Research Dietitian Jobs in Portland, OR
Research Dietitian jobs in Portland, Oregon draw from a concentrated cluster of academic medical centers, public health agencies, and food-systems research organizations, with roles anchored in the South Waterfront, Northwest District, and Beaverton corridor. Employers actively hiring include Esri, Autodesk, and Health Loft. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Outpatient Registered Dietitian
[Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialist & Weight Management Specialist positions available]
YouCose Health is a women-owned private practice providing nutritional counseling to adults with a range of chronic health concerns, including diabetes, weight management, and GI conditions. Our organization provides a non-judgmental environment where we prioritize supporting the nutrition of our patients while fostering a positive experience. As our practice expands, we seek dietitians who are enthusiastic about growing alongside us.
OUR APPROACH:
The people at YouCose Health are naturally curious, deeply compassionate, excited by innovation, committed to lifelong learning, and comfortable with trying new ideas, learning from mistakes, and continuously improving.
We believe in evidence-based science, sound reasoning, and creative ideas. Our dietitians provide individualized care that starts with curiosity about the patient’s history, goals, and learned body messages. Rather than approaching their lifestyle from a place of judgment, we celebrate each patient’s strengths and work together to overcome challenges. We incorporate Western and functional medicine into our practice to best serve our patients.
ABOUT THIS POSITION: We have two hybrid positions available that will be performed via Telehealth and our onsite location in Portland.
- The RD Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialist will provide outpatient nutrition counseling services to adults with emphasis in diabetes management and technology, in a private practice setting.
- The RD Weight Management Specialist will provide nutritional counseling to adults with a range of chronic health concerns, including cardiovascular health, GI issues, and weight management.
HOURS: We are hiring for both part-time and full-time positions.
- Part-Time. 15-34 hours per week, limited benefits
- Full-Time 35+ hours per week, comprehensive benefits
Flexible scheduling available, including weekday hours (7:00 AM–8:00 PM).
PRIMARY JOB DUTIES:
- Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of nutrition and counseling practices in diabetes and/or weight management.
- Conduct individualized, evidence-based nutrition assessments and develop ongoing care plans tailored to each patient's needs
- Provide education and guidance on diabetes medications, insulin, and diabetes-related technology as part of a collaborative care plan with referring provider (for CDCES/diabetes-focused role)
- Provide education, guidance and support on medications for chronic weight management as part of a collaborative care plan with the referring provider.
- Execute, analyze, and incorporate data from body composition assessments (such as InBody) into custom-made nutritional strategies.
- Lead and facilitate group classes or educational sessions on nutrition, diabetes management, or weight-related topics as assigned
- Communicate compassionately, effectively and enthusiastically with patients
- Must be able to demonstrate basic computer skills with a working knowledge of various software programs and electronic medical record charting
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Registered Dietitian
- Licensed with the state of OR as a Registered Dietitian
- At least 2 years professional experience as a full time Registered Dietitian
- Trained in Motivational Interviewing
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist certification must be active or planning to obtain in the next 3-6 months
- Insulin pump certified
- Board Certification as a Specialist in Obesity and Weight Management (CSOWM)
- Integrative/Functional Medicine experience
- Master’s degree in food and nutrition
- Speak other languages, preferred but not required
PAY: $35.00 - $50.00 per hour
Placement within range based on experience
FULL-TIME BENEFITS:
- Employee discount
- Flexible hybrid schedule
- $200 annual reimbursement toward certifications, conferences, or continuing education courses
- Equal opportunity employer statement
- We provide reimbursement for CDCES and CSOWM tests upon passing
- Medical, Dental & Life insurance
- 10 days PTO and 5 days Sick time, and 6 days Paid Holidays (increased with time worked in the company)
- IRA with 3% matching
Join us as an Outpatient Registered Dietitian and make a meaningful difference by guiding patients toward healthier lives through expert nutrition care!
Pay: $35.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
Experience:
- Diabetes care: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Registered Dietitian (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Portland, OR 97216
Outpatient Registered Dietitian
[Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialist & Weight Management Specialist positions available]
YouCose Health is a women-owned private practice providing nutritional counseling to adults with a range of chronic health concerns, including diabetes, weight management, and GI conditions. Our organization provides a non-judgmental environment where we prioritize supporting the nutrition of our patients while fostering a positive experience. As our practice expands, we seek dietitians who are enthusiastic about growing alongside us.
OUR APPROACH:
The people at YouCose Health are naturally curious, deeply compassionate, excited by innovation, committed to lifelong learning, and comfortable with trying new ideas, learning from mistakes, and continuously improving.
We believe in evidence-based science, sound reasoning, and creative ideas. Our dietitians provide individualized care that starts with curiosity about the patient’s history, goals, and learned body messages. Rather than approaching their lifestyle from a place of judgment, we celebrate each patient’s strengths and work together to overcome challenges. We incorporate Western and functional medicine into our practice to best serve our patients.
ABOUT THIS POSITION: We have two hybrid positions available that will be performed via Telehealth and our onsite location in Portland.
- The RD Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialist will provide outpatient nutrition counseling services to adults with emphasis in diabetes management and technology, in a private practice setting.
- The RD Weight Management Specialist will provide nutritional counseling to adults with a range of chronic health concerns, including cardiovascular health, GI issues, and weight management.
HOURS: We are hiring for both part-time and full-time positions.
- Part-Time. 15-34 hours per week, limited benefits
- Full-Time 35+ hours per week, comprehensive benefits
Flexible scheduling available, including weekday hours (7:00 AM–8:00 PM).
PRIMARY JOB DUTIES:
- Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of nutrition and counseling practices in diabetes and/or weight management.
- Conduct individualized, evidence-based nutrition assessments and develop ongoing care plans tailored to each patient's needs
- Provide education and guidance on diabetes medications, insulin, and diabetes-related technology as part of a collaborative care plan with referring provider (for CDCES/diabetes-focused role)
- Provide education, guidance and support on medications for chronic weight management as part of a collaborative care plan with the referring provider.
- Execute, analyze, and incorporate data from body composition assessments (such as InBody) into custom-made nutritional strategies.
- Lead and facilitate group classes or educational sessions on nutrition, diabetes management, or weight-related topics as assigned
- Communicate compassionately, effectively and enthusiastically with patients
- Must be able to demonstrate basic computer skills with a working knowledge of various software programs and electronic medical record charting
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Registered Dietitian
- Licensed with the state of OR as a Registered Dietitian
- At least 2 years professional experience as a full time Registered Dietitian
- Trained in Motivational Interviewing
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist certification must be active or planning to obtain in the next 3-6 months
- Insulin pump certified
- Board Certification as a Specialist in Obesity and Weight Management (CSOWM)
- Integrative/Functional Medicine experience
- Master’s degree in food and nutrition
- Speak other languages, preferred but not required
PAY: $35.00 - $50.00 per hour
Placement within range based on experience
FULL-TIME BENEFITS:
- Employee discount
- Flexible hybrid schedule
- $200 annual reimbursement toward certifications, conferences, or continuing education courses
- Equal opportunity employer statement
- We provide reimbursement for CDCES and CSOWM tests upon passing
- Medical, Dental & Life insurance
- 10 days PTO and 5 days Sick time, and 6 days Paid Holidays (increased with time worked in the company)
- IRA with 3% matching
Join us as an Outpatient Registered Dietitian and make a meaningful difference by guiding patients toward healthier lives through expert nutrition care!
Pay: $35.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
Experience:
- Diabetes care: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Registered Dietitian (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Portland, OR 97216
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Research Dietitian Jobs in Portland: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a research dietitian job in Portland?
Portland's strongest hiring comes from academic medical centers and public health-focused nonprofits, with a secondary cluster in food-systems and nutrition-science organizations tied to Oregon Health and Science University's research enterprise. Candidates who can demonstrate IRB-approved study experience, grant-writing involvement, or clinical trial coordination stand out locally. Targeting the South Waterfront medical corridor and Northeast Portland's community health sector gives you the highest concentration of active openings.
Which companies hire research dietitians in Portland?
Portland research dietitian roles are posted by Esri, Autodesk, and Health Loft and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Portland's hiring mix leans heavily toward academic medical systems, federally funded community health centers, and food-science research firms with ties to Oregon's agriculture and sustainability sectors.
Are there remote research dietitian jobs in Portland?
Yes, though research dietitian roles are less remote-friendly than desk-only positions because many involve in-person data collection, participant assessments, or lab work. About 33% of research dietitian openings tied to Portland are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, concentrated in analysis-heavy and grant-coordination functions. Protocol development, data review, and literature synthesis roles are the most likely to offer a hybrid arrangement locally.
How can I get a research dietitian job in Portland with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Portland is a research coordinator or dietetic intern role at one of the city's academic medical or community health organizations, where supervised research exposure leads directly to dietitian-track positions. OHSU-affiliated programs, Multnomah County Health Department initiatives, and federally qualified health centers in East Portland regularly take early-career candidates. Completing a supervised practice rotation with a research component and volunteering on a community nutrition study sharpens your candidacy in Portland's evidence-focused hiring environment.
Which industries hire the most research dietitians in Portland?
Most research dietitian openings in Portland sit in Technology & Software and Healthcare & Medical Services, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Portland's position as a regional health research hub, anchored by its academic medical infrastructure and a robust network of federally funded nutrition programs, keeps demand in those sectors consistently active.
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