TN Visa Clinical Research Jobs
Clinical Research roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA as scientific positions requiring a relevant bachelor's degree or higher. Canadian citizens can enter at the port of entry with employer documentation. Mexican citizens apply at a U.S. consulate. Both pathways avoid the H-1B lottery entirely.
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Clinical Research Coordinator, RN’s are primarily responsible for study coordination and data management, with a central focus on managing subject recruitment and enrollment, consistency of study implementation, data management and integrity, and compliance with regulatory requirements and reporting.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION/COMPETENCIES
The responsibilities and duties described in this job description are intended to provide a general overview of the position. Duties may vary depending on the specific needs of the affiliate or location you are working at and/or state requirements. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Maintain site compliance for all clinical trial activities in accordance with established research protocols and standards in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedural requirements.
- Maintain working knowledge of current FDA regulations, ICH-GCP guidelines, all the organizational SOPs, all the guidance documents, and assigned study protocol(s).
- Complete all relevant Profound Research required training, including but not limited to ICH-GCP certification and IATA certification in a timely manner.
- Educates and directs protocol compliance with physicians and staff.
- Assists in developing tools to meet requirements of new protocols.
- Manages protocols with increased clinical complexities including translational investigator-initiated research as well as multi center trials.
- Ensure good documentation practices are applied by all team members when collecting, maintaining, and correcting study data and required records of clinical trial activity including but not limited to source documentation, case report forms, queries, drug dispensation records, and regulatory forms.
- Communicate effectively and professionally with coworkers, leadership, study subjects, sponsors, CROs, and vendors.
- Acts as a patient advocate by providing education to and responding to questions from patients about protocols.
- Works with patients to ensure adherence with the protocol.
- Collaborates with scheduling staff to assure that future appointments for the patients (follow up visits and diagnostic testing) are scheduled correctly and timely.
- Collaborates with the physician to assure orders for treatment are written per protocol and delivered at the prescribed protocol intervals.
- Performs other position related duties as assigned.
- Employees shall adhere to high standards of ethical conduct and will comply with and assist in complying with all applicable laws and regulations. This will include and not be limited to following the Solaris Health Code of Conduct and all Solaris Health and Affiliated Practice policies and procedures; maintaining the confidentiality of patients' protected health information in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA); immediately reporting any suspected concerns and/or violations to a supervisor and/or the Compliance Department; and the timely completion the Annual Compliance Training.
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSURES OR REGISTRY REQUIREMENTS
- BLS certification required, ACLS preferred.
- RN licensure and certifications as required by State.
- Clinical research certification from SoCRA (Society of Clinical Research Associates) or ACRP (Association of Clinical Research Professionals) preferred.
KNOWLEDGE | SKILLS | ABILITIES
- Ability to Start IVs and Administer IV medications
- Ability to draw blood
- Understanding of all aspects of biomedical research protocols, ensuring applicable regulations, and guidelines.
- Maintains patient confidentiality.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Skill in using computer programs and applications.
- Maintains current knowledge and awareness of organizational and regulatory standards, policies and procedures.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to build relationships with patients and display empathy and compassion to patients
- Skill in using computer programs and applications including Microsoft Office.
- Complies with HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality.
- Complies with all health and safety policies of the organization.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) with a current and valid license. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (ASN or BSN) required.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
2 or more years Nursing experience in ICU, ER, oncology or clinical trial experience, preferred.
REQUIRED TRAVEL
May require travel to other site locations in practice.
May require travel to Investigator and other meetings.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Carrying Weight Frequency
1-25 lbs. Frequent from 34% to 66%
26-50 lbs. Occasionally from 2% to 33%
Pushing/Pulling Frequency
1-25 lbs. Seldom, up to 2%
100 + lbs. Seldom, up to 2%
Lifting - Height, Weight Frequency
Floor to Chest, 1 -25 lbs. Occasional: from 2% to 33%
Floor to Chest, 26-50 lbs. Seldom: up to 2%
Floor to Waist, 1-25 lbs. Occasional: from 2% to 33%
Floor to Waist, 26-50 lbs. Seldom: up to 2%
GENERAL SUMMARY
Clinical Research Coordinator, RN’s are primarily responsible for study coordination and data management, with a central focus on managing subject recruitment and enrollment, consistency of study implementation, data management and integrity, and compliance with regulatory requirements and reporting.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION/COMPETENCIES
The responsibilities and duties described in this job description are intended to provide a general overview of the position. Duties may vary depending on the specific needs of the affiliate or location you are working at and/or state requirements. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Maintain site compliance for all clinical trial activities in accordance with established research protocols and standards in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedural requirements.
- Maintain working knowledge of current FDA regulations, ICH-GCP guidelines, all the organizational SOPs, all the guidance documents, and assigned study protocol(s).
- Complete all relevant Profound Research required training, including but not limited to ICH-GCP certification and IATA certification in a timely manner.
- Educates and directs protocol compliance with physicians and staff.
- Assists in developing tools to meet requirements of new protocols.
- Manages protocols with increased clinical complexities including translational investigator-initiated research as well as multi center trials.
- Ensure good documentation practices are applied by all team members when collecting, maintaining, and correcting study data and required records of clinical trial activity including but not limited to source documentation, case report forms, queries, drug dispensation records, and regulatory forms.
- Communicate effectively and professionally with coworkers, leadership, study subjects, sponsors, CROs, and vendors.
- Acts as a patient advocate by providing education to and responding to questions from patients about protocols.
- Works with patients to ensure adherence with the protocol.
- Collaborates with scheduling staff to assure that future appointments for the patients (follow up visits and diagnostic testing) are scheduled correctly and timely.
- Collaborates with the physician to assure orders for treatment are written per protocol and delivered at the prescribed protocol intervals.
- Performs other position related duties as assigned.
- Employees shall adhere to high standards of ethical conduct and will comply with and assist in complying with all applicable laws and regulations. This will include and not be limited to following the Solaris Health Code of Conduct and all Solaris Health and Affiliated Practice policies and procedures; maintaining the confidentiality of patients' protected health information in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA); immediately reporting any suspected concerns and/or violations to a supervisor and/or the Compliance Department; and the timely completion the Annual Compliance Training.
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSURES OR REGISTRY REQUIREMENTS
- BLS certification required, ACLS preferred.
- RN licensure and certifications as required by State.
- Clinical research certification from SoCRA (Society of Clinical Research Associates) or ACRP (Association of Clinical Research Professionals) preferred.
KNOWLEDGE | SKILLS | ABILITIES
- Ability to Start IVs and Administer IV medications
- Ability to draw blood
- Understanding of all aspects of biomedical research protocols, ensuring applicable regulations, and guidelines.
- Maintains patient confidentiality.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Skill in using computer programs and applications.
- Maintains current knowledge and awareness of organizational and regulatory standards, policies and procedures.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to build relationships with patients and display empathy and compassion to patients
- Skill in using computer programs and applications including Microsoft Office.
- Complies with HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality.
- Complies with all health and safety policies of the organization.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) with a current and valid license. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (ASN or BSN) required.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
2 or more years Nursing experience in ICU, ER, oncology or clinical trial experience, preferred.
REQUIRED TRAVEL
May require travel to other site locations in practice.
May require travel to Investigator and other meetings.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Carrying Weight Frequency
1-25 lbs. Frequent from 34% to 66%
26-50 lbs. Occasionally from 2% to 33%
Pushing/Pulling Frequency
1-25 lbs. Seldom, up to 2%
100 + lbs. Seldom, up to 2%
Lifting - Height, Weight Frequency
Floor to Chest, 1 -25 lbs. Occasional: from 2% to 33%
Floor to Chest, 26-50 lbs. Seldom: up to 2%
Floor to Waist, 1-25 lbs. Occasional: from 2% to 33%
Floor to Waist, 26-50 lbs. Seldom: up to 2%
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Clinical Research
Align your credentials to USMCA categories
TN visa approval for Clinical Research roles depends on your degree matching a recognized scientific or technical field. A life sciences, biology, or health sciences degree strengthens your case. A general business degree, even with research experience, can trigger a secondary inspection.
Search for sponsors with recent visa filings
Use Migrate Mate to filter Clinical Research jobs by employers with recent visa filings, so you're targeting companies experienced with visa sponsorship rather than educating a recruiter from scratch.
Target contract research organizations specifically
Contract research organizations, known as CROs, routinely hire Canadian and Mexican professionals on TN status for clinical trial coordination and data management roles. Their legal teams are familiar with USMCA documentation requirements, which shortens the offer-to-start timeline significantly.
Prepare a USMCA support letter before final interviews
Your employer's USMCA support letter must describe your role in terms of the scientific prong, not just your job title. Have a draft ready before you receive a formal offer so the filing can move quickly once you accept.
Understand the Mexican consular appointment timeline
Mexican nationals must schedule a consular interview, which adds weeks to the process. Factor this into your start date negotiation and ask your prospective employer to prepare their support letter and required documentation at least four to six weeks before your intended first day.
Clarify protocol ownership with your hiring manager
Clinical Research Coordinators and Associates sometimes work across multiple sponsor protocols simultaneously. Confirm whether your TN petition will reflect one employer or require multiple concurrent filings, since each sponsor relationship can affect how USCIS evaluates your petition's scope.
Clinical Research TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Clinical Research role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, Clinical Research positions qualify under the USMCA scientific occupations category when your degree is in a directly related field such as biology, biochemistry, or health sciences. The role must involve systematic investigation rather than purely administrative or project management functions. Officers evaluate both your credentials and the specific duties listed in the employer's support letter.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for Clinical Research professionals?
TN status is faster and more predictable than H-1B for Canadians and Mexicans working in Clinical Research. There is no annual lottery, no cap for Canadian citizens, and no multi-month wait for a registration window. A qualified Canadian can receive TN status at a port of entry the same day the employer provides the required documentation, while H-1B selection can take years.
Can I change Clinical Research employers while on TN status?
Yes, but TN status is employer-specific. When you change employers, your new sponsor must prepare a fresh USMCA support letter describing your role, and you'll either need a new TN admission at a port of entry or a change of status filing through USCIS before you begin work. You cannot start with the new employer using your previous TN approval.
Where can I find Clinical Research jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. You can filter Clinical Research positions by employers with recent visa filings, which removes the guesswork of cold-applying to companies unfamiliar with work visa sponsorship. This is especially useful early in your search when you want to avoid spending time on roles where sponsorship experience is uncertain.
Do Mexican Clinical Research professionals face different sponsorship requirements than Canadians?
The USMCA eligibility criteria are identical for both nationalities, but the process differs. Canadian citizens apply for TN status directly at a U.S. port of entry or preclearance location. Mexican nationals must apply at a U.S. consulate and attend an in-person interview, which adds time. Mexican TN visas are also subject to a separate numerical allocation, so confirming current availability with your employer before accepting an offer is practical.