Research Assistant I — Bionutrition Research

Job overview

The Research Assistant I — Bionutrition Research role is onsite in Houston, Texas, with a Wednesday–Friday schedule totaling 20 hours per week. Pay starts at $15 per hour. The role supports the Bionutrition Research Core at a leading cancer research hospital and its dietary clinical trials in cancer care and nutrition research. The assistant prepares and packages research-designated meals according to dietitian-developed study protocols and standard operating procedures. Accurate food measurement, documentation, sanitation, and inventory support help maintain consistency and quality in clinical nutrition research.

What you'll do

• Prepare research-designated meals and diets according to clinical study protocols
• measure ingredients
• follow protocols and SOPs
• prepare, weigh, vacuum seal, label, and package food
• package meals for shipping or courier delivery
• maintain sanitary work practices
• document preparation and quality assurance
• assist with inventory and ordering
• use Microsoft Office tools
• collaborate with dietitians and research staff.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

research assistant i

bionutrition research

clinical nutrition research

dietary clinical trials

houston tx

dean's professional services

part-time

wednesday–friday

20 hours per week

$15 per hour starting

meal preparation

research protocols

food safety

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Comprehensive benefits opportunities are mentioned
• specific benefits are not detailed.

Why this role

Requires a bachelor’s degree in Basic Science, Nutrition, or a related field. Clinical research, hospital, food service, food safety, vacuum sealing, packaging, inventory, and Microsoft Office experience are preferred.

About the employer

Dean's Professional Services is hiring for this role. Industry: Employment Placement Agencies. Sector: 56.