Performance Nutrition Specialist
About the Role
Exos is seeking a Temporary Performance Nutrition Specialist to assist with the NFL Combine program at Exos. At Exos, nutrition is not viewed in isolation, but as a critical driver of health, recovery, readiness, and human performance. We are looking for a Registered Dietitian who understands how strategic fueling supports both elite performance and long-term well-being. This is someone who lives at the intersection of sports science and elite performance fueling. This role is about delivering a seamless, integrated experience that connects optimal fueling to the weight room and the field. You will be an instrumental part of a multidisciplinary team, providing high-touch guidance to world-class athletes and high-performers to help them reach their absolute potential.
Responsibilities
- Methodology & Integration:
- Deliver internal and external Nutritional Education Programs rooted in the Exos methodology and Model of Human Performance, ensuring integration across all pillars of Mindset, Movement, Nutrition and Recovery.
- Collaborate daily with performance coaches, physical therapists, culinary and administration staff to maintain a culture of total integration.
- Collaborate with Exos' strategic partners to integrate high-quality supplements, recovery products, and fueling technologies into daily athlete protocols.
- Education, Athlete Management & Sports Science:
- Deliver personalized 1:1 nutrition recommendations utilizing Exos methodology to drive long-term behavior change and habit formation.
- Develop and document individualized nutrition plans, strategies, and behavior modification protocols for both in-person and remote clients.
- Lead the collection and analysis of nutrition-related performance data, including Anthropometrics, Hydration and Metabolic data.
- Develop strategies and content to educate athletes and staff on optimal fueling for athletic performance.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation of client progress and feedback.
- Culinary & Performance Food Operations:
- Manage and oversee culinary operations and integration with culinary staff to ensure menus and dining experiences meet optimal nutritional criteria for athletes, clients and staff.
Required Qualifications
- Registered Dietitian (RD) status is mandatory
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nutrition
- 3+ years of experience specifically in a sports nutrition setting (Collegiate, Professional, or Tactical)
- CPR/AED Certification
- Superb presentation and lecturing skills; the ability to translate complex science into actionable behavior change
- Self-sufficient, highly organized, and willing to travel as needed for athlete support
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Exercise Physiology or Nutrition
- CSSD (Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics) certification
- Industry-recognized strength and conditioning certifications (e.g., NSCA-CSCS or NASM-PES)
- Familiarity with performance tracking software and various body composition testing modalities