STEM OPT Clinical Research Jobs
Clinical Research roles in biostatistics, pharmacovigilance, data management, and regulatory affairs qualify for STEM OPT because they map to STEM CIP codes in biological sciences, computer science, and statistics. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and your 24-month extension gives you three full years of post-graduation authorization to build a research career in the U.S.
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40
Position Summary
Assists investigators as coordinator of a basic to moderately complex clinical research study; may be responsible for multiple research studies simultaneously, acting as a liaison with the school, sponsoring agency, community and the study participants; responsible for managing and recording all phases of study protocol as required by the sponsoring agency to ensure compliance.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Implements and manages all phases of study/protocol; ensures compliance with protocol guidelines and requirements of regulatory agencies; establishes record-keeping systems; makes assessments and determinations of participants’ progress in the study; analyzes, investigates and reports adverse events; makes decisions as to when to notify physicians of issues, when to stop participant inclusion and/or to make and/or recommend adjustment of the protocol of particular participants; resolves protocol management issues and recommends corrective action as appropriate; serves as liaison with funding or sponsoring agency.
- Recruits and enrolls study participants; makes and/or participates in making determinations of eligibility based on diagnostic criteria and/or observations/analysis in participant interviews; develops informed consent packets for study participants and confers with participants to explain purpose of study and obtain completed informed consent packets; explains diagnostic procedures and treatment plans to address participant/family concerns; administers/scores tests and/or evaluates all lab and clinical assessments to ensure they are completed in a timely manner.
- Ensures timely completion of all protocol requirements (assessment, lab testing, procedures and treatments), to include scheduling and facilitating the patient’s timely completion of protocol requirements; evaluates and interprets collected clinical data as appropriate; prepares oral or written presentations or reports and analyses setting forth progress trends and provides recommendations or conclusions of the same.
- Collects clinical data under clinical research protocols.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
The Transplant Nephrology Section is looking for a third full time research coordinator (level 1 or 2). The coordinator does not have to be an RN. International MD are welcome to apply. Here are some of the main tasks of the coordinator:
- Supports, facilitates and coordinates clinical trial activities and plays an important role in the conduct of a study.
- Coordinates with PI, institution, department and corresponding offices to ensure that study-related activities are in compliance with federal and university policies and procedures.
- Coordinates and facilitates monitoring and audit visits and notifies all appropriate personnel/offices.
- Assists the PI in study feasibility, qualification, selection and initiation visits to ensure proper conduction of such study-related events.
- Conducts and/or participates in discussing and consenting patients, and ensures that all questions and concerns related to study participation are answered appropriately.
- Screens participants for eligibility and coordinates with study visits, ensuring that all visits are entered in the billing matrix and OnCore and study EDC.
- Maintains inventory of supplies and ensures that all study kits/equipment are up-to-date, and that expired kits/supplies are properly disposed based on the university’s policies and guidelines.
- Ensures complete study documentation and maintenance of files, and are in accordance with WashU, IRB, study sponsor policies and guidelines.
- Coordinates and communicates between sponsor, IRB, and PI accordingly especially in matters pertaining to study participants and their safety.
- Assists in study closeout and ensures that documents follow university and study requirements.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions
- Patient care setting.
Physical Effort
- Typically sitting at desk or table.
Equipment
- Office equipment.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
Required Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
The list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may be required depending on the role.
- Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
- Basic Life Support - American Red Cross
Work Experience:
No specific work experience is required for this position.
Skills:
Not Applicable
Driver's License:
A driver's license is not required for this position.
More About This Job
Required Qualifications:
- Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Work Experience:
No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Skills:
Clinical Research, Clinical Study Protocols, Communication, Computer Systems, Interpersonal Communication, Organizing, Research Support
Grade
C09
Salary Range
$47,400.00 - $71,200.00 / Annually
The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.
Questions
For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.
Accommodation
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.
Benefits Statement
Personal
- Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
- Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
- Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
- WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
- Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
- We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
- WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/
EEO Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Scheduled Hours
40
Position Summary
Assists investigators as coordinator of a basic to moderately complex clinical research study; may be responsible for multiple research studies simultaneously, acting as a liaison with the school, sponsoring agency, community and the study participants; responsible for managing and recording all phases of study protocol as required by the sponsoring agency to ensure compliance.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Implements and manages all phases of study/protocol; ensures compliance with protocol guidelines and requirements of regulatory agencies; establishes record-keeping systems; makes assessments and determinations of participants’ progress in the study; analyzes, investigates and reports adverse events; makes decisions as to when to notify physicians of issues, when to stop participant inclusion and/or to make and/or recommend adjustment of the protocol of particular participants; resolves protocol management issues and recommends corrective action as appropriate; serves as liaison with funding or sponsoring agency.
- Recruits and enrolls study participants; makes and/or participates in making determinations of eligibility based on diagnostic criteria and/or observations/analysis in participant interviews; develops informed consent packets for study participants and confers with participants to explain purpose of study and obtain completed informed consent packets; explains diagnostic procedures and treatment plans to address participant/family concerns; administers/scores tests and/or evaluates all lab and clinical assessments to ensure they are completed in a timely manner.
- Ensures timely completion of all protocol requirements (assessment, lab testing, procedures and treatments), to include scheduling and facilitating the patient’s timely completion of protocol requirements; evaluates and interprets collected clinical data as appropriate; prepares oral or written presentations or reports and analyses setting forth progress trends and provides recommendations or conclusions of the same.
- Collects clinical data under clinical research protocols.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
The Transplant Nephrology Section is looking for a third full time research coordinator (level 1 or 2). The coordinator does not have to be an RN. International MD are welcome to apply. Here are some of the main tasks of the coordinator:
- Supports, facilitates and coordinates clinical trial activities and plays an important role in the conduct of a study.
- Coordinates with PI, institution, department and corresponding offices to ensure that study-related activities are in compliance with federal and university policies and procedures.
- Coordinates and facilitates monitoring and audit visits and notifies all appropriate personnel/offices.
- Assists the PI in study feasibility, qualification, selection and initiation visits to ensure proper conduction of such study-related events.
- Conducts and/or participates in discussing and consenting patients, and ensures that all questions and concerns related to study participation are answered appropriately.
- Screens participants for eligibility and coordinates with study visits, ensuring that all visits are entered in the billing matrix and OnCore and study EDC.
- Maintains inventory of supplies and ensures that all study kits/equipment are up-to-date, and that expired kits/supplies are properly disposed based on the university’s policies and guidelines.
- Ensures complete study documentation and maintenance of files, and are in accordance with WashU, IRB, study sponsor policies and guidelines.
- Coordinates and communicates between sponsor, IRB, and PI accordingly especially in matters pertaining to study participants and their safety.
- Assists in study closeout and ensures that documents follow university and study requirements.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions
- Patient care setting.
Physical Effort
- Typically sitting at desk or table.
Equipment
- Office equipment.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
Required Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
The list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may be required depending on the role.
- Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
- Basic Life Support - American Red Cross
Work Experience:
No specific work experience is required for this position.
Skills:
Not Applicable
Driver's License:
A driver's license is not required for this position.
More About This Job
Required Qualifications:
- Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Work Experience:
No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Skills:
Clinical Research, Clinical Study Protocols, Communication, Computer Systems, Interpersonal Communication, Organizing, Research Support
Grade
C09
Salary Range
$47,400.00 - $71,200.00 / Annually
The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.
Questions
For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.
Accommodation
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.
Benefits Statement
Personal
- Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
- Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
- Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
- WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
- Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
- We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
- WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/
EEO Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization in Clinical Research
Verify your CIP code matches clinical research
Check your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code against the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Degrees in biological sciences, biostatistics, public health sciences, and computer science commonly support clinical research roles. Your DSO confirms the match before you apply.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Every employer hiring you on STEM OPT must be enrolled in E-Verify. Ask recruiters directly or search the E-Verify employer search tool during your job hunt, not after you receive an offer. Sites, CROs, and sponsors each count as separate employers and must enroll independently.
Target clinical research organizations and sponsors actively filing LCAs
Pharmaceutical companies, contract research organizations, and academic medical centers regularly file Labor Condition Applications for clinical roles. Use the OFLC Wage Search to identify which organizations have recent LCA activity for research coordinator, biostatistician, and regulatory affairs titles in your target location.
Use Migrate Mate to find employers already sponsoring STEM OPT roles
Filter your clinical research job search on Migrate Mate to surface employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and active LCA filing history. This removes the guesswork of cold-applying to organizations that have never sponsored international students in research roles.
Build your I-983 training plan around concrete research deliverables
USCIS requires your I-983 to describe how the job provides practical training in your STEM field. For clinical research, list specific competencies: protocol design, data integrity monitoring, adverse event reporting, or statistical analysis. Vague descriptions of 'general research duties' draw DSO scrutiny and delay approval.
Time your H-1B cap-gap transition around clinical trial cycles
If your employer files an H-1B visa petition before your OPT expires, cap-gap extends your authorization through September 30. Clinical trials often run on multi-year timelines, so coordinate your transition with your study team to avoid gaps during critical data collection or closeout phases.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which STEM degrees qualify for the OPT extension in clinical research roles?
Degrees on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List that commonly support clinical research positions include biological sciences, biostatistics, public health sciences, computer science, and health informatics. Your specific CIP code must appear on the list, and your DSO verifies the match before authorizing the extension. Check your transcript for the exact program name and confirm with your international student office.
Does every site or organization involved in my clinical trial need to be enrolled in E-Verify?
Your direct employer of record must be enrolled in E-Verify. If you are hired by a contract research organization and assigned to a sponsor site, it is the CRO's E-Verify enrollment that matters, not the sponsor's. If you move to a new employer, including a different CRO or a hospital system, that organization must independently be enrolled in E-Verify before your STEM OPT authorization applies to that position.
What should my I-983 training plan include for a clinical research role?
Your I-983 must connect your daily job duties to your STEM field of study. For clinical research, that means documenting specific skills like protocol adherence, adverse event coding, biostatistical analysis, regulatory submission preparation, or clinical data management. Generic language about supporting a research team is not sufficient. Your employer's supervisor signs the form and takes responsibility for the training relationship, so both parties should review it carefully before submission.
How does cap-gap protection work if my employer files an H-1B petition during my clinical research position?
If your employer files a timely H-1B cap-subject petition before your OPT EAD expires, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that year. If USCIS selects and approves your petition, your status changes to H-1B on October 1. During the cap-gap period you can continue working in your clinical research role without interruption. USCIS publishes cap-gap guidance that explains which receipt notices serve as proof of continued authorization.
Where can I find clinical research employers that sponsor STEM OPT students?
Migrate Mate filters clinical research jobs by employers with active E-Verify enrollment and LCA filing history, so you can identify organizations that have already hired international students in research roles. You can also cross-reference employer names against the OFLC Wage Search to see which companies have filed Labor Condition Applications for clinical coordinator, biostatistician, or regulatory affairs positions in your target city.