the Trainee category may apply instead. Your designated sponsor makes the final category determination based on your credentials and the host institution's program structure.
Does the hiring employer act as my J-1 visa sponsor?
No. The hiring institution is your host organization, not your visa sponsor. A separate U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization, such as IIE, CIEE, or Cultural Vistas, must agree to administer your J-1 program and issue the DS-2019 form. Your host employer works alongside the designated sponsor but cannot issue the DS-2019 independently, regardless of their size or research profile.
How do I find Clinical Research Director roles where the host institution is open to J-1 exchange visitors?
Use Migrate Mate to search Clinical Research Director positions at U.S. employers with documented J-1 hosting experience. Many academic medical centers and research institutes support Research Scholar placements routinely, but that openness isn't always visible in standard job postings. Filtering by J-1 compatibility early saves significant time before outreach.
Does the J-1 Research Scholar category have a two-year home residency requirement?
It depends on two factors: whether your home country government funded your exchange, and whether your occupation appears on the State Department's Exchange Visitor Skills List. Clinical research leadership roles appear on some national skills lists, so this requirement applies to many Research Scholars in this field. You must confirm your status with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer, because the two-year requirement affects future H-1B visa and green card eligibility.
What documentation does a Clinical Research Director need to satisfy a designated sponsor's program requirements?
Designated sponsors typically require a detailed training or research plan describing your specific objectives at the host institution, evidence of your professional credentials and prior clinical research experience, and confirmation of adequate health insurance coverage meeting J-1 standards. For Research Scholars, sponsors also verify that the host institution is an accredited research or academic organization with the infrastructure to support your stated research objectives at a director level.