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Clinical Trial Associate roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Scientific Technician/Technologist or Medical/Allied Professional categories, depending on your credentials and job duties. Canadian citizens can apply at the border or a U.S. consulate. Mexican citizens need a consulate appointment. A bachelor's degree in a life science field is the standard credential employers and CBP expect.
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The Department of Epidemiology and Public Health (EPH) at the University of Maryland School of Medicine is recruiting a full-time, tenure track/tenure Associate Professor or Professor with specialization in clinical trial epidemiology. Applicants must have a doctoral degree (PhD, MD/PhD/MS) or equivalent in epidemiology, biostatistics, or a related area.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will have experience in epidemiologic study design and quantitative analyses and will have demonstrated the ability to establish an independent research program or data coordinating center and develop collaborative research. Experience working in and managing a data coordinating center and seeking extramural support for coordinating centers are essential. There also are opportunities to participate in teaching programs, including student mentoring and course leadership, for graduate and medical students.
Responsibilities will include:
- Overseeing clinical trials and data coordinating center activities on multiple studies
- Planning and executing clinical trials and other types of research studies
- Reporting findings and relevant information to sponsors, the medical field, and the general public
- Working with School of Medicine faculty to design trials of promising interventions and serve as leader or member of data coordinating center
- Actively seeking extramural funding for data coordinating centers
Expected rank for this position will be Associate Professor or higher; however, final rank and tenure status will be commensurate with selected candidate’s experience.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must have a doctoral degree (PhD, MD/PhD/MS) or equivalent in epidemiology, biostatistics, or a related area.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The Department of Epidemiology and Public Health is home to strong and innovative research programs in biostatistics and bioinformatics, gerontology and aging, cancer epidemiology, genomic and infectious disease epidemiology, maternal and child health, preventive medicine, and population health. EPH has a long and successful tradition of leading important clinical trials funded by federal agencies, private foundations, and industry sponsors. Given the increasing demand for clinical trials expertise (design, coordination, and management of clinical trials) in the School of Medicine, we are seeking to hire a seasoned clinical trial epidemiologist with strong research and funding portfolios to lead EPH’s Data Coordinating Center and a group of trialists, biostatisticians, and data analysts.
COMPENSATION
- Expected Salary Range: $157,000 – $391,294. The referenced salary range reflects base pay, which is based on faculty rank and years in rank. This salary range does not include all components of the departmental faculty compensation program or pay from participation in departmental variable compensation programs. Therefore, the actual compensation paid to the selected candidate may vary from the salary range stated herein. The referenced salary range represents the minimum and maximum salaries for this position and is based on the University of Maryland School of Medicine’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. The actual compensation offered to the selected candidate may vary and will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, internal equity, market conditions, education/training, and other factors, as reasonably determined by the University.
BENEFITS
UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. This position offers a retirement program that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Faculty receive a generous leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, paid holidays, personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
For immediate consideration, qualified applicants should submit a single PDF file containing a short cover letter, a detailed curriculum vitae, contact information for three or more references, up to three reprints of representative publication(s), and a description of future research, teaching, and scientific interests to the following link: https://www.umaryland.edu/hr/careers-at-umb/. Search for job number #260000AZ.
For additional questions after application, please email Erin Walton at Erin.Walton@som.umaryland.edu.
UMB is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. If you need a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please submit an online request or contact HRDiversity@umaryland.edu. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
QUALIFICATIONS
Job: Faculty
Organization: School of Medicine - Clinical Departments
Job Posting: Apr 10, 2026
INTRODUCTION
The Department of Epidemiology and Public Health (EPH) at the University of Maryland School of Medicine is recruiting a full-time, tenure track/tenure Associate Professor or Professor with specialization in clinical trial epidemiology. Applicants must have a doctoral degree (PhD, MD/PhD/MS) or equivalent in epidemiology, biostatistics, or a related area.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will have experience in epidemiologic study design and quantitative analyses and will have demonstrated the ability to establish an independent research program or data coordinating center and develop collaborative research. Experience working in and managing a data coordinating center and seeking extramural support for coordinating centers are essential. There also are opportunities to participate in teaching programs, including student mentoring and course leadership, for graduate and medical students.
Responsibilities will include:
- Overseeing clinical trials and data coordinating center activities on multiple studies
- Planning and executing clinical trials and other types of research studies
- Reporting findings and relevant information to sponsors, the medical field, and the general public
- Working with School of Medicine faculty to design trials of promising interventions and serve as leader or member of data coordinating center
- Actively seeking extramural funding for data coordinating centers
Expected rank for this position will be Associate Professor or higher; however, final rank and tenure status will be commensurate with selected candidate’s experience.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must have a doctoral degree (PhD, MD/PhD/MS) or equivalent in epidemiology, biostatistics, or a related area.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The Department of Epidemiology and Public Health is home to strong and innovative research programs in biostatistics and bioinformatics, gerontology and aging, cancer epidemiology, genomic and infectious disease epidemiology, maternal and child health, preventive medicine, and population health. EPH has a long and successful tradition of leading important clinical trials funded by federal agencies, private foundations, and industry sponsors. Given the increasing demand for clinical trials expertise (design, coordination, and management of clinical trials) in the School of Medicine, we are seeking to hire a seasoned clinical trial epidemiologist with strong research and funding portfolios to lead EPH’s Data Coordinating Center and a group of trialists, biostatisticians, and data analysts.
COMPENSATION
- Expected Salary Range: $157,000 – $391,294. The referenced salary range reflects base pay, which is based on faculty rank and years in rank. This salary range does not include all components of the departmental faculty compensation program or pay from participation in departmental variable compensation programs. Therefore, the actual compensation paid to the selected candidate may vary from the salary range stated herein. The referenced salary range represents the minimum and maximum salaries for this position and is based on the University of Maryland School of Medicine’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. The actual compensation offered to the selected candidate may vary and will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, internal equity, market conditions, education/training, and other factors, as reasonably determined by the University.
BENEFITS
UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. This position offers a retirement program that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Faculty receive a generous leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, paid holidays, personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
For immediate consideration, qualified applicants should submit a single PDF file containing a short cover letter, a detailed curriculum vitae, contact information for three or more references, up to three reprints of representative publication(s), and a description of future research, teaching, and scientific interests to the following link: https://www.umaryland.edu/hr/careers-at-umb/. Search for job number #260000AZ.
For additional questions after application, please email Erin Walton at Erin.Walton@som.umaryland.edu.
UMB is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. If you need a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please submit an online request or contact HRDiversity@umaryland.edu. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
QUALIFICATIONS
Job: Faculty
Organization: School of Medicine - Clinical Departments
Job Posting: Apr 10, 2026
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Clinical Trial Associate
Align your degree to the role
TN visa classification for Clinical Trial Associates depends on matching your degree field to your job duties. A life sciences, pharmacy, or nursing degree supports the application. A general business degree, even with CRA experience, creates gaps CBP officers will probe.
Target sponsors with active IND portfolios
Pharma and biotech companies running active Investigational New Drug applications need on-site clinical staff and file TN paperwork regularly. CROs working under sponsor contracts are equally viable. Focus your search on companies in Phase II and Phase III trial execution.
Request a detailed TN support letter early
Your employer's TN support letter must describe your specific duties, confirm the role requires a bachelor's degree, and name the USMCA professional category. Vague letters citing only your job title are the leading cause of CBP denials for this role.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified TN sponsors
Search Migrate Mate to identify Clinical Trial Associate roles at employers with TN visa sponsorship history. Filtering by sponsorship status saves time you'd otherwise spend confirming visa support with recruiters who don't know their own HR policy.
Prepare for USMCA category scrutiny at the border
Canadian citizens applying at a U.S. port of entry should bring the support letter, degree transcripts, and a concise one-page summary of clinical duties. CBP officers for healthcare-adjacent roles sometimes request more documentation than for purely technical categories.
Confirm your employer understands TN renewal timing
TN status is granted in three-year increments with unlimited renewals. Employers unfamiliar with TN often confuse renewal timelines with H-1B visa cap rules. Clarify during the offer stage that no lottery or USCIS petition is required for TN renewals—the process is straightforward and handled directly at the port of entry or consulate.
Clinical Trial Associate TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Clinical Trial Associate role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, but the qualifying USMCA category depends on your credentials and specific duties. If you hold a degree in a life science field and your role involves protocol adherence, site monitoring, or regulatory documentation, you typically qualify under Scientific Technician/Technologist or a related medical professional category. Your employer's support letter must clearly map your duties to the category CBP will evaluate.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Clinical Trial Associate positions?
TN has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadian citizens, and no USCIS petition required for Canadians applying at the border. H-1B selection is random and capped at 85,000 per fiscal year. For a role like Clinical Trial Associate, where the degree-to-job match is straightforward, TN is a faster and more predictable path if you hold Canadian or Mexican citizenship and meet the credential requirements.
Can Mexican citizens get TN sponsorship for Clinical Trial Associate jobs?
Yes, but the process differs from Canadian citizens. Mexican nationals must apply at a U.S. consulate and receive a TN visa stamp before entering the country, rather than seeking admission at a land border port. Consulate appointment wait times vary by location and time of year. The credential and employer support letter requirements are identical to those for Canadian applicants.
Where can I find Clinical Trial Associate jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals searching for TN-eligible roles. You can filter by visa sponsorship type to surface Clinical Trial Associate openings at employers who already understand TN requirements, which saves significant time compared to reaching out to employers who have never filed TN paperwork for this role category.
What happens to my TN status if my clinical trial project ends early?
TN status is tied to your specific employer and role. If your position ends, your TN authorization ends with it. You have a grace period of up to 60 days to find a new sponsor or depart the U.S. A new TN requires a new employer support letter and a new admission or USCIS filing. Canadians can apply at the border for a new TN with a qualifying offer in hand.