Clinical Research Scientist Visa Sponsorship Jobs in California

California hosts one of the largest concentrations of clinical research scientist jobs in the country, driven by biotech hubs in the San Francisco Bay Area and San Diego, major pharmaceutical employers like Genentech, Gilead Sciences, and AstraZeneca, and a steady pipeline from institutions like UCSF and Stanford. Visa sponsorship is common across the state's life sciences sector.

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Open Jobs274+
Top Visa TypeH-1B
Work Type93% On-site
Salary Range$113K – $152K
Top LocationSouth San Francisco, CA
Most JobsCalico Life Sciences

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Taiho Oncology
Director, Clinical Research Scientist
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Taiho Oncology
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Director, Clinical Research Scientist
Taiho Oncology
Pleasanton, California
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Laboratory Research
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Clinical Trials
$238,000/yr - $280,000/yr
Hybrid
3+ yrs exp.
Doctorate
201-500

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Johnson & Johnson MedTech
Senior Clinical Research Scientist
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Johnson & Johnson MedTech
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Senior Clinical Research Scientist
Johnson & Johnson MedTech
Irvine, California
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Laboratory Research
Medical Specialists
Healthcare Administration
Clinical Trials
$89,000 - $143,750
Hybrid
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Masimo
Principal Clinical Research Scientist
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Principal Clinical Research Scientist
Masimo
Irvine, California
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Laboratory Research
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
Clinical Trials
$140,000 - $180,000
On-Site
5+ yrs exp.
Doctorate

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Abbott
Senior Clinical Research Scientist
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Senior Clinical Research Scientist
Abbott
Pleasanton, California
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Laboratory Research
Healthcare Administration
Clinical Trials
$90,000/yr - $180,000/yr
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5+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Taiho Oncology, Inc.
Senior Manager, Clinical Research Scientist
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Taiho Oncology, Inc.
Added 7mo ago
Senior Manager, Clinical Research Scientist
Taiho Oncology, Inc.
Pleasanton, California
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Laboratory Research
Healthcare Administration
Clinical Trials
$165,000/yr - $195,000/yr
Hybrid
3+ yrs exp.
Master's

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Clinical Research Scientist Job Roles in California

Clinical Trials & Medical Research254 jobs
Laboratory Research247 jobs
Biotech & Life Sciences237 jobs
Clinical Trials230 jobs
Healthcare Administration34 jobs
Environmental & Physical Sciences27 jobs
Data Science21 jobs
Data Science & Analytics19 jobs
Medical Specialists15 jobs
Data Analytics12 jobs

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Clinical Research Scientist Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies sponsor visas for clinical research scientists in California?

Several major life sciences employers in California have consistent histories of sponsoring work visas for clinical research scientists. These include Genentech, Gilead Sciences, AstraZeneca, Amgen, Pfizer, and Biogen, as well as contract research organizations like IQVIA and Labcorp Drug Development. Mid-size biotechs concentrated in South San Francisco, San Diego's Torrey Pines area, and Los Angeles also file sponsorship petitions regularly, particularly for scientists with specialized clinical trial expertise.

Which visa types are most common for clinical research scientist roles in California?

The H-1B is the most common visa category for clinical research scientists in California, as the role typically requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific scientific discipline, meeting the specialty occupation standard. Candidates with advanced degrees may also be considered under the H-1B advanced degree exemption. O-1A visas appear for scientists with significant publications or awards. Candidates from Canada or Mexico may qualify for TN status under the scientist category.

Which cities in California have the most clinical research scientist sponsorship jobs?

South San Francisco and the broader Bay Area lead the state, anchored by Genentech's headquarters and a dense cluster of biotech companies. San Diego is the second-largest hub, particularly in the Torrey Pines and Sorrento Valley corridors, home to companies like Illumina and Neurocrine Biosciences. Los Angeles has a growing life sciences presence, with institutions like UCLA and Cedars-Sinai supporting clinical research hiring. Sacramento sees smaller but consistent demand tied to UC Davis Health.

How to find clinical research scientist visa sponsorship jobs in California?

Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, making it straightforward to search for clinical research scientist roles in California without sorting through positions that don't offer sponsorship. You can narrow results by location, filtering for Bay Area, San Diego, or Los Angeles. Because sponsoring employers in California's biotech sector file LCAs publicly, Migrate Mate surfaces roles from companies with verified sponsorship activity rather than relying on self-reported employer claims.

Are there state-specific considerations for clinical research scientists seeking sponsorship in California?

California's prevailing wage requirements under DOL rules apply to H-1B petitions, and the state's high cost of living in cities like San Francisco and San Diego means prevailing wages for clinical research scientists are generally higher than national averages. California also has strong employee protections that apply regardless of visa status. The state's concentration of NIH-funded research institutions and FDA-regulated biotech companies means employers are generally experienced with the sponsorship process, including LCA filings and I-129 petitions.

What is the prevailing wage for sponsored clinical research scientist jobs in California?

U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.

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