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Research Associate positions in the United States are available to exchange visitors under the J-1 visa Research Scholar or Short-Term Scholar program category, administered by a State Department-designated sponsor organization that issues your DS-2019. Finding a host institution willing to work with a designated sponsor is the first step toward securing sponsorship.
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Postdoctoral Research Associate
Agency
Texas A&M University Health Science Center
Department
Health Policy And Management
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
College Station, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
Who we are
As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, Texas A&M Health encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.
What we want
The Postdoctoral Research Associate, under general supervision, conducts research into their field of expertise that is synergetic with the lab. Utilizes the skills and expertise granted to them by their education and experience to complete research projects in their field of expertise. Writes and may contribute to research papers, articles, and publications. Assists with the preparation and cleaning of worksite. May collaborate with other researchers and/or faculty.
What you need to know
Salary: Commensurate
Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding.
Schedule/Location: Full-time | College Station, TX
Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended and will help in our review. You may upload them on the application under the CV/Resume section.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
- Appropriate PhD in Information Science or in a related field.
- Not applicable.
Preferred Qualifications
- PhD in data science, and/or public health or related fields including health services research, health informatics, computer science.
- Experience in data analysis using statistical software & machine learning (e.g., R, Python, SAS, or STATA).
- Experience working with large population dataset (e.g. EHR, claims data).
- Background in health informatics, population health research, or biostatistics, computer science, data science.
- Experience in grant writing and obtaining research funding.
- Experience in qualitative research, survey research, mixed methods, and analysis is a plus.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
- Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented, and collaborative environment.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
- Ability to positively and professionally interact with others.
- Knowledge in public health such as Epidemiology, or Health services.
Responsibilities
Research
- Under general supervision, designs health database studies and conducts the full research including, data management, analysis, and writing reports and papers based on the analysis.
- Utilizes knowledge and skills granted to them by their education and expertise to complete research projects in the Population Informatics Lab.
- Analyzes research data and summarizes results.
- Writes and contribute to research papers, articles, and publications.
Administrative/Mentoring
- Assists, mentors, and/or supervises student researchers and/or graduate students who are working on the project.
Presentations
- Prepares presentation materials on research topics that may be presented to small and/or large groups.
- Actively participates in the preparation of required technical progress reports to research sponsors.
- Other duties as assigned.
Why Texas A& M University?
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
- Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
- 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
- Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
- Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
- Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
- Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
- Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
- Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees
Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Job Title
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Agency
Texas A&M University Health Science Center
Department
Health Policy And Management
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
College Station, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
Who we are
As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, Texas A&M Health encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.
What we want
The Postdoctoral Research Associate, under general supervision, conducts research into their field of expertise that is synergetic with the lab. Utilizes the skills and expertise granted to them by their education and experience to complete research projects in their field of expertise. Writes and may contribute to research papers, articles, and publications. Assists with the preparation and cleaning of worksite. May collaborate with other researchers and/or faculty.
What you need to know
Salary: Commensurate
Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding.
Schedule/Location: Full-time | College Station, TX
Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended and will help in our review. You may upload them on the application under the CV/Resume section.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
- Appropriate PhD in Information Science or in a related field.
- Not applicable.
Preferred Qualifications
- PhD in data science, and/or public health or related fields including health services research, health informatics, computer science.
- Experience in data analysis using statistical software & machine learning (e.g., R, Python, SAS, or STATA).
- Experience working with large population dataset (e.g. EHR, claims data).
- Background in health informatics, population health research, or biostatistics, computer science, data science.
- Experience in grant writing and obtaining research funding.
- Experience in qualitative research, survey research, mixed methods, and analysis is a plus.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
- Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented, and collaborative environment.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
- Ability to positively and professionally interact with others.
- Knowledge in public health such as Epidemiology, or Health services.
Responsibilities
Research
- Under general supervision, designs health database studies and conducts the full research including, data management, analysis, and writing reports and papers based on the analysis.
- Utilizes knowledge and skills granted to them by their education and expertise to complete research projects in the Population Informatics Lab.
- Analyzes research data and summarizes results.
- Writes and contribute to research papers, articles, and publications.
Administrative/Mentoring
- Assists, mentors, and/or supervises student researchers and/or graduate students who are working on the project.
Presentations
- Prepares presentation materials on research topics that may be presented to small and/or large groups.
- Actively participates in the preparation of required technical progress reports to research sponsors.
- Other duties as assigned.
Why Texas A& M University?
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
- Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
- 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
- Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
- Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
- Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
- Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
- Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
- Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees
Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Research Associate
Document your research credentials before applying
Gather published papers, lab reports, and letters from supervisors confirming your research specialization. Designated sponsors like IIE evaluate your academic and professional record when assessing DS-2019 eligibility, so gaps in documentation slow the process.
Target host institutions with active J-1 programs
Universities, federal research labs, and NIH-affiliated institutes regularly host J-1 Research Scholars. Prioritize employers whose job postings reference international exchange visitors or whose HR teams have processed DS-2019 forms before.
Search Migrate Mate to find Research Associate roles
Migrate Mate filters U.S. employer listings by visa compatibility, letting you identify research institutions that have hosted J-1 exchange visitors. Use it to narrow your search before cold-contacting HR departments.
Clarify the 2-year home residency requirement early
Research Scholar positions in government-funded or skills-list fields often trigger the 2-year home residency requirement under INA 212(e). Confirm with your designated sponsor whether your specific role and funding source activate this condition before accepting an offer.
Request a training plan outline from your host employer
Designated sponsors require a structured training plan before issuing a DS-2019 for Research Scholar applicants. Ask your host institution to draft the plan in writing during the offer stage so the sponsor can begin review without delay.
Verify your program end date aligns with your research timeline
J-1 Research Scholar status can typically be extended through your designated sponsor if the original DS-2019 end date falls before your project concludes. Confirm extension eligibility and processing lead times with the sponsor before signing your employment agreement.
Research Associate J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Research Associate positions?
Most Research Associate roles fall under the J-1 Research Scholar or Short-Term Scholar category, both administered by a State Department-designated sponsor organization. Research Scholar is for longer-term appointments, while Short-Term Scholar covers visits under six months. Current students pursuing research placements as part of their degree may qualify under the Intern category instead, depending on program structure.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa as a Research Associate?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your employer. Organizations like IIE, Cultural Vistas, or a university's international office issue your DS-2019 form and hold legal responsibility for program compliance. Your host institution, the research lab or university department where you work, is the employer but is not the visa sponsor under J-1 rules.
How do I find U.S. employers that work with J-1 Research Scholar sponsors?
Migrate Mate lets you search Research Associate roles filtered by visa compatibility, helping you identify host institutions that have experience working with J-1 designated sponsors. Because not every research employer has navigated the DS-2019 process, narrowing your search to institutions familiar with exchange visitor requirements saves significant time during the offer stage.
Does the 2-year home residency requirement affect Research Associate positions?
It can. Research Scholars funded by their home government, a U.S. government agency, or working in an occupation on the Exchange Visitor Skills List may be subject to the 2-year home residency requirement under INA 212(e). This means you'd need to return home for two years before changing to most other U.S. visa statuses. Confirm whether your specific funding source and field trigger this requirement with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer.
What is the grace period after a J-1 Research Scholar program ends?
J-1 exchange visitors receive a 30-day grace period after their program end date as listed on the DS-2019. During this period you must depart the United States or take steps to change your immigration status. Unlike the 60-day OPT grace period for F-1 students, the J-1 window is shorter, so coordinating your departure or status change with your designated sponsor well before your end date is essential.