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Kansas research assistant roles are concentrated at the University of Kansas, Kansas State University, and Wichita State University, with additional opportunities at research institutions in Lawrence, Manhattan, and Wichita. Universities here regularly sponsor international researchers across life sciences, engineering, and social sciences, making academic employers the primary pathway for visa sponsorship in this state.
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Clinical Research Assistant - ONC Radiation Oncology
Department:
SOM KC Radiation Oncology
Position Title:
Clinical Research Assistant - ONC Radiation Oncology
Job Family Group:
Professional Staff
Job Description Summary:
The Clinical Research Assistant assists in entry level clinical research activities. Under general supervision, the Clinical Research Assistant works with multidisciplinary teams including patients/study participants, families, physicians, administrative staff, and sponsor and CRO representatives to assist in coordination of all aspects of clinical research. This encompasses study recruitment, pre-screening for eligibility, data entry, maintenance of regulatory files, study visit scheduling, and collection data within scope of role.
The University of Kansas Cancer Center is the region's only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center where patients gain access to the most promising therapies, cutting-edge clinical trials and world class research. Radiation Oncology department is recognized nationally as a leader in cancer research, care and education. We are an integral part of The University of Kansas Cancer Center, the only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-comprehensive designated Cancer Center in the state of Kansas and the Kansas City metro area. Our world-class physician faculty provide compassionate and state-of-the-art care for KU Cancer Center patients. We are leading the way with research and clinical trials that aim to improve cancer treatments, increase cure rates, decrease treatment-related side effects and improve quality of life.
Job Description:
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
- Under the direction of the Research Project Manager, may assist in recruitment, evaluation, and education of patients regarding clinical trials following established procedures and protocols.
- Develop and maintain source documents and submit case report forms (CRFs) as required for clinical trials.
- Recognize and report adverse events/serious adverse events to the Principal Investigator, FDA, and sponsors.
- Perform study procedures, as outlined in the protocol and within state and institutional scope of practice.
- Assist with phlebotomy and sample collection, processing, handling, and shipping as outlined in the protocol and within institutional/KUMC policy.
- Ensure adequate study supplies are being maintained. May track and document study visits in the Clinical Trials Management System, study expenditures and submit reimbursement requests for study equipment, supplies and study participants.
- Prepare documentation and participate in study monitoring visits, reviews and audits. Provide written and verbal reports to Principal Investigator and other team members, as required.
- Participate in quality assurance activities by reviewing clinical data in medical record charts, assessing pharmacy compliance with protocol criteria and reviewing study documentation to ensure compliance with GCP guidelines and FDA CFR.
- Work closely with the Research Administration, Department Administrators and Human Research Protection Program and have a working knowledge of KUMC policies and procedures.
- Coordinate study participant visit activities including scheduling procedures, communicating with participants.
- Participate in continuing education, research, and training.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Required Qualifications
Work Experience:
- 4 years of experience with research or within the healthcare field. Education may substitute for experience on a year for year basis.
- Data management experience with Microsoft Excel, REDCap, CRIS, Access, or other electronic data capture systems.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree or related experience may substitute for degree on a year-for-year basis.
Work Experience:
- 1 year of experience with research or within the healthcare field.
- Experience with electronic medical records and working knowledge of medical terminology.
Skills:
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills
Required Documents:
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available.
Employee Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Rate Type:
Hourly
Compensation Statement:
The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training, qualifications relative to the requirements of the position, and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center, a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range, taking into account the combination of factors listed above.
Pay Range:
$22.88 - $33.17
Minimum
$22.88
Midpoint
$28.03
Maximum
$33.17
Application Instructions:
To learn more and apply online, please visit the KU Medical Center website.
Applications must be submitted directly through the KU Medical Center website to be considered for this position. Any applications submitted via email or this website will NOT be reviewed or considered.
About KU Medical Center:
The University of Kansas Medical Centers mission is to educate exceptional health care professionals through a full range of undergraduate, graduate, professional, postdoctoral and continuing education programs in the schools of Medicine, Nursing and Health Professions. KU Medical Center also advances the health sciences through world-class research programs; provides compassionate and state-of-the-art patient care in an academic medical center environment; and works with communities in every Kansas county to improve the health of Kansans.
Benefits:
KUMC offers a range of great benefits that support employees and eligible family members. Our health insurance benefits begin on hire date and KUMC offers other exciting benefits such as paid parental leave, generous employer retirement contributions and other resources to improve health and well-being.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Kansas Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, age, protected veteran or disability status, marital status, parental status, or genetic information.

Clinical Research Assistant - ONC Radiation Oncology
Department:
SOM KC Radiation Oncology
Position Title:
Clinical Research Assistant - ONC Radiation Oncology
Job Family Group:
Professional Staff
Job Description Summary:
The Clinical Research Assistant assists in entry level clinical research activities. Under general supervision, the Clinical Research Assistant works with multidisciplinary teams including patients/study participants, families, physicians, administrative staff, and sponsor and CRO representatives to assist in coordination of all aspects of clinical research. This encompasses study recruitment, pre-screening for eligibility, data entry, maintenance of regulatory files, study visit scheduling, and collection data within scope of role.
The University of Kansas Cancer Center is the region's only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center where patients gain access to the most promising therapies, cutting-edge clinical trials and world class research. Radiation Oncology department is recognized nationally as a leader in cancer research, care and education. We are an integral part of The University of Kansas Cancer Center, the only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-comprehensive designated Cancer Center in the state of Kansas and the Kansas City metro area. Our world-class physician faculty provide compassionate and state-of-the-art care for KU Cancer Center patients. We are leading the way with research and clinical trials that aim to improve cancer treatments, increase cure rates, decrease treatment-related side effects and improve quality of life.
Job Description:
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
- Under the direction of the Research Project Manager, may assist in recruitment, evaluation, and education of patients regarding clinical trials following established procedures and protocols.
- Develop and maintain source documents and submit case report forms (CRFs) as required for clinical trials.
- Recognize and report adverse events/serious adverse events to the Principal Investigator, FDA, and sponsors.
- Perform study procedures, as outlined in the protocol and within state and institutional scope of practice.
- Assist with phlebotomy and sample collection, processing, handling, and shipping as outlined in the protocol and within institutional/KUMC policy.
- Ensure adequate study supplies are being maintained. May track and document study visits in the Clinical Trials Management System, study expenditures and submit reimbursement requests for study equipment, supplies and study participants.
- Prepare documentation and participate in study monitoring visits, reviews and audits. Provide written and verbal reports to Principal Investigator and other team members, as required.
- Participate in quality assurance activities by reviewing clinical data in medical record charts, assessing pharmacy compliance with protocol criteria and reviewing study documentation to ensure compliance with GCP guidelines and FDA CFR.
- Work closely with the Research Administration, Department Administrators and Human Research Protection Program and have a working knowledge of KUMC policies and procedures.
- Coordinate study participant visit activities including scheduling procedures, communicating with participants.
- Participate in continuing education, research, and training.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Required Qualifications
Work Experience:
- 4 years of experience with research or within the healthcare field. Education may substitute for experience on a year for year basis.
- Data management experience with Microsoft Excel, REDCap, CRIS, Access, or other electronic data capture systems.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree or related experience may substitute for degree on a year-for-year basis.
Work Experience:
- 1 year of experience with research or within the healthcare field.
- Experience with electronic medical records and working knowledge of medical terminology.
Skills:
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills
Required Documents:
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available.
Employee Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Rate Type:
Hourly
Compensation Statement:
The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training, qualifications relative to the requirements of the position, and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center, a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range, taking into account the combination of factors listed above.
Pay Range:
$22.88 - $33.17
Minimum
$22.88
Midpoint
$28.03
Maximum
$33.17
Application Instructions:
To learn more and apply online, please visit the KU Medical Center website.
Applications must be submitted directly through the KU Medical Center website to be considered for this position. Any applications submitted via email or this website will NOT be reviewed or considered.
About KU Medical Center:
The University of Kansas Medical Centers mission is to educate exceptional health care professionals through a full range of undergraduate, graduate, professional, postdoctoral and continuing education programs in the schools of Medicine, Nursing and Health Professions. KU Medical Center also advances the health sciences through world-class research programs; provides compassionate and state-of-the-art patient care in an academic medical center environment; and works with communities in every Kansas county to improve the health of Kansans.
Benefits:
KUMC offers a range of great benefits that support employees and eligible family members. Our health insurance benefits begin on hire date and KUMC offers other exciting benefits such as paid parental leave, generous employer retirement contributions and other resources to improve health and well-being.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Kansas Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, age, protected veteran or disability status, marital status, parental status, or genetic information.
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Which companies and institutions sponsor visas for research assistants in Kansas?
The largest sponsors of research assistant visa petitions in Kansas are its public universities: the University of Kansas in Lawrence, Kansas State University in Manhattan, and Wichita State University. Federal facilities like the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility in Manhattan also hire research staff. Private sector sponsorship is less common but does occur at agricultural biotech and healthcare firms.
Which visa types are most common for research assistant roles in Kansas?
H-1B is the most common visa for research assistants who hold a qualifying bachelor's or advanced degree in a relevant field such as biology, chemistry, or engineering. J-1 is widely used for postdoctoral and exchange researcher positions at Kansas universities. F-1 OPT and STEM OPT extension allow recent graduates to work before transitioning to H-1B sponsorship if their employer files a petition.
Which cities in Kansas have the most research assistant visa sponsorship jobs?
Lawrence and Manhattan are the strongest cities for research assistant sponsorship, anchored by the University of Kansas and Kansas State University respectively. Wichita follows with opportunities at Wichita State University and its adjacent aerospace and health research sector. Kansas City, KS, on the state's eastern border, also has biomedical and federal agency research positions that sponsor international candidates.
How to find research assistant visa sponsorship jobs in Kansas?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for roles where employers have a documented history of visa sponsorship, which saves significant time for international candidates. For research assistant positions in Kansas, searching Migrate Mate by state and role shows openings at universities and research institutions that have filed H-1B or J-1 petitions before, giving you a more targeted starting point than general job searches.
Are there state-specific considerations for research assistant roles and visa sponsorship in Kansas?
Kansas research assistant positions are heavily tied to university grant cycles, so hiring often aligns with the academic calendar and federal funding announcements. Prevailing wage requirements mean employers must pay the Department of Labor wage level for the position and location, which for research roles in Kansas is benchmarked to Lawrence, Manhattan, or Wichita metropolitan areas. Candidates with advanced STEM degrees have the strongest sponsorship prospects given the academic focus of most Kansas sponsors.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored research assistant jobs in Kansas?
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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