Clinical Research Dietitian

Piper Companies is hiring an Clinical Research Dietitian for a large Clinical Research Organization (CRO) located in Raleigh, NC. The Clinical Research Dietitian will play a key role in transforming the clinical trial experience for patients and sponsors. The Clinical Research Dietitian will need to travel between multiple sites in North Carolina including Statesville, Winston Salem, Salisbury and Hickory.

Responsibilities for the Clinical Trials Dietitian:

• Lead the design and execution of clinical studies focused on nutrition, including the creation of research protocols, informed consent documents, and dietary intervention strategies
• Manage participant recruitment, evaluation, and ongoing support, delivering tailored nutrition therapy and counseling in accordance with study guidelines
• Maintain strict adherence to IRB requirements and uphold ethical and regulatory standards in human subjects research
• Translate research findings into practical, evidence-based dietary recommendations and nutritional guidelines
• Partner with cross-functional teams—such as researchers, healthcare providers, data analysts, and study coordinators—to embed nutrition into comprehensive study frameworks
• Guide and support junior team members and dietetic interns, fostering professional growth and promoting knowledge exchange
• Continuously monitor emerging trends in nutrition science and research techniques, applying innovative approaches to study development and data interpretation

Requirements for the Clinical Trials Dietitian:

• 1+ Years of Experience as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
• Bachelors Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics or a Related Field
• Experience working with Clinical Trials and Clinical Research
• Ability to travel between sites in North Carolina (Statesville, Winston Salem, Salisbury and Hickory)

Compensation for the Clinical Trials Dietitian:

• $70,000 - $80,000 base salary
• Full Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Vision, Dental, PTO, Paid Holiday and Sick Leave if Required by Law

Keywords: clinical trials, nutrition research, dietary interventions, research protocols, informed consent, participant recruitment, nutrition assessment, medical nutrition therapy, dietary counseling, IRB compliance, ethical standards, regulatory compliance, human subjects research, evidence-based guidelines, nutrition recommendations, multidisciplinary collaboration, investigators, clinicians, statisticians, study coordinators, study design, mentoring, supervision, dietetic interns, professional development, nutrition science, research methodologies, innovation, data analysis

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This job opens for applications on 9/12/2025. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.