Clinical Research Diabetes Specialist (Registered Dietitian or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist) - PRN/ Contract

About the role

M3 Wake Research, an M3USA Company, is seeking a Clinical Research Diabetes Specialist for a PRN contract position in Chattanooga, TN. The specialist will perform trial‑related tasks and make decisions under the direction of the Principal Investigator, providing nutrition education and counseling for people living with diabetes as part of clinical research protocols.

Responsibilities

• Provide nutrition resource and diabetes education support to clinical investigators and assist in protocol development, implementation, and content delivery.
• Conduct patient consultations and education via onsite and virtual visits under physician direction.
• Assess nutritional status and deliver standard‑of‑care guidance and therapy per study protocols.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary staff and the PI to complete visits and submit accurate source documentation.
• Educate participants on diabetes medications, continuous glucose monitors, point‑of‑care glucometers, and insulin pumps.
• Schedule appointments within required windows and maintain all necessary licenses, certifications, and credentialing documents.
• Stay current on diabetes, nutrition, and food‑health updates.
• Review and adhere to assigned research study protocols, maintaining proper documentation and timely source documents.
• Ensure all clinical activities comply with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedural requirements.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members, Sponsors, CROs, and vendors.
• Communicate with participants and their partners/caregivers.
• Attend and complete all training programs, including Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training, conference calls, webinars, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) certification.
• Current, unrestricted State License (RD/RDN) in good standing; Tennessee license required.
• Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) or Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) from the Certification Board for Diabetes Care and Education (CBDCE) or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Graduate of an accredited program in nursing, dietetics, food and nutrition, or a related field.
• Specialized knowledge of diabetes medications, continuous glucose monitors, point‑of‑care glucometers, and insulin pumps.

Additional Information

M3 USA is a leader in healthcare innovation, offering digital solutions across healthcare, life sciences, and pharmaceuticals. Since 2000, the company has grown by leveraging internet‑based platforms to engage physician communities worldwide, providing medical education, job placement, and market research. M3 USA fosters a dynamic, innovative work environment where team members contribute to global health advancements.