University of Texas at Austin Staff

University of Texas at Austin Staff

Research Dietitian

AUSTIN, TX · Contract

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 19 days ago
GCPComputer VisionComplianceHRISClinical TrialsClinical ResearchPublic HealthFDA RegulatoryScientific WritingResearchExperimental DesignCommunicationInternal AuditGxPEpidemiology

About the role

  • This role applies nutrition science principles to research protocols, dietary interventions, and outcome measurement, without providing independent or individualized medical nutrition therapy (MNT).
  • Translates research objectives into feasible dietary methodologies.
  • Reviews protocols for nutritional accuracy, safety, and regulatory alignment.

Responsibilities

  • The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

Requirements

  • Demonstrated knowledge of nutrition science, research methodologies, and regulatory requirements (IRB, GCP).
  • In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.
  • Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section
  • Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded.
  • you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
  • Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files.

Nice to have

  • 4 years of experience in supporting human subjects research, including clinical, translational, or population‑based studies.
  • Demonstrated experience supporting NIH‑, foundation‑, or industry‑sponsored research.
  • Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
  • Licensed Dietitian (LD) or Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN), as required by Texas law.
  • Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification.
  • Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP).
  • $59,000 + depending on qualifications
  • Standard office equipment and environment

Skills

  • Applies advanced nutrition science to research protocols
  • Interprets clinical and dietary research data accurately
  • Maintains current knowledge of evidence-based nutrition practices
  • Follows structured research protocols and standard operating procedures.
  • Anticipates workflow bottlenecks and resolves issues proactively.
  • Ensures consistency and accuracy in data collection processes.
  • Accomplishes tasks with precision and minimizes errors through careful review.
  • Ensures dietary data accuracy and completeness.
  • Reviews documentation for regulatory compliance.
  • Identifies discrepancies in nutrition-related research records.
  • Deals with concepts and complexity comfortably; applies intellectual rigor.
  • Synthesizes complex research findings into practical actions.

Compensation

  • $59,000 + depending on qualifications
  • The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

Benefits

  • Department of Population Health ----
  • The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. ----
  • Retirement Plan Eligibility:
  • Conducts nutrition assessments and study-specific education via secure telehealth platforms when permitted by study design and regulation.
  • Core responsibilities include protocol development, participant assessments as defined by research design, education, remote data collection, and documentation in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP).

Equal opportunity

  • The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action.
  • The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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