J-1 Visa Clinical Research Nurse Jobs
Clinical Research Nurse positions in the U.S. are available to international nurses through J-1 visa sponsorship, typically under the Research Scholar or Trainee program category. A State Department-designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019, while the hospital, academic medical center, or research institute serves as your host site.
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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 Nurse
Verify your credentials meet U.S. nursing standards
Before applying, confirm your nursing license is eligible for U.S. state endorsement and that your clinical research experience is documented in a format U.S. academic medical centers recognize. CGFNS credential evaluation is frequently required by host institutions.
Distinguish Research Scholar from Trainee category eligibility
The Research Scholar category fits nurses conducting independent clinical research. The Trainee category suits those in structured training programs under direct supervision. Applying through the wrong category can delay or invalidate your DS-2019 issuance.
Target academic medical centers with active IRB-approved studies
Host sites for clinical research nurses almost always operate under Institutional Review Board oversight. Prioritize hospitals and research institutes with active federally funded trials, as these sites have established J-1 visa host agreements with designated sponsor organizations.
Search J-1-compatible roles using Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter U.S. clinical research nursing roles by employers that have hosted J-1 exchange visitors before. This narrows your search to organizations already familiar with the DS-2019 process and host-site obligations.
Prepare your training plan before contacting host sites
Designated sponsor organizations require a detailed Training/Internship Placement Plan before issuing a DS-2019. Draft your clinical research objectives, supervision structure, and learning milestones in advance so host sites can review and co-sign quickly.
Clarify the two-year home residency requirement with your sponsor
Research Scholar and Trainee participants in government-funded fields may be subject to the two-year home residency requirement under INA section 212(e). Ask your designated sponsor organization to assess your specific situation before accepting a host offer.
Clinical Research Nurse J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to clinical research nurses?
Most clinical research nurses enter under the Research Scholar or Trainee category. Research Scholar fits nurses leading or contributing to independent research at an academic medical center or research institute. Trainee fits those in a supervised, structured program building clinical research competencies. Your designated sponsor organization, not your host employer, determines which category applies based on your qualifications and program design.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa as a clinical research nurse?
Your J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as IIE, CIEE, or Cultural Vistas, that issues your DS-2019 form and monitors your exchange program compliance. The hospital or research institute where you work is your host site, not your legal sponsor. This distinction matters when reviewing program obligations and the two-year home residency requirement.
How do I find U.S. employers that will host a J-1 clinical research nurse?
Use Migrate Mate to search for clinical research nursing roles at U.S. employers that have prior experience hosting J-1 exchange visitors. Academic medical centers, NIH-affiliated research programs, and NCI-designated cancer centers are common host sites. Demonstrating that you have identified a willing host significantly speeds up the DS-2019 issuance process with your designated sponsor.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to clinical research nurses on J-1?
It can, depending on your home country's designation and whether your exchange is government-funded. Nurses from countries on the State Department's Exchange Visitor Skills List, or whose programs are financed by a U.S. or home-country government agency, are typically subject to the INA section 212(e) two-year requirement before changing to most other U.S. visa categories. Your designated sponsor organization assesses this before issuing your DS-2019.
What documents does a host site need before co-signing a J-1 training plan?
Host institutions typically need your CV with clinical research experience documented by study phase and therapeutic area, evidence of your nursing credentials and any CGFNS or equivalency evaluation, and a draft training or research plan outlining your objectives, supervision arrangements, and duration. Some academic medical centers also require IRB documentation confirming your role on an approved protocol before co-signing the Training/Internship Placement Plan with the designated sponsor.