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Data Science Director roles in the U.S. are accessible to qualified international professionals through the J-1 visa, most commonly under the Research Scholar or Specialist category. Securing sponsorship requires a designated State Department sponsor organization to issue your DS-2019, separate from your host employer's hiring decision.
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Get Access To All JobsAre you an internal caregiver, student, or contingent worker/agency worker at UMass Memorial Health? CLICK HERE to apply through your Workday account.
Exemption Status:
Non-Exempt
Hiring Range:
$15.81 - $28.45
Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.
Schedule Details:
Monday through Friday
Scheduled Hours:
9am to 5pm
Shift:
1 - Day Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)
Hours:
0
Cost Center:
99940 - 5822 Performance Reporting
This position may have a signing bonus available; a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.
Everyone Is a Caregiver
At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence, and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community, and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.
The internship begins in May 2026 and is expected to run for a minimum duration of 12 months.
As the region’s largest health care provider, UMass Memorial is interested in helping college students develop a career in health care. We believe every job matters in the care of our patients. The UMass Memorial Career P.A.T.H. (Professional Administrative Tracks in Health Care) Internship Program’s goal is to provide an interesting, structured learning experience to prepare students for success as an administrative professional.
Interns will be introduced to UMass Memorial and the variety of experiences and careers we have to offer and will also have the opportunity to network with other students interested in a rewarding career in health care.
Major Responsibilities:
-
Under direct supervision performs a variety of projects or one large project in accordance with specific instructions and established work procedures. This position is for a graduate college level student who is hired to support management with projects plans and related activities. May require taking a lead role in a project or working on a team that is leading project. Receives project guidelines/instructions from management and delivers within the scope of their responsibility a finalized product.
-
Participates in department activities as required and provides support as needed which may include analysis and research.
Position Qualifications:
License/Certification/Education:
Required:
-
Requires a Bachelor’s Degree
-
Ability to work independently
Preferred:
- Some areas may require a student to be enrolled in a graduate school program
Experience/Skills:
Required:
-
Ability to work well with public and staff, and as a team member.
-
Requires excellent communications skills, both verbal and written.
-
Excellent problem-solving skills and a demonstration of emerging leadership skills.
-
Must be able to follow instructions with minimal supervision.
-
Good research skills and willingness to learn new skills and the ability to pay close attention to detail and produce high-quality work is a must.
-
Must have good computer skills, especially in Microsoft Office programs.
Unless certification, licensure, or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
We’re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health – for our patients, our community, and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player, and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day.
As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status, or other status protected by law.
If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.
Are you an internal caregiver, student, or contingent worker/agency worker at UMass Memorial Health? CLICK HERE to apply through your Workday account.
Exemption Status:
Non-Exempt
Hiring Range:
$15.81 - $28.45
Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.
Schedule Details:
Monday through Friday
Scheduled Hours:
9am to 5pm
Shift:
1 - Day Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)
Hours:
0
Cost Center:
99940 - 5822 Performance Reporting
This position may have a signing bonus available; a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.
Everyone Is a Caregiver
At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence, and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community, and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.
The internship begins in May 2026 and is expected to run for a minimum duration of 12 months.
As the region’s largest health care provider, UMass Memorial is interested in helping college students develop a career in health care. We believe every job matters in the care of our patients. The UMass Memorial Career P.A.T.H. (Professional Administrative Tracks in Health Care) Internship Program’s goal is to provide an interesting, structured learning experience to prepare students for success as an administrative professional.
Interns will be introduced to UMass Memorial and the variety of experiences and careers we have to offer and will also have the opportunity to network with other students interested in a rewarding career in health care.
Major Responsibilities:
-
Under direct supervision performs a variety of projects or one large project in accordance with specific instructions and established work procedures. This position is for a graduate college level student who is hired to support management with projects plans and related activities. May require taking a lead role in a project or working on a team that is leading project. Receives project guidelines/instructions from management and delivers within the scope of their responsibility a finalized product.
-
Participates in department activities as required and provides support as needed which may include analysis and research.
Position Qualifications:
License/Certification/Education:
Required:
-
Requires a Bachelor’s Degree
-
Ability to work independently
Preferred:
- Some areas may require a student to be enrolled in a graduate school program
Experience/Skills:
Required:
-
Ability to work well with public and staff, and as a team member.
-
Requires excellent communications skills, both verbal and written.
-
Excellent problem-solving skills and a demonstration of emerging leadership skills.
-
Must be able to follow instructions with minimal supervision.
-
Good research skills and willingness to learn new skills and the ability to pay close attention to detail and produce high-quality work is a must.
-
Must have good computer skills, especially in Microsoft Office programs.
Unless certification, licensure, or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
We’re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health – for our patients, our community, and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player, and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day.
As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status, or other status protected by law.
If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Data Science Director
Align your credentials with specialty occupation standards
Director-level data science roles typically require graduate-level training in statistics, computer science, or a related quantitative field. Gather transcripts, degree equivalency evaluations, and evidence of leadership in data initiatives before approaching any host employer.
Distinguish your sponsor from your host employer
Your J-1 visa sponsor is a State Department-designated organization that issues the DS-2019 and monitors your program compliance. Your hiring employer is the host. Clarify this structure early with recruiters, as many U.S. employers incorrectly assume they sponsor J-1 visas directly.
Search for J-1-aligned roles using Migrate Mate
Director-level data roles with J-1-compatible host employers are harder to surface through general searches. Use Migrate Mate to filter for U.S. positions where employers have demonstrated willingness to engage international professionals under exchange visitor programs.
Confirm the two-year home residency requirement applies
If your funding comes from a government or if your home country lists your occupation as in short supply, you may face a two-year home residency requirement after your J-1 ends. Verify your status with your designated sponsor organization before accepting a host employer offer.
Request a training plan that reflects director-level scope
Under the Research Scholar or Specialist category, your program objectives must be documented and approved. A vague training plan that undersells your Data Science Director responsibilities can create compliance issues. Work with the designated sponsor to ensure the plan reflects actual strategic and supervisory duties.
Negotiate your offer with J-1 program duration in mind
Research Scholar programs allow up to five years initially, while Specialist programs cap at one year. If your host employer expects a multi-year engagement, confirm the applicable category and maximum duration with the designated sponsor before finalizing your employment agreement.
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Find Data Science Director JobsData Science Director J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Data Science Director role?
The Research Scholar or Specialist category fits most Data Science Director placements. Research Scholar applies when the role involves university-affiliated or institutional research. Specialist is used for professionals with unique expertise placed in a corporate or non-academic host setting. Both require a designated State Department sponsor organization to issue the DS-2019, not the employer itself.
Can a private company act as my J-1 sponsor for a director role?
No. Only organizations designated by the U.S. Department of State can sponsor J-1 visas by issuing the DS-2019. Private companies serve as host employers, not sponsors. The designated sponsor, such as IIE, Cultural Vistas, or AIPT, administers the program and monitors compliance. Your host employer hires you, but a separate designated organization controls your exchange visitor status.
How does the two-year home residency requirement affect Data Science Directors?
If your J-1 is funded by your home government, a U.S. government agency, or if your home country lists data science in short supply, you may be subject to a two-year home residency requirement before changing to most other visa statuses. This restriction can affect green card or H-1B transitions. Confirm your situation with your designated sponsor before accepting any offer.
Where can I find U.S. employers open to hosting J-1 Data Science Directors?
Use Migrate Mate to search for Data Science Director roles at U.S. employers with a track record of hosting international professionals under exchange visitor or other work authorization programs. Most standard job searches don't surface J-1-compatible host employers by default, so a targeted search tool makes a practical difference at the director level.
What documentation should I prepare before a host employer interview?
Prepare degree equivalency evaluations for any non-U.S. credentials, a portfolio of data science leadership work, and a clear written summary of your proposed program objectives. Host employers need enough detail to coordinate with the designated sponsor on your training plan. Director-level roles require evidence of strategic, cross-functional scope, not just technical output.
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