Registered Dietitian or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (Clinical Research) - PRN/ Contract
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Job Description
Company Description
M3 Wake Research, an M3USA Company, is an integrated network of premier investigational sites meeting the clinical research needs of global biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, pharmaceutical and clinical research organizations (CROs).
With close to 30 owned and managed research sites across the country, M3 Wake Research is one of the largest independent, multi-site clinical research companies in the US.
M3 Wake Research continues to grow through acquisitions and uncompromising commitment to careful planning and execution in accordance with regulatory compliance.
Conducting studies since 1984, M3 Wake Research owns a proprietary patient database of potential clinical trial participants across the US. As of today, our board-certified physicians have completed more than 7,000+ successful clinical trials, while consistently exceeding sponsor expectations for integrity, timeliness, subject enrollment, human protection, and expeditious delivery of accurate evaluable data.
Due to our continued growth, we are hiring for a Clinical Research Diabetes Specialist at Wake Research, an M3 company. This is a PRN contract position. This is an onsite position in Chattanooga, TN.
Job Description
The Clinical Research Diabetes Specialist performs critical trial-related tasks and makes important trial-related decisions when directed by the Principal Investigator (PI) to do so.
The Diabetes Specialist is engaged in aspects of nutrition education and counseling for people living with diabetes and has a significant role in the conduct of research.
This position is primarily responsible for the clinical specialty area care for people living with diabetes via onsite and virtual visits according to research protocols protecting the health, safety, and welfare of research participants.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Including, but not limited to the following:
Provide nutrition resource and diabetes education support to clinical investigators and may assist them in protocol development, implementation, and content delivery.
Provides patient consultations and education via onsite and virtual visits under the direction of the physician in charge of the clinical trial.
Assess nutritional status and provide appropriate standard of care guidance and therapy in accordance with research study protocols.
Work cooperatively with diverse, interdisciplinary departmental staff and PI to complete visits and submit accurate source documentation.
Provide education support related to diabetes medications, continuous glucose monitors, point of care glucometers, and insulin pumps to clinical trial participants.
- Sets appointments with subjects within the required appointment window.
- Maintains all necessary licenses, certifications, credentialing materials and other required documents.
- Stays current on the latest education related to persons living with diabetes, nutrition and food health updates.
- Reviews and adheres to assigned research study protocol.
- Maintains proper documentation and completes source documents in a timely manner.
- Ensures that all clinical activities are carried out in accordance with established research protocol and standards in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedural requirements.
- Collaborates with multidisciplinary team members and Sponsor/CRO/Vendor associates.
- Communicates with the participant as well as the participant’s partner/informant/caregiver.
- Attend and successfully complete all training programs; participate in ongoing conference calls, webinars, and other professional development opportunities.
- Complete provided training and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training as required.
Qualifications
- Our ideal candidate is a Registered Dietitian or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
- Minimum of 2 years of experience of relevant work experience
May have an equivalent combination of education and/or experience in lieu of specific education and/or experience as stated above
Must be a graduate from an accredited school with a degree in nursing, dietetics, food and nutrition or related program.
- Must have Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) Certification
- Must have current and unrestricted State License (RD/RDN) in good standing (as applicable)
TN License Required
Must have Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) or Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) from the Certification Board for Diabetes Care and Education (CBDCE) or equivalent combination of education and experience
Specialized Knowledge in diabetes medications, continuous glucose monitors, point of care glucometers, and Insulin pump knowledge
Additional Information
About M3
M3 USA is at the forefront of healthcare innovation, offering digital solutions across healthcare, life sciences, pharmaceuticals, and more. Since our inception in 2000, we’ve seen remarkable growth, fueled by our mission to utilize the internet for a healthier world and more efficient healthcare systems.
Our success is anchored in our trusted digital platforms that engage physician communities globally, facilitating impactful medical education, precise job placement, and insightful market research. M3 USA prides itself on a dynamic and innovative work environment where every team member contributes to global health advancements.
Joining M3 USA means being part of a dedicated team striving to make a significant difference in healthcare. We provide a unique opportunity for you to be at the cutting edge of healthcare innovation, shaping the future in a meaningful career. Embrace the chance to drive change with M3 USA.
*M3 reserves the right to change this job description to meet the business needs of the organization
Key Responsibilities
The Clinical Research Diabetes Specialist provides nutrition education and counseling to research participants while ensuring adherence to study protocols. They collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to manage clinical trial tasks, maintain accurate documentation, and support investigators in protocol implementation.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Dietitian Career Context
Of the 50 active Clinical Nutrition listings this role was benchmarked against, 46% are remote, 30% have no call, 56% require no weekends.
In Tennessee, the Clinical Nutrition weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$68k (60 salary observations; 178 listings), vs ~$78k nationally (2,491 salary observations; 8,510 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee vs national | $68k median in Tennessee | $78k nationally (−13%)60 state / 2,491 national salary observations |
| Cost of living | Tennessee index 91.9 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Clinical Nutrition listings in Tennessee | 75 active | 3,119 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 46% remote · 30% no call · 56% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| M3USA | silver tier, 74/100 | Top Employers work-life index8 active listings |
Location & Logistics
Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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