Clinical Nutritionist,Sr at University of New Mexico – Albuquerque, New Mexico

Requisition ID: req33085

Working Title:
Clinical Nutritionist,Sr

Position Grade:
13

Position Summary:
The Center for Development and Disability (CDD), established in 1990, is New Mexico's University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research and Service. These centers, authorized by the Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act, build the capacities of states and communities to respond to the needs of individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.

The Autism and other Developmental Disabilities Division provides interdisciplinary services for individuals throughout New Mexico. The Clinical Nutritionist, Sr, will provide medical nutrition assessment, consultation, and dietary counseling for children and adolescents referred to NM SAFE Pediatric Feeding Program for chronic feeding problems, malnutrition, and growth concerns. This position will consult with NM START team that provides crisis response and prevention for individuals with autism and intellectual developmental disabilities, as well as other CDD programs that provide parent training and early intervention. The Clinical Nutritionist, Sr, will develop and present trainings for academic programs and professional development at the CDD and other UNM HSC departments, as well as community trainings for caregivers and self-advocates. The position will oversee administrative processes and participate in quality improvement activities for the NM SAFE program.

Explore more exciting career opportunities at CDD by visiting our jobs site https://cdd.health.unm.edu/jobs/

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment:

• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
• Subject to credentialing process; must maintain credentialed status.
• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.

Additional Requirements: This position requires passing a Background Check and Fingerprinting.
Campus:
Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM

Benefits Eligble:
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

Department:
Pediatrics Center for Development (997H)

Employment Type:
Staff

Staff Type:
Term - Full-Time
Term End Date:
06/30/2026

Status:
Exempt

Pay:
Monthly: $4,073.33 - $5,721.73

Benefits Eligible:
This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

ERB Statement:
As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required:
Yes
For Best Consideration Date:
3/2/2026

Application Instructions:
Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application.
TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION: Complete the official UNMJobs application: Be sure to include all relevant work experience, detailing the number of hours worked per week.Attach your current resume: Your resume should list three professional references, preferably current and former supervisors.Attach your cover letter: Please address our preferred qualifications in your letter.Note: Incomplete applications may not be considered.Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or an equivalent field; at least 5 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.Certification/LicensureState of NM Licensed Dietitian (LD) or Licensed Nutritionist (LN) or ADA Registered Dietician (RD); Registered Dietician (RD).

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications: **Be sure to address our preferred qualifications listed below in your cover letter**

Nutrition assessment, consultation, and counseling for pediatric clients and their families; knowledge of evidence-based practice and interdisciplinary experience.

Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and their caregivers.

Training and technical assistance experience with students and professionals in a medical/clinical setting.

Bilingual Spanish-English oral and written communication skills.