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Clinical/Research Nutritionist II (Reno, Full-Time)
| Institution: | University of Nevada, Reno |
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| Location: | Reno, NV |
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| Posted: | 11/03/2009 |
| Application Due: | Open Until Filled |
| Type: | Full Time |
CLINICAL/RESEARCH NUTRITIONIST II
DIVISION OF MEDICAL NUTRITION
UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
RENO, NEVADA
We are searching for a Clinical/Research Nutritionist II to conduct individual dietary assessments and nutrition counseling, as well as individual and group interventions in an out-patient clinic. The individual will serve in a research capacity for grant-funded research; resident, student, and faculty clinical projects; and clinical drug trials as needed and in a teaching capacity for medical students, residents and other allied health professionals rotating through the clinic. The incumbent serves as the manager of Special Clinical Projects. The position will assist with the maintenance of clinical equipment, supplies, and procedures manuals; develops policies and procedures for special clinical projects; and assists with the development of medical nutrition therapy and wellness educational materials for patients. The incumbent will also monitor progress and compliance of subjects according to study protocols; collect data; and recruit and screen study subjects for grant-funded research, clinical projects and clinical drug trials as needed.
Requirements: Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited institution with a degree in nutrition and two years experience in individual and group dietary counseling or a Master's Degree and one year of experience as stated. Candidates must be a Credentialed Registered Dietitian with the American Dietetic Association.
As the state's only public medical school, the University of Nevada School of Medicine has been a leader in healthcare, medical education and research in Nevada since 1969. The School of Medicine includes 16 clinical departments including family medicine, pediatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, internal medicine, surgery, and psychiatry and behavioral sciences, and five nationally recognized departments in basic science including physiology and cell biology, pharmacology, microbiology, biochemistry and pathology. The more than 185 doctors of University Health System, the school's clinical practice, offer care in more than 40 medical specialties and subspecialties with eight physician offices in the Reno/Sparks area and seven in Las Vegas. The school is committed to a best practices approach to medicine and is dedicated to exceptional healthcare for Nevada now and in the future. For more information visit www.medicine.nevada.edu.
Reno offers outstanding four season living 30 minutes from beautiful Lake Tahoe and the amenities of a university town with excellent schools, arts and entertainment and outdoor recreation. The State of Nevada has no state income tax.
For full consideration, attach a letter of application, CV, and contact information for three professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately.
Newly hired faculty must have their official transcript of their highest degree received or verification of licensure from the Nevada State Board of Medical Examiners (physicians) sent by the degree granting institution(s) directly to University of Nevada, Reno Human Resources within 30 calendar days from the effective date of employment.
The University of Nevada, Reno is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its students and employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, creed, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, and sexual orientation. The University of Nevada employs only United States citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Women and under-represented groups are encouraged to apply. Positions funded by Federal contracts may be subject to the E-Verify process for employment eligibility verification.
DIVISION OF MEDICAL NUTRITION
UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
RENO, NEVADA
We are searching for a Clinical/Research Nutritionist II to conduct individual dietary assessments and nutrition counseling, as well as individual and group interventions in an out-patient clinic. The individual will serve in a research capacity for grant-funded research; resident, student, and faculty clinical projects; and clinical drug trials as needed and in a teaching capacity for medical students, residents and other allied health professionals rotating through the clinic. The incumbent serves as the manager of Special Clinical Projects. The position will assist with the maintenance of clinical equipment, supplies, and procedures manuals; develops policies and procedures for special clinical projects; and assists with the development of medical nutrition therapy and wellness educational materials for patients. The incumbent will also monitor progress and compliance of subjects according to study protocols; collect data; and recruit and screen study subjects for grant-funded research, clinical projects and clinical drug trials as needed.
Requirements: Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited institution with a degree in nutrition and two years experience in individual and group dietary counseling or a Master's Degree and one year of experience as stated. Candidates must be a Credentialed Registered Dietitian with the American Dietetic Association.
As the state's only public medical school, the University of Nevada School of Medicine has been a leader in healthcare, medical education and research in Nevada since 1969. The School of Medicine includes 16 clinical departments including family medicine, pediatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, internal medicine, surgery, and psychiatry and behavioral sciences, and five nationally recognized departments in basic science including physiology and cell biology, pharmacology, microbiology, biochemistry and pathology. The more than 185 doctors of University Health System, the school's clinical practice, offer care in more than 40 medical specialties and subspecialties with eight physician offices in the Reno/Sparks area and seven in Las Vegas. The school is committed to a best practices approach to medicine and is dedicated to exceptional healthcare for Nevada now and in the future. For more information visit www.medicine.nevada.edu.
Reno offers outstanding four season living 30 minutes from beautiful Lake Tahoe and the amenities of a university town with excellent schools, arts and entertainment and outdoor recreation. The State of Nevada has no state income tax.
For full consideration, attach a letter of application, CV, and contact information for three professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately.
Newly hired faculty must have their official transcript of their highest degree received or verification of licensure from the Nevada State Board of Medical Examiners (physicians) sent by the degree granting institution(s) directly to University of Nevada, Reno Human Resources within 30 calendar days from the effective date of employment.
The University of Nevada, Reno is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its students and employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, creed, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, and sexual orientation. The University of Nevada employs only United States citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Women and under-represented groups are encouraged to apply. Positions funded by Federal contracts may be subject to the E-Verify process for employment eligibility verification.
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| Contact: | University of Nevada, Reno |
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| Online App. Form: | http://consensus.medicine.nevada.edu/ |
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The University of Nevada, Reno is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its students and employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, creed, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, and sexual orientation. The University of Nevada employs only United States citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Women and under-represented groups are encouraged to apply.