J-1 Visa Data Manager Jobs
Data Manager roles in the United States are available to international professionals through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Trainee or Research Scholar program category. Designated sponsors issue your DS-2019 and oversee your training plan, while the U.S. employer acts as your host organization. No lottery or annual cap applies.
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The SC ECHO cohort in the Department of Public Health Sciences at the Medical University of South Carolina invites Master-level Data Managers to apply for a position within our team. The position will be responsible for database management, ensuring data quality and regulatory compliance, overseeing medical record abstraction, and developing efficient data workflows to support research and reporting. The Data Manager will also be responsible for contributing to daily activities of the study. This position is for biostatisticians or epidemiologists with a master's degree in biostatistics, epidemiology, applied statistics or related fields, and with professional experience in cohort studies.
Entity
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Research Grant
Cost Center
CC001038 COM PHS Operations CC
Pay Rate Type
Salary
Pay Grade
University-00
Pay Range
0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Work Shift
Job Description
Job Description:
The SC ECHO cohort in the Department of Public Health Sciences at the Medical University of South Carolina invites Master-level Data Managers to apply for a position within our team. The position will be responsible for database management, ensuring data quality and regulatory compliance, overseeing medical record abstraction, and developing efficient data workflows to support research and reporting. The Data Manager will also be responsible for contributing to daily activities of the study. This position is for biostatisticians or epidemiologists with a master's degree in biostatistics, epidemiology, applied statistics or related fields, and with professional experience in cohort studies.
Job Duties:
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25% - Conduct data analysis for scientific publications. Collaborate with national ECHO Data Analysis Center.
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25% - Utilize data management system to maintain participant records, track recruitment progress and study milestones, and generate recruitment and study visit reports for PI and the study team of the ECHO program at MUSC. Troubleshoot workflow issues and train new staff on proper use of data management system for participant tracking.
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25% - Responsible for data quality checks and data reconciliation. Monitor data completeness. Train staff on data entry standards. Support audits and regulatory reviews by providing clean, verified datasets.
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20% - Automate data abstraction from medical records, ensure accuracy and completeness of abstracted data through verification and quality checks, and track productivity metrics.
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5% - Assist with data sharing and archiving per study and sponsor requirements.
MUSC Minimum Requirements:
A master's degree in statistics, epidemiology, biostatics or related field. Candidates should be able to work independently, have experience and ability in data analysis and statistical programming, and excellent oral and written communication skills.
Preferred Experience & Additional Skills:
At least 1 year of professional programming experience in R (preferred), SAS and/or Winbugs is required (evidence of experience based on classwork or certifications can be substituted for professional experience).
Additional Job Description
Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work in all cold temperature extremes, i.e. spot coolers. (Frequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 30 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 30 lbs., from floor level to height of 72 inches, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 30 lbs., from height of 72 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 50 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift and carry objects up to 30 lbs. a distance of five (5) floors and to outlying buildings. (Frequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually. Ability to work alone in isolated areas, such as darkrooms. (Frequent) Additional New Requirements: Ability to obtain and maintain a valid drivers license. Computer literacy. Ability to work rotating shifts as required. Ability to work overtime as required. Ability to learn and use new processes, tools and equipment as required.
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Data Manager
Align your degree field with your role
Your DS-2019 training plan must show a direct connection between your academic background and data management work. A degree in computer science, statistics, or information systems strengthens that case significantly with the designated sponsor reviewing your application.
Verify your J-1 category before applying
If you're a recent graduate still building hands-on experience, the Trainee category fits. If you're conducting institutional data research at a university or research center, Research Scholar is the right category. Applying under the wrong category gets your DS-2019 denied before the host ever reviews your start date.
Target host organizations with formal data functions
Universities, federal contractors, and research institutes regularly host J-1 Trainees in data roles because they already have compliance infrastructure. Use Migrate Mate to filter for U.S. employers whose posted roles align with J-1 sponsorship pathways for data professionals.
Request a detailed training plan from your host
Your designated sponsor requires a structured Training/Internship Placement Plan that outlines specific data management tasks, tools, and evaluation milestones. Generic descriptions like 'data analysis support' are routinely flagged. Push your host employer to document the exact database systems and reporting workflows you'll use.
Check your country's home residency requirement early
Many Data Manager J-1 participants from government-funded or exchange countries face a two-year home residency requirement before applying for H-1B or permanent residency. Confirm your status using the J-1 visa information on the USCIS website before negotiating any long-term career path with your host.
Confirm the host meets DOL prevailing wage standards
Your designated sponsor will verify that your compensation meets the wage level for your occupation and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for data management roles in your target city before you receive an offer, so you can flag any shortfall before it stalls your DS-2019.
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Find Data Manager JobsData Manager J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Data Manager positions?
The Trainee category fits most Data Manager roles for professionals who have completed a degree in a relevant field within the past 12 months, or who have at least one year of work experience outside the United States. The Research Scholar category applies if the role involves data-focused academic research at a university or institute. The host employer's actual job duties, not the job title, determine which category your designated sponsor will approve.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Data Manager role?
Your J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not the employer where you work. Organizations like Cultural Vistas, CIEE, or IIE issue your DS-2019 form and are legally responsible for your program compliance. The company or institution where you perform data management duties is your host organization. Your host cannot independently issue a J-1 visa the way an employer sponsors an H-1B petition.
Does a J-1 Data Manager position lead to a green card?
Not automatically, and the path is complicated by the two-year home residency requirement. If your J-1 was funded by your home government or the U.S. government, you may need to return home for two years before applying for H-1B status or permanent residency. You can apply for a waiver through USCIS if you meet specific criteria, such as a no-objection statement from your home country or a hardship claim, but the waiver process adds significant time to any long-term U.S. career plan.
How do I find U.S. employers that host J-1 Data Managers?
Search on Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers posting Data Manager roles with J-1 sponsorship compatibility. Universities, federal research contractors, and large nonprofits are the most active host categories for J-1 Trainees in data functions because they already maintain relationships with designated sponsor organizations and have compliance staff familiar with DS-2019 requirements.
What does the training plan need to include for a Data Manager J-1?
Your designated sponsor requires a Training/Internship Placement Plan that details the specific data systems you will manage, the skills you will develop, weekly activity breakdowns, and performance evaluation criteria. Generic descriptions are regularly rejected. You should document the exact database platforms, reporting tools, and data governance processes the host organization uses, and show how each phase of training connects to your prior academic or professional background in data management.
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