University System of Maryland          Job Class Specification TITLE: DIETETIC RESEARCH TECHNICIAN, MRI JOB CODE: N07DRU FLSA: NONEXEMPT JOB TYPE: INST SPECIFIC UMAB EEO6: H50 JOB FAMILY/SERIES: MED IPED-SOC: 29-2051

APPROVED BY: Chancellor Donald N. Langenberg EFFECTIVE DATE: 07/01/1996

JOB SUMMARY

Under general supervision, assists in collecting, analyzing, and
managing nutrition data used in research studies.

PRIMARY DUTIES

1.  Collects nutritional data by interviewing study participants about
    their nutritional habits and individual food choices.

2.  Analyzes weekly nutrition data such as diabetic exchange records
    to calculate intake and to make recommendations for weight loss
    according to study protocols.

3.  Analyzes baseline, midline, and post-intervention seven-day food
    records using nutritional software applications.

4.  Instructs study participants in food record documentation, and
    reviews records with study participants on a regular basis
    according to study protocols.

5.  Prepares take-home test diets for study participants.

6.  Tracks participation and maintains records according to study
    protocols.

7.  Assists research dietitian in analyzing large data sets and in
    preparing reports or materials for presentation or publication.

Note: The intent of this list of primary duties is to provide a
representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of
this job. Incumbents perform other related duties assigned. Specific
duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:  Associate of Arts degree in Nutrition, Dietetic Technology
or related field

EXPERIENCE: One years related experience

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

General knowledge of the principles and practices of the field of
nutrition. General knowledge of applicable nutritional programs and
systems such as the diabetic exchange plan. Skill in interviewing
patients regarding nutritional habits and choices. Ability to assess,
calculate, and analyze nutritional needs such as caloric intake.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with
diverse groups of patients, faculty, staff, and students. Ability to
manage time and workload effectively. Ability to use applicable
hardware such as personal or laptop computers and applicable computer
software such as nutritional analysis applications.

OTHER: Except for qualifications established by law, additional
related experience and formal education in which one has gained the
knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the
work of the job class may be substituted for the education or
experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college
credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquires
and/or medical examination to determine ability to perform the job.