Lifestyle Interventionist / Research Dietitian

Job Req ID: 114625

Lifestyle Interventionist / Research Dietitian

The THRIVE study at Johns Hopkins University seeks a highly motivated and skilled Lifestyle Interventionist/Research Dietitian to join our team. THRIVE is an innovative intervention that combines produce prescriptions, adaptive messaging, dietitian coaching, and linkages to social resources to improve adherence to the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet among Black adults with hypertension living in Healthy Food Priority Areas in Maryland.

This position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a groundbreaking study that addresses critical gaps in food access and nutrition support for underserved communities. The Lifestyle Interventionist/Research Dietitian will play a key role in implementing and evaluating the THRIVE intervention, contributing to the evidence base for food as medicine programs and informing policies to advance health equity.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide personalized dietitian coaching to study participants, including identifying culturally relevant produce for prescription, educating on healthy grocery shopping, meal storage, and preparation, and assessing adherence to the DASH diet.

• Develop and deliver instructions on using produce prescriptions, food storage strategies, culturally appropriate meal preparation tips, and example recipes that incorporate cultural foods and dishes.

• Conduct initial virtual coaching calls lasting 30-40 minutes and follow-up calls focusing on participants' experiences with prescribed produce, optimizing food storage and preparation, and exploring new healthy food items.

• Contribute to the development and refinement of the THRIVE intervention through participation in human-centered design sessions with study participants, clinicians, and produce partners.

• Monitor and assess participants' responses to weekly pulse surveys and deliver culturally tailored nutrition messages based on their responses.

• Maintain accurate records of coaching sessions, participant progress, and other relevant data using the study's data management system.

• Assist in the evaluation of the intervention's feasibility, acceptability, and fidelity, and contribute to the dissemination of study findings through presentations, reports, and manuscripts.

Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of office work and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Organized and self-motivated,

• Excellent follow-up skills.

• Ability to learn the use of a study management platform.

Technical qualifications or specialized certifications

• Ability to attend virtual meetings and visit study sites.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field, preferably in Nutrition, Health Science, Public Health, Behavioral Psychology, Kinesiology or Exercise Physiology.

• One year of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of the DASH diet and its application in the management of hypertension and other chronic diseases.

• Strong understanding of cultural competency and experience working with diverse populations, particularly Hispanic/Latina adults.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency in using electronic health records, data management systems, and Microsoft Office suite.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary team environment.

• Commitment to promoting health equity and reducing disparities through community-engaged research and interventions.

Classified Title: Lifestyle Interventionist

Job Posting Title (Working Title): Lifestyle Interventionist / Research Dietitian

Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/03/CE

Starting Salary Range: &19.50 - $35.00 HRLY ($26,896. Targeted; Commensurate with experience

Employee group: Casual / On Call

Schedule: Monday - Friday (up to 20hrs per week)

Exempt Status: Non-Exempt

Location: Hybrid/School of Nursing East Baltimore Campus

Department name: Research Administration

Personnel area: School of Nursing

Total Rewards

The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University's salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.

Education and Experience Equivalency

Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

Applicants Completing Studies

Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

Background Checks

The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Accommodation Information

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Vaccine Requirements

Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The COVID-19 vaccine does not apply to positions located in the State of Florida. We still require all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the COVID and flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry. This change does not apply to the School of Medicine (SOM). SOM hires must be fully vaccinated with an FDA COVID-19 vaccination and provide proof of vaccination status. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine/ and all other JHU applicants should visit https://covidinfo.jhu.edu/health-safety/covid-vaccination-information/.

The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.

The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.

Hybrid: On-site 3-4 days a week