Research Dietetic Tech: Precise Food Prep & Protocols

UNC Health; North Carolina; On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

UNC Health in Chapel Hill, NC seeks a per diem Research Nutrition Technician to prepare and procure food for research investigators, following strict protocol and safety guidelines. You will weigh ingredients to 0.1 g, document sheets, and support recipe development for study protocols.

Responsibilities include inventory, vendor coordination, and accurate meal delivery while maintaining privacy and regulatory standards. An associate degree is required; bachelor’s degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preferred Bachelor's degree in nutritional science, culinary trades, or clinical research.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and distributes research foods precisely according to protocol.
• Weighs ingredients to 0.1 g for study integrity.
• Documents production sheets and records data as specified by protocol.
• Labels formulations to maintain blinding and food safety.

Skills

Nutrition experience

Attention to detail

Clinical research knowledge

Computer skills

Math skills

Education

Associate's degree in Dietetic Tech or ADA-approved program

Bachelor’s degree in nutritional science or related field (preferred)

Tools

ProNutra

Food Processor

Computrition

Job description

UNC Health in Chapel Hill, NC seeks a per diem Research Nutrition Technician to prepare and procure food for research investigators, following strict protocol and safety guidelines. You will weigh ingredients to 0.1 g, document sheets, and support recipe development for study protocols.

Responsibilities include inventory, vendor coordination, and accurate meal delivery while maintaining privacy and regulatory standards. An associate degree is required; bachelor’s degree preferred.