Clinical Trial Associate Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Illinois
Illinois is a strong market for clinical trial associate roles, with major employers like AbbVie, Abbott, and Baxter International headquartered in the Chicago metro area. The state's concentration of academic medical centers, contract research organizations, and pharmaceutical firms in the North Shore and Chicago suburbs creates consistent demand for CTA talent, including candidates who require visa sponsorship.
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Passionate about precision medicine and advancing the healthcare industry?
Recent advancements in underlying technology have finally made it possible for AI to impact clinical care in a meaningful way. Tempus' proprietary platform connects an entire ecosystem of real-world evidence to deliver real-time, actionable insights to physicians, providing critical information about the right treatments for the right patients, at the right time.
We are looking for a Senior Research Associate to join the R&D Solid Tumor Pod to support the development of new tests and processes for deployment in our clinical lab. Working under the mentorship of Lead Scientists, this role involves developing and executing experiments using advanced molecular techniques.
What You’ll Do:
- Under the guidance of senior scientific staff, support the development of cutting-edge molecular assays for our high-throughput CAP/ CLIA/ NYSDOH accredited clinical lab
- Design and execute molecular protocols with a high degree of precision and attention to detail
- Support multidisciplinary teams through the generation of datasets used to build new assay features and analysis algorithms
- Generate detailed documentation of experimental execution
- Assist in the troubleshooting and quality control initiatives
- Assist with development of automated processes
- Identify and implement improvements to existing processes
Travel within US 1-3 times per year
QUALIFICATIONS
- A Master’s degree with at least two years of experience, or a Bachelor’s degree with at least three years of experience in a molecular laboratory
- Highly organized and systematic, superb attention to detail and ability to complete tasks with a high degree of accuracy
- Strong analytical and conceptual capabilities, interpersonal skills, and ability to communicate with clarity
- Proven ability to learn new skills quickly and adapt to new processes smoothly
- Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a dynamic environment with competing projects and deadlines
- Interprets results and uses these data, along with literature precedent and input from subject matter experts, to modify experimental plans accordingly
- Hands-on experience with any of the following molecular methods is highly desired:
- NGS library preparation methods
- PCR methods such as: PCR, qPCR, RT-PCR, ddPCR
- Sanger Sequencing
- MLPA
- Nucleic acid ligations
- Nucleic acid analysis such as: quantitation by absorbance/fluorescence, gel & capillary electrophoresis
- Magnetic bead-based DNA/RNA purification and size selection
- DNA hybridization arrays
HIGHLY DESIRABLE:
- Experience with Next Generation Sequencing
- Experience with robotics and automated liquid handling systems
- Experience in clinical laboratory
- Knowledge of LIMS platforms and various computer systems
COMPENSATION
- CHI: $60,000-$80,000
The expected salary range above is applicable if the role is performed from Illinois and may vary for other locations (California, Colorado, New York). Actual salary may vary based on qualifications and experience. Tempus offers a full range of benefits, which may include incentive compensation, restricted stock units, medical and other benefits depending on the position.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
About us
Tempus was founded in August of 2015 by Eric Lefkofsky, after his wife was diagnosed with Breast Cancer. Shortly after he founded the company in an effort to bring the power of technology and artificial intelligence to cancer care, he convinced Ryan Fukushima to join as the company’s first employee. Ryan and Eric began assembling a world class team, focused on building the first version of a platform capable of ingesting real time healthcare data in an effort to personalize diagnostics.
We built the platform for oncology and have expanded it to neuropsychiatry, cardiology, infectious disease (through COVID), and radiology. Despite our rapid growth, our mission remains the same—to help make sure patients are on the right drug at the right time, so they can live longer and healthier lives.
WHY WORK HERE?
We’re looking for people who can change the world.
Who question the status quo and don’t shy away from tough problems. For the builders who are never done building and the learners who are never done learning. We’re looking for passionate people with undying curiosity. Those who want to attack one of the most challenging problems mankind has ever faced. Head on.
INTRODUCTION
Passionate about precision medicine and advancing the healthcare industry?
Recent advancements in underlying technology have finally made it possible for AI to impact clinical care in a meaningful way. Tempus' proprietary platform connects an entire ecosystem of real-world evidence to deliver real-time, actionable insights to physicians, providing critical information about the right treatments for the right patients, at the right time.
We are looking for a Senior Research Associate to join the R&D Solid Tumor Pod to support the development of new tests and processes for deployment in our clinical lab. Working under the mentorship of Lead Scientists, this role involves developing and executing experiments using advanced molecular techniques.
What You’ll Do:
- Under the guidance of senior scientific staff, support the development of cutting-edge molecular assays for our high-throughput CAP/ CLIA/ NYSDOH accredited clinical lab
- Design and execute molecular protocols with a high degree of precision and attention to detail
- Support multidisciplinary teams through the generation of datasets used to build new assay features and analysis algorithms
- Generate detailed documentation of experimental execution
- Assist in the troubleshooting and quality control initiatives
- Assist with development of automated processes
- Identify and implement improvements to existing processes
Travel within US 1-3 times per year
QUALIFICATIONS
- A Master’s degree with at least two years of experience, or a Bachelor’s degree with at least three years of experience in a molecular laboratory
- Highly organized and systematic, superb attention to detail and ability to complete tasks with a high degree of accuracy
- Strong analytical and conceptual capabilities, interpersonal skills, and ability to communicate with clarity
- Proven ability to learn new skills quickly and adapt to new processes smoothly
- Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a dynamic environment with competing projects and deadlines
- Interprets results and uses these data, along with literature precedent and input from subject matter experts, to modify experimental plans accordingly
- Hands-on experience with any of the following molecular methods is highly desired:
- NGS library preparation methods
- PCR methods such as: PCR, qPCR, RT-PCR, ddPCR
- Sanger Sequencing
- MLPA
- Nucleic acid ligations
- Nucleic acid analysis such as: quantitation by absorbance/fluorescence, gel & capillary electrophoresis
- Magnetic bead-based DNA/RNA purification and size selection
- DNA hybridization arrays
HIGHLY DESIRABLE:
- Experience with Next Generation Sequencing
- Experience with robotics and automated liquid handling systems
- Experience in clinical laboratory
- Knowledge of LIMS platforms and various computer systems
COMPENSATION
- CHI: $60,000-$80,000
The expected salary range above is applicable if the role is performed from Illinois and may vary for other locations (California, Colorado, New York). Actual salary may vary based on qualifications and experience. Tempus offers a full range of benefits, which may include incentive compensation, restricted stock units, medical and other benefits depending on the position.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
About us
Tempus was founded in August of 2015 by Eric Lefkofsky, after his wife was diagnosed with Breast Cancer. Shortly after he founded the company in an effort to bring the power of technology and artificial intelligence to cancer care, he convinced Ryan Fukushima to join as the company’s first employee. Ryan and Eric began assembling a world class team, focused on building the first version of a platform capable of ingesting real time healthcare data in an effort to personalize diagnostics.
We built the platform for oncology and have expanded it to neuropsychiatry, cardiology, infectious disease (through COVID), and radiology. Despite our rapid growth, our mission remains the same—to help make sure patients are on the right drug at the right time, so they can live longer and healthier lives.
WHY WORK HERE?
We’re looking for people who can change the world.
Who question the status quo and don’t shy away from tough problems. For the builders who are never done building and the learners who are never done learning. We’re looking for passionate people with undying curiosity. Those who want to attack one of the most challenging problems mankind has ever faced. Head on.
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Which companies sponsor visas for clinical trial associates in Illinois?
AbbVie, Abbott Laboratories, Baxter International, and Takeda Pharmaceuticals North America are among the larger Illinois-based employers with established immigration programs that have sponsored clinical trial associate roles. Contract research organizations with Illinois offices, including ICON plc and Covance, also have documented sponsorship histories. Sponsorship availability varies by position, budget cycle, and individual hiring manager, so confirming sponsorship willingness early in the application process is important.
Which visa types are most common for clinical trial associate roles in Illinois?
The H-1B visa is the most common visa for clinical trial associates in Illinois, as the role typically qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a life sciences or health-related field. Some candidates also enter through OPT or STEM OPT extensions while job searching. The TN visa applies to Canadian and Mexican nationals with qualifying degrees. L-1 visa transfers are possible for candidates relocating from a foreign affiliated office of a multinational sponsor.
Which cities in Illinois have the most clinical trial associate sponsorship jobs?
The Chicago metropolitan area accounts for the large majority of clinical trial associate sponsorship activity in Illinois. North Shore suburbs, including North Chicago, Lake Forest, and Waukegan, host AbbVie and several other pharmaceutical employers. Downtown Chicago and the medical district near the University of Illinois at Chicago and Rush University Medical Center also generate CTA openings. Rockford and Peoria have smaller but active clinical research communities tied to regional hospital networks.
How to find clinical trial associate visa sponsorship jobs in Illinois?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, making it easier to identify Illinois employers actively willing to sponsor clinical trial associate candidates rather than sorting through postings that exclude international applicants. Searching by role and filtering to Illinois on Migrate Mate surfaces positions at pharmaceutical companies, CROs, and academic medical centers in the Chicago metro and North Shore. Setting up alerts for clinical trial associate roles in Illinois helps catch new postings early.
What state-specific factors should clinical trial associates know about working in Illinois?
Illinois has a significant concentration of Phase I through Phase III trial activity driven by its academic medical infrastructure at institutions such as Northwestern Medicine and the University of Chicago Medicine. Employers filing H-1B petitions for clinical trial associates must meet Department of Labor prevailing wage requirements for the specific work location, which in the Chicago metro tends to reflect a competitive market rate. Illinois does not impose additional state-level licensing requirements specific to clinical trial associates beyond federal GCP training expectations.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored clinical trial associate jobs in Illinois?
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.