Nutrition Research Technician: Data, Diets & Health Coaching

Johns Hopkins University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University invites applications for a Research Nutrition Technician within the ICTR's Research Nutrition Program. The role combines nutrition data management, menu planning, and feeding protocol support for pediatric and adult research participants.

You will conduct anthropometric assessments, assist with diet calculations and meal preparation, and provide health coaching under supervision. This position is onsite at the School of Medicine Campus in Baltimore.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or Dietetic Technician certification is required.
• One year of related experience is required.
• Education may be substituted per JHU policy.

Responsibilities

• Perform computer nutrient analyses of diets and calculate nutritional data.
• Conduct anthropometric measurements including BMI, MAC, TSF, and z-scores.
• Prepare diets, weigh allergy-related doses, and assist with research meals.
• Interviews with participants via phone and in person to collect nutrition data.
• Maintain research records, organize protocols, and support dietetic internship rotations.

Education

Associate's Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics or certification as a Dietetic Technician

Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Culinary Nutrition or related field

Job description

Johns Hopkins University invites applications for a Research Nutrition Technician within the ICTR's Research Nutrition Program. The role combines nutrition data management, menu planning, and feeding protocol support for pediatric and adult research participants.

You will conduct anthropometric assessments, assist with diet calculations and meal preparation, and provide health coaching under supervision. This position is onsite at the School of Medicine Campus in Baltimore.