Registered Dietitian - Remote Clinical Research Role

Job Description

Job Description

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) – Clinical Research Trial

Position Summary:

RD Nutrition Consultants is seeking a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) for a flexible, hybrid role supporting a clinical research study. This position focuses on providing structured nutrition and lifestyle counseling to adult participants with obesity/overweight and Type 2 Diabetes enrolled in a 72-week medication-based research program.

Position Details:

• Participant Load: 5–10 active participants
  

• Visit Schedule: Diet and physical activity counseling at each protocol visit from V2 (Week 0) through V-FU per Protocol Section 1.2; approximately every four (4) weeks through Week 32, then at longer protocol-defined intervals
  
• Diet and physical activity counseling at each protocol visit from V2
  

• Compensation: $35.00 to $40.00 per hour across all billable hours (per patient visits, admin time, and completed training)
  

• Scheduling: Flexible scheduling within protocol-defined visit windows (+3 to +7 days). 
  

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver standardized diet and physical activity counseling to study participants in accordance with protocol Section 4.3.
  

• Conduct initial in-person visits (Weeks 0–8) and seamlessly transition participants to virtual/telehealth visits starting at Week 12.
  

• Reinforce healthy diet, physical activity goals, and study adherence at required protocol visit intervals.
  

• Review participant progress and self-reported lifestyle modifications during scheduled encounters.
  

• Complete PDF progress notes on the same day as patient visits and submit via secure email.
  

• Enter documentation directly into the Javara eSource+ system as required (system training provided).
  

• Promptly report any protocol deviations orally within 12 hours, followed by written documentation.
  

• Maintain ongoing communication with study coordinators and research staff to ensure study compliance.
  

Qualifications:

• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credentialed by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
  

• Active Registered Dietitian licensure in the state of Minnesota required.
  

• Demonstrated experience in weight management, Type 2 Diabetes management, or lifestyle modification counseling.
  

• Proficiency or comfort with Telehealth technology and electronic source (eSource) documentation systems.
  

• Strong organizational skills with strict adherence to clinical trial protocols and documentation deadlines.
  

• Reliable transportation for initial on-site clinic visits in Mankato, MN, and a secure device setup for remote telehealth sessions.
  

RD Nutrition Consultants, LLC is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Consulting firm that provides Dietitians to healthcare facilities and research centers throughout the United States. Our consultants enjoy competitive wages and flexible work schedules.

To Apply: If you meet these qualifications and are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume.

RD Nutrition Consultants LLC is an equal opportunity employer.