Research Nutrition Technician: Diet Data & Health Coaching

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

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University seeks a Research Nutrition Technician to support the ICTR Nutrition Care team. You will analyze diets, plan menus, perform anthropometrics, and coach participants on research protocols while managing nutrition data across pediatric and adult studies.

The role involves coordinating with ICTR nutrition staff, physicians, and research coordinators, and may include diet dietetics internship rotations. On-campus schedule applies.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics or Dietetic Technician certification.
• One year of related experience.
• Ability to travel between Woodlawn and Bayview Medical Center as needed.
• On-call availability on weekends.

Responsibilities

• Perform nutritional screening and basic nutrient assessments for research participants.
• Prepare and calculate research diets and weigh allergy doses.
• Develop menus and review recipes to align with protocols.
• Conduct health coaching visits and collect nutrition data for studies.
• Maintain good communication with multidisciplinary teams and research coordinators.
• Organize study protocols and assist with rotation programs.

Skills

Nutrition knowledge

Health coaching

Team communication

Education

Associate’s Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics or Dietetic Technician certification

Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition (preferred) or related field

Job description

Johns Hopkins University seeks a Research Nutrition Technician to support the ICTR Nutrition Care team. You will analyze diets, plan menus, perform anthropometrics, and coach participants on research protocols while managing nutrition data across pediatric and adult studies.

The role involves coordinating with ICTR nutrition staff, physicians, and research coordinators, and may include diet dietetics internship rotations. On-campus schedule applies.