Research Dietitian Jobs in Arizona
Research Dietitian jobs in Arizona are concentrated in academic medical centers, university research programs, and integrated health systems, with demand ranging from entry-level research coordinator roles to senior clinical investigators. Phoenix, Tucson, and Scottsdale anchor the hiring market, where institutions such as Banner Health, Dignity Health, and the University of Arizona Health Network maintain ongoing research programs. The most in-demand specialties include cardiometabolic nutrition research, pediatric dietetics, and community health intervention studies. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Phoenix, ArizonaDepartment Name:
Pre-Heart Trans-HospWork Shift:
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Facilities, Environmental Services, and CulinaryYour Journey with us began the moment you made the choice to seek a career with Banner Health. Whether you are just beginning your career or your Journey has spanned 30 years, Banner's employer commitment is: "We'll help make a difference in your life and career so you can make a difference in the lives of others.”
Banner Health is seeking a Registered Dietitian to join the Advanced Heart Failure, Heart Transplant & Mechanical Circulatory Support team at Banner University Medical Center Phoenix. This position offers excellent work-life balance with Monday through Friday hours, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM (some start/end times may vary based on patient care), with no weekends or holidays required. As part of the multidisciplinary transplant team, you will provide comprehensive nutrition services and education to patients with: advanced heart failure, pre/post heart transplantation, and pre/post mechanical circulatory support device (Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) or Total Artificial Heart (TAH) devices) implantation.
In this role, you will conduct nutritional assessments and nutrition-focused physical exams, develop and manage individualized nutrition care plans, provide patient and family education, perform frailty screenings and contribute to optimization of patient clinical status. You will work closely with medical providers, nursing staff, coordinators, pharmacists, therapy teams, bariatrics, and the culinary department. Additional programmatic involvement may include developing nutrition standards of practice and educational materials, and participating in quality improvement activities. This position also offers opportunities to participate in research initiatives that advance nutritional care in these patient groups.
The ideal candidate will have cardiac experience, with heart failure and/or transplant experience highly preferred. Strong patient education and assessment skills are essential, along with excellent communication and collaboration abilities. This position requires a team player who can work independently while serving as a mentor and resource to staff and the broader healthcare team. Banner Health offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits designed to support your health and financial security throughout your career journey.
Location: Banner University Medical Center-1111 E. McDowell Rd.
Schedule: This position offers excellent work-life balance with Monday through Friday hours, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM (some start/end times may vary based on patient care), with no weekends or holidays required.
University Medical Center Phoenix is a nationally recognized academic medical center. The world-class hospital is focused on coordinated clinical care, expanded research activities and nurturing future generations of highly trained medical professionals. Our commitment to nursing excellence has enabled us to achieve Magnet™ recognition by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. The Phoenix campus, long known for excellent patient care, has over 730 licensed beds, several unique specialty units and is the new home for medical discoveries, thanks to our collaboration with the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix. Additionally, the campus responsibilities include fully integrated multi-specialty and sub-specialty clinics.
POSITION SUMMARY
This position manages a complex caseload of patients by providing comprehensive nutritional assessments and nutrition-focused physical exams, developing and managing all aspects of appropriate nutrition care plans and monitoring outcomes of plans. Provides patient and family nutrition counseling and education. Develops Nutrition Standards of Practice and Education material in collaboration with peers. Serves as a member of the interdisciplinary Health Care team providing input into patient care policies, programs, quality improvement activities and provides in-service education in areas of expertise.
CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Provides comprehensive nutrition assessment of patients' nutritional needs, to include nutrition-focused physical exams as appropriate. Obtains timely and appropriate data and analyzes/interprets data based on evidence-based standards and established practice guidelines.
2. Demonstrates and maintains competency in enteral and parenteral clinical practice protocols and oral nutrition management standard of practice as demonstrated by successful completion of initial competency exams and ongoing evaluation.
3. Initiates and manages the nutrition care, writing orders if applicable per state regulations, for all assigned patients including those receiving nutrition support (parenteral and enteral nutrition) per protocols.
4. Evaluates effectiveness of the care plan and communicates effectively to the other members of the healthcare team to provide optimal nutrition outcomes. Provides pertinent information in the medical records, patient plans of care and/or clinical pathways while meeting requirements of regulatory agencies (i.e. Joint Commission, CMS, State and Local Agencies).
5. Provides nutrition education to patients, families, staff and other health care team professionals through the development of effective teaching materials and in-service programs; Evaluates patient and/or family response to education.
6. Provides leadership in area of coverage, monitors proper patient care procedures and acts as liaison with nursing areas. May participate in process improvement teams. Serves as mentor to new staff and interns where assigned.
7. Participates in continuous quality improvement activities in clinical areas to ensure optimal nutrition care outcomes are achieved. May participate in outcome studies as needed. In some roles, this position may manage assigned staff: recruits, selects, trains, evaluates, manages performance.
8. This position interacts with patients, families, health care providers and nutrition and dietary staff in support of providing high quality nutrition assessment, care planning, delivery and measurement of outcomes. Position communicates effectively and provides education to ensure optimum nutritional care. Position works independently and provides guidance to nutrition services staff in the development of nutrition plans. Position may also provide community education.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must possess knowledge of nutrition and dietetics demonstrated through the completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or equivalent coursework. Must be a Registered Dietitian or RD Eligible based on academic and professional requirements as defined by the Commission on Dietetic Registration(CDR) of The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Effective January 1, 2024 CDR requires a minimum of Master's degree to be eligible to take the registration examination. Must possess RD credentials within 6 months of hire. Must hold current registration through the Commission on Dietetic Registration of The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and be able to maintain ongoing registration verification of registration annually. Maintains current licensure as required by State law.
Must be able to communicate effectively and function independently. Must be effective at prioritizing assigned patient case load.
Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital, BTMC Behavioral, and BUMG, BUMCT, or BUMCS in a Behavioral Health clinical setting that serves children must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
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Primary City/State:
Phoenix, ArizonaDepartment Name:
Pre-Heart Trans-HospWork Shift:
DayJob Category:
Facilities, Environmental Services, and CulinaryYour Journey with us began the moment you made the choice to seek a career with Banner Health. Whether you are just beginning your career or your Journey has spanned 30 years, Banner's employer commitment is: "We'll help make a difference in your life and career so you can make a difference in the lives of others.”
Banner Health is seeking a Registered Dietitian to join the Advanced Heart Failure, Heart Transplant & Mechanical Circulatory Support team at Banner University Medical Center Phoenix. This position offers excellent work-life balance with Monday through Friday hours, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM (some start/end times may vary based on patient care), with no weekends or holidays required. As part of the multidisciplinary transplant team, you will provide comprehensive nutrition services and education to patients with: advanced heart failure, pre/post heart transplantation, and pre/post mechanical circulatory support device (Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) or Total Artificial Heart (TAH) devices) implantation.
In this role, you will conduct nutritional assessments and nutrition-focused physical exams, develop and manage individualized nutrition care plans, provide patient and family education, perform frailty screenings and contribute to optimization of patient clinical status. You will work closely with medical providers, nursing staff, coordinators, pharmacists, therapy teams, bariatrics, and the culinary department. Additional programmatic involvement may include developing nutrition standards of practice and educational materials, and participating in quality improvement activities. This position also offers opportunities to participate in research initiatives that advance nutritional care in these patient groups.
The ideal candidate will have cardiac experience, with heart failure and/or transplant experience highly preferred. Strong patient education and assessment skills are essential, along with excellent communication and collaboration abilities. This position requires a team player who can work independently while serving as a mentor and resource to staff and the broader healthcare team. Banner Health offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits designed to support your health and financial security throughout your career journey.
Location: Banner University Medical Center-1111 E. McDowell Rd.
Schedule: This position offers excellent work-life balance with Monday through Friday hours, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM (some start/end times may vary based on patient care), with no weekends or holidays required.
University Medical Center Phoenix is a nationally recognized academic medical center. The world-class hospital is focused on coordinated clinical care, expanded research activities and nurturing future generations of highly trained medical professionals. Our commitment to nursing excellence has enabled us to achieve Magnet™ recognition by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. The Phoenix campus, long known for excellent patient care, has over 730 licensed beds, several unique specialty units and is the new home for medical discoveries, thanks to our collaboration with the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix. Additionally, the campus responsibilities include fully integrated multi-specialty and sub-specialty clinics.
POSITION SUMMARY
This position manages a complex caseload of patients by providing comprehensive nutritional assessments and nutrition-focused physical exams, developing and managing all aspects of appropriate nutrition care plans and monitoring outcomes of plans. Provides patient and family nutrition counseling and education. Develops Nutrition Standards of Practice and Education material in collaboration with peers. Serves as a member of the interdisciplinary Health Care team providing input into patient care policies, programs, quality improvement activities and provides in-service education in areas of expertise.
CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Provides comprehensive nutrition assessment of patients' nutritional needs, to include nutrition-focused physical exams as appropriate. Obtains timely and appropriate data and analyzes/interprets data based on evidence-based standards and established practice guidelines.
2. Demonstrates and maintains competency in enteral and parenteral clinical practice protocols and oral nutrition management standard of practice as demonstrated by successful completion of initial competency exams and ongoing evaluation.
3. Initiates and manages the nutrition care, writing orders if applicable per state regulations, for all assigned patients including those receiving nutrition support (parenteral and enteral nutrition) per protocols.
4. Evaluates effectiveness of the care plan and communicates effectively to the other members of the healthcare team to provide optimal nutrition outcomes. Provides pertinent information in the medical records, patient plans of care and/or clinical pathways while meeting requirements of regulatory agencies (i.e. Joint Commission, CMS, State and Local Agencies).
5. Provides nutrition education to patients, families, staff and other health care team professionals through the development of effective teaching materials and in-service programs; Evaluates patient and/or family response to education.
6. Provides leadership in area of coverage, monitors proper patient care procedures and acts as liaison with nursing areas. May participate in process improvement teams. Serves as mentor to new staff and interns where assigned.
7. Participates in continuous quality improvement activities in clinical areas to ensure optimal nutrition care outcomes are achieved. May participate in outcome studies as needed. In some roles, this position may manage assigned staff: recruits, selects, trains, evaluates, manages performance.
8. This position interacts with patients, families, health care providers and nutrition and dietary staff in support of providing high quality nutrition assessment, care planning, delivery and measurement of outcomes. Position communicates effectively and provides education to ensure optimum nutritional care. Position works independently and provides guidance to nutrition services staff in the development of nutrition plans. Position may also provide community education.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must possess knowledge of nutrition and dietetics demonstrated through the completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or equivalent coursework. Must be a Registered Dietitian or RD Eligible based on academic and professional requirements as defined by the Commission on Dietetic Registration(CDR) of The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Effective January 1, 2024 CDR requires a minimum of Master's degree to be eligible to take the registration examination. Must possess RD credentials within 6 months of hire. Must hold current registration through the Commission on Dietetic Registration of The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and be able to maintain ongoing registration verification of registration annually. Maintains current licensure as required by State law.
Must be able to communicate effectively and function independently. Must be effective at prioritizing assigned patient case load.
Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital, BTMC Behavioral, and BUMG, BUMCT, or BUMCS in a Behavioral Health clinical setting that serves children must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
EEO Statement:
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.
Privacy Policy:
Privacy Policy
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Research Dietitian Job Market in Arizona
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What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in research dietitian jobs across Arizona.
- Active Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential recognized or licensed through the Arizona State Board of Dietetics
- Completed dietetic internship accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics
- Bachelor's or master's degree in dietetics, nutrition science, or a closely related field
- Experience designing or supporting nutrition-focused research protocols and data collection
- Proficiency with statistical analysis software such as SPSS, SAS, or REDCap for research data management
- Strong written communication skills for preparing grant applications, manuscripts, and IRB submissions
Research Dietitian Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a research dietitian in Arizona?
To work as a research dietitian in Arizona, you must hold the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential and obtain licensure through the Arizona State Board of Dietetics. The path begins with a bachelor's or master's degree in dietetics or nutrition science from a program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics, followed by a supervised dietetic internship and passing the Commission on Dietetic Registration exam. Research-focused roles typically favor candidates with graduate-level training or additional experience in clinical or community research settings.
Which companies hire research dietitians in Arizona?
Arizona research dietitian roles are posted by Banner Health, Fresenius Medical Care, and Mountain Park Health Center and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Arizona's concentration of large integrated health systems and research universities means openings appear across both hospital-based clinical research departments and academic nutrition science programs.
Which Arizona cities have the most research dietitian jobs?
Phoenix, Tucson, and Glendale lead Arizona for research dietitian openings. Phoenix drives the largest share of postings given the density of major health systems like Banner Health and Valleywise Health, while Tucson's openings are closely tied to the University of Arizona and its affiliated research and clinical programs, and Scottsdale attracts positions through its growing concentration of specialty hospitals and outpatient research centers.
Are there remote research dietitian jobs in Arizona?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields, since research dietitian work often involves in-person participant assessments, lab coordination, or clinical settings. About 23% of research dietitian openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting limited but real flexibility. The parts of the role most suited to remote work include data analysis, manuscript preparation, grant writing, and telehealth nutrition counseling components.
How can I get hired as a research dietitian in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a research coordinator or dietetic technician role within a large Arizona health system or university nutrition department, then building toward a full research dietitian position. Banner Health and the University of Arizona Health Sciences run new-graduate programs and supervised research rotations that give candidates without independent experience direct exposure to protocol-driven work. Lateral moves from clinical dietitian or public health nutritionist positions are common and well-recognized. Holding your Arizona dietetics license and an active Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential before you apply gives you a clear edge over unlicensed candidates.
Where can I find and apply to research dietitian jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to research dietitian jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings from employers actively hiring for this role. Search the available listings, find roles that fit your background and location, and apply directly to the ones that match.
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