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Clinical Research Manager roles in the United States are accessible to international professionals through the J-1 visa Research Scholar or Trainee program category, depending on your career stage. A designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019 and arranges sponsorship, while the U.S. research institution or CRO serves as your host employer.
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Postdoctoral Researcher - College of Engineering
Position Type:
Other Academic
Department:
LSUAM Engineering - Department of Academic Affairs (Marwa Mohamed Hassan (00008972))
Work Location:
2214 Patrick F. Taylor Hall
Job Description:
Conduct applied research on engineering education at the undergraduate level, which includes teaching sophomore level engineering and computer science undergraduate and/or graduate courses to test new educational methodologies and education/learning management modalities.
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80% Conduct innovative research in engineering education by integrating teaching and learning activities into experimental research on instructional methods. Provide instruction and advisement at the undergraduate and graduate levels—including courses, small group sessions, recitations, and study sessions—as a means of testing, refining, and evaluating new educational approaches. Design and implement innovative instructional strategies and interventions and analyze qualitative and quantitative data to measure their impact on student learning. Develop and apply experimental approaches within emerging education and learning management modalities. Collaborate with faculty, students, and industry partners to identify challenges in engineering education, and pursue grant funding to support ongoing and new initiatives.
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15% Mentor graduate and undergraduate students engaged in education-related research and publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings.
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5% Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Ph.D. in an Engineering Education or Engineering discipline. Demonstrated interest in engineering education research. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis methods. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Experience with curriculum development or instructional design is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ph.D in Engineering Education and 2-5 years of experience or more including graduate study.
- Background in a specific engineering discipline (e.g., mechanical, electrical, civil).
- Experience with mixed-methods research approaches.
- Familiarity with current trends and issues in engineering education.
- Experience with teaching or teaching assistance.
Special Instructions:
For questions concerning this position can be directed to Jessica Waters: Jessicawaters@lsu.edu
Posting Date:
September 16, 2026
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.
HCM Contact Information:
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.
Job Posting Title:
Postdoctoral Researcher - College of Engineering
Position Type:
Other Academic
Department:
LSUAM Engineering - Department of Academic Affairs (Marwa Mohamed Hassan (00008972))
Work Location:
2214 Patrick F. Taylor Hall
Job Description:
Conduct applied research on engineering education at the undergraduate level, which includes teaching sophomore level engineering and computer science undergraduate and/or graduate courses to test new educational methodologies and education/learning management modalities.
-
80% Conduct innovative research in engineering education by integrating teaching and learning activities into experimental research on instructional methods. Provide instruction and advisement at the undergraduate and graduate levels—including courses, small group sessions, recitations, and study sessions—as a means of testing, refining, and evaluating new educational approaches. Design and implement innovative instructional strategies and interventions and analyze qualitative and quantitative data to measure their impact on student learning. Develop and apply experimental approaches within emerging education and learning management modalities. Collaborate with faculty, students, and industry partners to identify challenges in engineering education, and pursue grant funding to support ongoing and new initiatives.
-
15% Mentor graduate and undergraduate students engaged in education-related research and publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings.
-
5% Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Ph.D. in an Engineering Education or Engineering discipline. Demonstrated interest in engineering education research. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis methods. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Experience with curriculum development or instructional design is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ph.D in Engineering Education and 2-5 years of experience or more including graduate study.
- Background in a specific engineering discipline (e.g., mechanical, electrical, civil).
- Experience with mixed-methods research approaches.
- Familiarity with current trends and issues in engineering education.
- Experience with teaching or teaching assistance.
Special Instructions:
For questions concerning this position can be directed to Jessica Waters: Jessicawaters@lsu.edu
Posting Date:
September 16, 2026
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.
HCM Contact Information:
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Clinical Research Manager
Align your CV to U.S. clinical trial standards
Format your credentials around ICH-GCP certification, protocol management experience, and IRB familiarity. U.S. host institutions evaluating Research Scholar or Trainee applicants look for documentation that maps directly to FDA-regulated trial phases.
Distinguish Trainee from Research Scholar eligibility
The Trainee category suits professionals within five years of their degree or last full-time employment in clinical research. Research Scholar applies to established researchers affiliated with an academic or research institution abroad. Applying under the wrong category delays your DS-2019.
Target host institutions with active IND portfolios
Academic medical centers, NIH-funded research networks, and contract research organizations running investigational new drug studies are the most consistent hosts for Clinical Research Manager J-1 placements. Use Migrate Mate to filter for U.S. employers actively hosting J-1 research professionals.
Confirm the 2-year home residency requirement early
If your home country appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List, or your program is government-funded, you'll face a two-year home residency requirement before switching to most work visas. Identify this before accepting an offer, not after.
Get your training plan approved before your start date
Your designated sponsor, whether CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or another State Department-authorized organization, must sign off on a formal training plan before issuing the DS-2019. Build four to six weeks into your timeline for plan review and sponsor approval.
Verify your host employer's willingness to sign the DS-2019 packet
Some research employers confuse J-1 host obligations with H-1B visa employer sponsorship. Your host must complete a training plan, designate a supervisor, and cooperate with the sponsor organization's compliance monitoring throughout your program.
Clinical Research Manager J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Clinical Research Manager role?
It depends on your career stage. The Research Scholar category fits academics and scientists affiliated with a foreign institution who are conducting research at a U.S. host. The Trainee category applies to professionals within five years of graduation or last full-time employment who are developing clinical research management skills under structured supervision. Senior managers without an active foreign institutional affiliation typically qualify under Trainee.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Clinical Research Manager position?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your employer. Organizations like CIEE, Cultural Vistas, and IIE issue the DS-2019 form and take legal responsibility for your exchange program. Your U.S. research institution or CRO is the host employer. These are two separate entities, and confusing them is one of the most common errors applicants make when evaluating offers.
How do I find U.S. employers open to hosting a J-1 Clinical Research Manager?
Most clinical research employers don't advertise J-1 hosting status in job postings. Migrate Mate is built to surface U.S. employers and roles that align with J-1 sponsorship for research and clinical professionals, so you can identify hosts before committing to an application process that may not lead anywhere.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to clinical research positions?
It can. If your home country is on the State Department's Exchange Visitor Skills List and clinical research management falls within a listed occupation, or if your position is funded by your home government or the U.S. government, the two-year home residency requirement applies. You'd need to return home or obtain a waiver before changing to an H-1B or immigrant visa. Confirm this with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer.
Can a J-1 Clinical Research Manager transition to an H-1B after the program ends?
Yes, if you're not subject to the two-year home residency requirement, or if you've received a waiver. Clinical Research Manager roles often qualify as H-1B specialty occupations given the degree and expertise required. Your host employer would need to file an H-1B petition, which is subject to the annual cap and lottery. Timing your J-1 program end date around H-1B filing windows is a practical consideration worth planning for in advance.