PS Manager/Registered Dietitian, Research

Full Time
Salt Lake City, UT 84112
Posted
Job description

This position requires the organization of a nutrition research project that entails planning, directing, overseeing all aspects of the grant activities as it pertains to work with research data collection at senior centers. The applicant will be required to interface with senior center directors and staff in developing the day-to-day grant operations along with monitoring financial needs of the Malnutrition Health Equity Among Community Dwelling Older Adults project at each of the research center sites to ensure data collection continuity, quality and fidelity to the project.

This position requires a Masters in dietetics, nutrition, or nutrition-related field. Degree must be obtained through an accredited institution. Education is verified. Successful completion of an approved Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics program and registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration or registration eligible.

The applicant should have knowledge in the area of geriatrics and community health to support the grant objectives and the required activities as directed by the grant supervisors and Principal Investigator. The applicant should demonstrate leadership skills in the area of project planning and coordination so to ensure effective monitoring and relationships with key grant personnel. Grant management training will be provided.
This project is approved by the University of Utah Institutional Review Board which requires all research records to be confidential and securely housed.

Responsibilities
1. Manages and oversees research operations in each community senior center.
2. Orchestrates planning and scheduling of study activities with center directors and staff.
3. Completes and documents comprehensive malnutrition assessment.
4. Completes and documents nutrition diagnosis.
5. Identifies and implements appropriate nutrition interventions including quality nutrition education-based participants needs, expectations, and culture.
6. Monitors and evaluates study participants nutrition outcomes related to nutrition diagnosis, goals, and interventions.
7. Conducts cooking classes for older adults.
8. Uses resources effectively and efficiently in practice.
9. Participates in continuous monthly research training.
10. Collaborates with other research dietitians and staff as needed.

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

Minimum Qualifications
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related area of assignment or equivalency and 4 years of progressively more responsible management experience. Background knowledge of assigned department’s area of specialization in order to analyze, plan and draw conclusions for recommendations to superiors. Demonstrated leadership skills in planning and directing employees and processes in order to effectively monitor and develop subordinates and to ensure the smooth operation of department. Completion of provided supervisory training within one year of employment may be required.

This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Master’s degree in a related area may be preferred.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

Type
Benefited Staff

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.

Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

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Director/ Title IX Coordinator

Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA)

383 University Street, Level 1 OEO Suite

Salt Lake City, UT 84112

801-581-8365

oeo@utah.edu

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To inquire about this posting, email: employment@utah.edu or call 801-581-2300.


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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  • * Do you have a related Bachelor's degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)
    • Yes
    • No
  • * Do you have four or more years of progressively more responsible management experience?
    • Yes
    • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
Optional Documents
  • Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169
  • Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission

Open Date
03/09/2023

Requisition Number
PRN34151B

Job Title
PS Manager, Research

Working Title
PS Manager/Registered Dietitian, Research

Job Grade
F

FLSA Code
Administrative

Patient Sensitive Job Code?
Yes

Standard Hours per Week
40

Full Time or Part Time?
Full Time

Shift
Day

Work Schedule Summary
M-F, 8-5 variable

VP Area
U of U Health - Academics

Department
01664 - FAMILY MEDICINE

Location
Campus

City
Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment
External Posting

Pay Rate Range
60000 to 65000

Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

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