Per Diem Clinical Research Dietitian

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Per Diem Clinical Research Dietitian

Excellent opportunity at MSK!  We are seeking a Per Diem Clinical Research Dietitian to support a specific research protocol of a pilot study investigating the impact of a dual weight loss and GIP/GLP-1 intervention in patients with endometrial cancer obesity, overweight, with or without diabetes. 

Role Overview:

• Assess electronic food logs and provide nutrition and physical activity counseling via phone.
• Support clinical research protocols and projects in the inpatient and/or outpatient settings.
• Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments with complete and accurate data collection.
• Collaborate with clinical, administrative, and research staff to ensure safe and accurate implementation of protocols.
• Foster an environment of professional inquiry (e.g., identify opportunities for conducting nutrition research, and disseminating research results).
• Assist with publishing results of research findings and share research findings.

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition & Dietetics with at least 2 years of relevant experience.
• Certified Dietitian Nutritionist within 12 months of employment.
• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (Commission on Dietetic Registration)

Core Skills:

• Previous research and counseling experience is helpful.
• The ability to multitask, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including database management.
• Effective communication skills.
• Self-motivated and results-oriented.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Team-oriented.

Additional Information:

• Location: Virtual
• Schedule: Vary/Flexible (per diem) and can include nights/weekends
• Reporting to the Associate Director, Clinical Nutrition

Note - Based on study protocol, this position is needed for approximately 13-months, but timeframe may change depending on recruitment and enrollment in the study.  Candidates should be able to support this timeframe.

Pay Range: $48/hour

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