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Research Manager roles in the United States are available to qualified international professionals through the J-1 Research Scholar or Specialist program category, which covers senior-level research and program oversight positions at universities, institutes, and nonprofits. Securing sponsorship requires a designated sponsor organization to issue your DS-2019 before you can begin work.
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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
Job Description Summary
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:
-
25% - Conduct data analysis for scientific publications. Collaborate with national ECHO Data Analysis Center.
-
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.
-
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.
-
20% - Automate data abstraction from medical records, ensure accuracy and completeness of abstracted data through verification and quality checks, and track productivity metrics.
-
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 Research Manager
Align your CV to Research Scholar criteria
The J-1 Research Scholar category requires a graduate-level background and a clear research agenda. Tailor your CV to emphasize publications, grants managed, and lab or program oversight experience before approaching any host institution.
Check for the two-year home residency requirement
If your home country or field appears on the DOS Exchange Visitor Skills List, you may be subject to a two-year home residency requirement before changing to H-1B or green card status. Confirm your eligibility with the host institution before accepting an offer.
Search Migrate Mate for J-1-aligned research roles
Use Migrate Mate to filter U.S. research and program management positions at employers that have hosted J-1 exchange visitors. This narrows your search to organizations already familiar with the DS-2019 process and host-institution obligations.
Negotiate DS-2019 issuance before signing anything
Your host employer cannot issue the DS-2019 themselves. Confirm which designated sponsor organization they work with, and verify that the sponsor will issue the DS-2019 under the Research Scholar or Specialist category before you sign an offer letter.
Secure an institutional affiliation letter early
Most designated sponsors require a formal affiliation letter from the host institution describing your research objectives, program duration, and funding source. Drafting this letter takes longer than applicants expect, so initiate it as soon as the offer is verbal.
Verify the host's SEVIS compliance history
Ask the host institution's international office whether they have an active relationship with a SEVIS-registered designated sponsor. Hosts without an existing sponsor relationship add weeks to your start timeline while they establish one.
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Find Research Manager JobsResearch Manager J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Research Manager role?
Research Manager positions most commonly fall under the J-1 Research Scholar or Specialist category. Research Scholar applies when you're conducting independent research at a university or institute. Specialist applies when your role involves specialized skills in a defined program area rather than original research. The Intern or Trainee categories are not appropriate for experienced Research Manager candidates.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa as a Research Manager?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your employer. The hiring institution is your host, and it works with a designated sponsor such as IIE or Cultural Vistas to issue your DS-2019 form. Your employer cannot sponsor the J-1 directly. This is fundamentally different from employer-sponsored visas like H-1B, where the hiring company files the petition.
How do I find U.S. employers that support J-1 Research Scholar placements?
Use Migrate Mate to identify U.S. research institutions, universities, and nonprofits that have hosted J-1 exchange visitors in research and program management roles. Searching this way surfaces employers already familiar with the DS-2019 process, which shortens your onboarding timeline considerably compared to approaching organizations with no prior J-1 experience.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to Research Managers?
It depends on your home country and field. If your nationality or discipline appears on the DOS Exchange Visitor Skills List, or if your exchange program was funded by a U.S. or home-country government agency, the two-year home residency requirement applies. This means you'd need to return home or obtain a waiver before switching to H-1B or applying for a green card.
Can a Research Manager extend their J-1 status or change to another visa?
J-1 Research Scholar status can typically be extended through the designated sponsor organization if the host institution can justify continued research objectives. Extensions require an updated DS-2019 and must be approved before your current program end date. If you're subject to the two-year home residency requirement, a change of status to H-1B or permanent residence requires either fulfilling the requirement or obtaining a waiver first.
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