Research Dietitian Jobs in Texas
Research Dietitian jobs in Texas are concentrated in academic medical centers, university research programs, and large integrated health systems, with demand ranging from entry-level research coordinators to senior principal investigators. The most active hiring markets are Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio, where institutions like the University of Texas Medical Branch, Baylor Scott and White Health, and UT Southwestern Medical Center maintain ongoing clinical nutrition research programs. Roles in oncology nutrition research, cardiometabolic health, and pediatric clinical trials are among the most consistently recruited specialties across the state. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Bilingual Registered Dietitian Clinical Research - PRN
Make a Difference on Your Own Schedule and Terms!
Hiring Per Diem Bilingual Registered Dietitians for Virtual Visits! Must be fluent in Spanish/English.
EmVenio Research provides quality, in-home clinical trial visits for various Sponsors and CROs. We're the only company that hires, trains, certifies, tests, and manages our own Registered Dietitians. Our mission is to bring clinical trial visits to subjects wherever they may be to increase convenience and compliance with study protocols.
Be part of a team who fully embrace our values and key behaviors!
We work as a team
We do the right thing
We figure it out
We pursue growth
We take ownership
Why work for EmVenio?
We bring research to every neighborhood - making it more accessible, more inclusive, and more human - so every community can share in the promise of better care.
Be a member of our general staffing pool
No research experience required, on the job training provided
Gain Certification through GCP training
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited dietetics program (If CDR examination was before January 1, 2024)
Graduate degree from an accredited dietetics program (If CDR examination was on or after January 1, 2024)
Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) Certification by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
Current State Dietitian License/Certification in good standing (if applicable)
Job Specific Details:
Performs the full scope of Registered Dietitian practices; including, but not limited to, providing virtual lifestyle counseling visits to improve nutrition and dietary quality, mental health and developing coping skills, and building health behavior and lifestyle habits that align with participant's goals and values.
Sets appointments with subjects within the required appointment window.
Completes virtual visits for clinical trial subjects.
Works cooperatively with Clinical Project Manager and site personnel to complete visits and submit accurate source documents in a timely manner.
Regularly stay informed on the latest nutrition and food health updates.
Performs additional duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary.
Please contact Brandi Johnson at (303) 764-4289 or at brandi.johnson@emvenio.com today to learn more about our opportunities where you can make a difference in your own career!
Professional Case Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Bilingual Registered Dietitian Clinical Research - PRN
Make a Difference on Your Own Schedule and Terms!
Hiring Per Diem Bilingual Registered Dietitians for Virtual Visits! Must be fluent in Spanish/English.
EmVenio Research provides quality, in-home clinical trial visits for various Sponsors and CROs. We're the only company that hires, trains, certifies, tests, and manages our own Registered Dietitians. Our mission is to bring clinical trial visits to subjects wherever they may be to increase convenience and compliance with study protocols.
Be part of a team who fully embrace our values and key behaviors!
We work as a team
We do the right thing
We figure it out
We pursue growth
We take ownership
Why work for EmVenio?
We bring research to every neighborhood - making it more accessible, more inclusive, and more human - so every community can share in the promise of better care.
Be a member of our general staffing pool
No research experience required, on the job training provided
Gain Certification through GCP training
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited dietetics program (If CDR examination was before January 1, 2024)
Graduate degree from an accredited dietetics program (If CDR examination was on or after January 1, 2024)
Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) Certification by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
Current State Dietitian License/Certification in good standing (if applicable)
Job Specific Details:
Performs the full scope of Registered Dietitian practices; including, but not limited to, providing virtual lifestyle counseling visits to improve nutrition and dietary quality, mental health and developing coping skills, and building health behavior and lifestyle habits that align with participant's goals and values.
Sets appointments with subjects within the required appointment window.
Completes virtual visits for clinical trial subjects.
Works cooperatively with Clinical Project Manager and site personnel to complete visits and submit accurate source documents in a timely manner.
Regularly stay informed on the latest nutrition and food health updates.
Performs additional duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary.
Please contact Brandi Johnson at (303) 764-4289 or at brandi.johnson@emvenio.com today to learn more about our opportunities where you can make a difference in your own career!
Professional Case Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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The qualifications that appear most often in research dietitian jobs across Texas.
- Registered Dietitian credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration, recognized in Texas
- Texas state dietitian license issued by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Dietitians
- Master's or doctoral degree in nutrition science, dietetics, or a closely related field
- Experience designing or conducting clinical nutrition research studies or trials
- Proficiency in data collection, statistical analysis software, and research documentation standards
- Strong academic publication record or demonstrated experience with IRB protocols and grant writing
Research Dietitian Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a research dietitian in Texas?
You become a research dietitian in Texas by first earning at least a bachelor's degree in dietetics or nutrition, completing an accredited supervised practice program, and passing the Commission on Dietetic Registration exam to earn the Registered Dietitian credential. You must also obtain a Texas state dietitian license through the Texas State Board of Examiners of Dietitians. Most research positions additionally require a master's or doctoral degree and hands-on experience in a clinical or academic research setting.
Which companies hire research dietitians in Texas?
Texas research dietitian roles are posted by EmVenio Research, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, and University of Texas at Austin and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Texas's concentration of major academic medical systems and university health science centers makes it one of the more active states for clinical nutrition research hiring year-round.
Which Texas cities have the most research dietitian jobs?
El Paso, San Antonio, and Austin have the most research dietitian openings in Texas right now. Houston leads because of its large cluster of academic medical centers and cancer research institutions, Dallas follows with major integrated health systems headquartered there, and San Antonio draws openings through its military medical research infrastructure and university health programs.
Are there remote research dietitian jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. About 100% of research dietitian openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most clinical research environments. The parts of the role most likely to shift remote are data analysis, grant writing, and manuscript preparation rather than participant-facing research activities.
How can I get hired as a research dietitian in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a dietetic internship or research assistant role at a Texas academic medical center or university nutrition department, where you can build direct research exposure. Institutions like UT Southwestern, Texas Children's Hospital, and the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston periodically offer new-graduate research coordinator positions or post-doctoral nutrition fellowships. Coming in from a clinical dietitian or food service management role is also common, especially if you have any coursework or project work in research methods, IRB protocols, or data analysis. A master's degree and any published or presented research, even from a thesis project, meaningfully strengthens a Texas application with little professional experience.
Where can I find and apply to research dietitian jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to research dietitian jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across academic medical centers, health systems, and research institutions. Search the listings to find roles that match your credentials and experience, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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