Nutrition Research Assistant I

About the role

The Nutritionist Assistant I assists the Nutrition Study Coordinator (NSC) in the day-to-day nutrition data collection and quality control of study procedures. The role involves following standard operating procedures, attending training sessions, and maintaining certifications, where appropriate and as directed by the NSC.

Responsibilities

• Obtains accurate, high quality data from study participants while minimizing risks and distresses.
• Maintains a pleasant and professional relationship with all study participants and their families, as well as with ACNC staff and faculty.
• Trains bi-annually and certifies annually in all nutrition-related study procedure measurements including anthropometrics, body composition, resting energy expenditure, and any other pertinent procedures.
• Interacts and communicates with research participants, families, and co-workers.
• Respects privacy and confidentiality of participants and adheres to HIPPA regulations.
• Demonstrates the ability to learn, perform, and maintain competencies in performing all study procedures.
• Promotes cost-effective use of resources.
• May cross-train in other clinical research areas, such as the Brain Function Unit (Geodesic Sensor Net), EEG, EKG, and any other research tasks requested by supervisor and/or ACNC administration.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• 2 years of experience in lieu of a diploma/GED.
• Registered Dietician Nutritionist - Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field of study preferred.

Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPPA regulations.
• Proficiency in using various nutritional measurement tools.
• Ability to interact professionally with research participants and staff.

Benefits

Arkansas Children's is a tobacco-free workplace. Flu vaccines are required. Arkansas Children's is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Pay

M-F, 8:00AM - 4:30PM, some weekends

Schedule

Bilingual Preferred (Spanish/English)

Department

CC038351 ACRI ACNC

General Salary Summary

Full time