OPT Clinical Research Coordinator Jobs
Clinical Research Coordinator roles are among the more OPT-friendly positions in healthcare and biotech. Most require a science-related bachelor's degree, which aligns well with STEM OPT extension eligibility. Sponsors typically include hospitals, academic medical centers, contract research organizations, and pharmaceutical companies.
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Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Clinical Research Coordinator II handles administrative activities generally associated with the conduct of clinical trials.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manages research project databases, develops flow sheets and other study related documents, and completes source documents/case report forms.
- Provides guidance to less experienced staff.
- Interfaces with research participants, determines eligibility and consents study participants according to protocol.
- Approves orders for supplies and equipment maintenance.
- Assists in developing recruitment strategies and conducting screenings for study participants including interviews and questionnaires.
- Supervises collection of study specimens and processing.
- Establishes case packages for study procedures, monitors scheduling of procedures and charges, coordinates other services as needed.
- Ensures compliance with research protocols, reviews case report forms and audits for accuracy with source documents, attends monitoring meetings with sponsors.
- Prepares regulatory submissions.
- With appropriate credentialing and training may perform phlebotomy or diagnostics.
- Performs related approved responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma or GED and five years of clinical research experience.
- Or two years of college in a scientific, health related, or business administration program and three years clinical research experience.
- Or a licensed as a practical nurse (LPN) and two years clinical research experience.
- Or a Bachelor's degree in a scientific, health related, or business administration related program and one year of clinical research experience.
- Or a Master's degree, MD or PhD in a scientific, health related or business administration program.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience with recruitment, coordinating complicated clinical trials, and managing regulatory documents.
This position is intended to support clinical research and all clinical training requirements must be tracked and monitored through Emory Healthcare under the credentialing category of Clinical Researcher.
NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location. Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.
Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).
Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at accessibility@emory.edu or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.
INTRODUCTION
Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Clinical Research Coordinator II handles administrative activities generally associated with the conduct of clinical trials.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manages research project databases, develops flow sheets and other study related documents, and completes source documents/case report forms.
- Provides guidance to less experienced staff.
- Interfaces with research participants, determines eligibility and consents study participants according to protocol.
- Approves orders for supplies and equipment maintenance.
- Assists in developing recruitment strategies and conducting screenings for study participants including interviews and questionnaires.
- Supervises collection of study specimens and processing.
- Establishes case packages for study procedures, monitors scheduling of procedures and charges, coordinates other services as needed.
- Ensures compliance with research protocols, reviews case report forms and audits for accuracy with source documents, attends monitoring meetings with sponsors.
- Prepares regulatory submissions.
- With appropriate credentialing and training may perform phlebotomy or diagnostics.
- Performs related approved responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma or GED and five years of clinical research experience.
- Or two years of college in a scientific, health related, or business administration program and three years clinical research experience.
- Or a licensed as a practical nurse (LPN) and two years clinical research experience.
- Or a Bachelor's degree in a scientific, health related, or business administration related program and one year of clinical research experience.
- Or a Master's degree, MD or PhD in a scientific, health related or business administration program.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience with recruitment, coordinating complicated clinical trials, and managing regulatory documents.
This position is intended to support clinical research and all clinical training requirements must be tracked and monitored through Emory Healthcare under the credentialing category of Clinical Researcher.
NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location. Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.
Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).
Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at accessibility@emory.edu or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Clinical Research Coordinator
Target STEM-designated programs
A CRC role under a STEM-classified degree field qualifies you for a 24-month OPT extension. Confirm your degree's CIP code with your DSO before applying so you can accurately represent your authorization timeline to employers.
Lead with your OPT timeline upfront
CRC hiring cycles move slowly. Mention your OPT end date early so hiring managers can assess fit before investing time in interviews. Employers who've sponsored before won't be surprised by the conversation.
Prioritize contract research organizations
CROs like ICON, Syneos, and Medpace hire CRCs at scale and have established immigration infrastructure. They're more accustomed to sponsoring international candidates than smaller academic or community hospital research teams.
Highlight GCP certification in applications
Good Clinical Practice certification signals you're job-ready without extensive onboarding. For employers weighing the administrative cost of OPT sponsorship, demonstrated clinical research competency reduces perceived hiring risk significantly.
Apply to federally funded research sites
Academic medical centers and NIH-funded research programs have more structured HR processes and legal resources. They're generally more experienced navigating work authorization requirements than private-practice or startup research settings.
Frame your international background as an asset
Many clinical trials require diverse patient recruitment and multilingual coordination. If you speak a language common among patient populations, make that explicit. It shifts the framing from 'sponsorship burden' to 'hiring advantage.'
Clinical Research Coordinator OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Clinical Research Coordinator jobs typically sponsor OPT students?
Many do, particularly at CROs, academic medical centers, and pharmaceutical companies with dedicated HR and legal teams. Smaller community hospital research departments may be less experienced with work authorization. Migrate Mate filters for employers actively open to OPT candidates, so you can focus your search on sponsors rather than cold-applying broadly.
Does a Clinical Research Coordinator role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your underlying degree, not the job title. If your bachelor's or master's degree falls under a STEM-designated CIP code, such as biology, public health, or biomedical science, you may qualify for the 24-month extension. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before accepting an offer, since the extension must be authorized before your initial OPT period expires.
What degree backgrounds are employers looking for in OPT CRC applicants?
Most CRC postings require a bachelor's degree in a life science field, with biology, public health, nursing, and psychology among the most commonly accepted. Some research-heavy roles at academic medical centers prefer candidates with clinical trial coursework or a master's degree. Employers are generally less concerned with the specific major than with whether the degree supports specialty occupation status.
Can I work as a Clinical Research Coordinator at a hospital on OPT?
Yes. Hospitals with active research programs regularly hire CRCs on OPT. The key distinction is whether the role sits within the hospital's research department rather than direct patient care, which has different licensing requirements. Most CRC positions are administrative and coordinative in nature, making them compatible with F-1 OPT work authorization.
How do I find Clinical Research Coordinator jobs that accept OPT students?
Standard job boards don't filter by sponsorship willingness, which means a lot of wasted applications. Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and surfaces CRC roles from employers open to candidates on work authorization. You can browse by role type and see which positions are compatible with your OPT timeline.