research dietitian - Baton Rouge, LA, United States - Louisiana State University

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About Us:

At the forefront of medical discovery as it relates to understanding the causes of obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer and dementia, Pennington Biomedical Research Center is a campus of Louisiana State University and conducts basic, clinical and population research.

The Center includes Basic Science, Clinical Research, and Population and Public Health, enabling both focused research and translational science.

Research at Pennington Biomedical is supported broadly by multiple NIH Research Centers, and includes approximately 65 faculty and 20 postdoctoral fellows who comprise a network of 44 laboratories and 13 highly specialized core service facilities.

Pennington Biomedical is located within state-of-the-art research facilities on a 222-acre campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

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Job Posting Title:
Research Dietitian - Metabolic Kitchen


Position Type:
Professional / Unclassified


Department:
LSUPBRC Cores - Metabolic Kitchen (Renee Puyau Stelzer


Work Location:
LSU - Pennington Biomedical


Pay Grade:
Professional



Job Description:

Pennington Biomedical Research Center, a world-renowned academic research institute of Louisiana State University, is seeking a Research Dietitian in the Metabolic Kitchen.

The Research Dietitian will work closely with a small team of researchers and dietitians and will participate in all aspects of clinical research conducted by Pennington Biomedical, including the coordination, planning, and implementation of administrative, clinical, and/or intervention activities.

Major Responsibilities

• Participate in the assessment of dietary and health behaviors in the laboratory and free-living conditions.
• Participate in the development and delivery of health promotion interventions, such as exercise training, dietary interventions, time-restricted eating, and weight loss treatment.
• Assist with study start-up processes per clinical trial protocol and institutional policy.
• Create study-specific source documents to include checklists, phone scripts, screening questions, study forms, etc.
• Assist with designing and overseeing project/study process flows, standard operating procedures, and protocol implementation.
• Complete participant consenting process as per institutional policy and protocol specifications.
• Complete participant visits and obtain protocol specific measures.
• Oversee and/or complete entry of clinical trial data in the appropriate database as per protocol and institutional policy.
• Provide specified and/or specialized clinical, exercise, or interventional procedures and services consistent with areas of expertise or certification.
• Participate in creation, preparation and submission of study procedures and materials for IRB consideration.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics or related field.
• Louisiana Registered Dietitian license.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, keyboards, and commercial food service equipment.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Detail oriented with the ability to effectively multi-task.
• Excellent communication, writing and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics or related field.
• Two or more years of experience as a dietitian.
• Experience with menu planning software and nutrient databases.
• Experience with REDCap.

Pennington Biomedical Research Center (PBRC) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities.

Additional

Job Description:

Competencies:
None


Special Instructions:
Interested candidates should include a cover letter and resume to the online application. Official transcripts are required prior to hire and are not required at the time of application.


Posting Date:
January 9, 2024

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):


Additional Position Information:
Pennington Biomedical is located within state-of-the-art research facilities on a 222-acre campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. For more information, visit PBRC.

Questions regarding career opportunities at Pennington Biomedical should be sent to

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - Pennington Biomedical Research Center offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance.

Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):
Pennington Biomedical Research Center/LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:

Pennington Biomedical Research Center and LSU believes diversity, equity, and inclusion enrich the educational experience of our students, faculty, and staff, and are necessary to prepare all people to thrive personally and professionally in a global society.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion. We actively seek and encourage qualified applications from persons with diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences.

PBRC and LSU are also designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials.

For those seeking such accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact the Office of Human Resource Management at


Contact Information:
Questions or concerns can be directed to PBRC Human Resources at or