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Dietician Registered

Somerville, NJ · On-site

$72K - $91K/yr

Eating Disorder Unit Req #: 0000242536 Status: Salaried Shift: Day Pay Range: $72,363.20 - $91,728 ... and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. RWJBarnabas Health ...

Dietician Registered

Somerville, NJ · On-site

$72K - $91K/yr

Eating Disorder Unit Req #: 0000242536 Status: Salaried Shift: Day Pay Range: $72,363.20 - $91,728 ... and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. RWJBarnabas Health ...

Dietician Registered

Somerville, NJ · On-site

$35.30 - $45.64/hr

Eating Disorder Unit Req #: 0000248490 Status: Hourly Shift: Day Pay Range: $35.30 - $45.64 per ... and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. RWJBarnabas Health ...

Dietician Registered

Somerville, NJ · On-site

$72K - $91K/yr

Eating Disorder Unit Req #: 0000242536 Status: Salaried Shift: Day Pay Range: $72,363.20 - $91,728 ... and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. RWJBarnabas Health ...

Dietician Registered

Somerville, NJ · On-site

$35.30 - $45.64/hr

Eating Disorder Unit Req #: 0000248490 Status: Hourly Shift: Day Pay Range: $35.30 - $45.64 per ... and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. RWJBarnabas Health ...

Dietician Registered

Somerville, NJ · On-site

$72K - $91K/yr

Eating Disorder Unit Req #: 0000242536 Status: Salaried Shift: Day Pay Range: $72,363.20 - $91,728 ... and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. RWJBarnabas Health ...

Dietician Registered

Somerville, NJ · On-site

$35.30 - $45.64/hr

Eating Disorder Unit Req #: 0000248490 Status: Hourly Shift: Day Pay Range: $35.30 - $45.64 per ... and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. RWJBarnabas Health ...

Rosewood is one of the nation's leading eating disorder treatment programs for men, women, and ... researching unfamiliar medications prior to administration to ensure safe and informed care.

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How much do eating disorder research jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for eating disorder research in the United States is $22.22, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $23.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an eating disorder research?

An Eating Disorder Research job involves studying the causes, effects, treatments, and prevention of eating disorders such as anorexia, bulimia, and binge-eating disorder. Researchers may work in academic institutions, hospitals, or private organizations, conducting clinical trials, analyzing data, and developing new treatment methods. They often collaborate with medical professionals, psychologists, and dietitians to advance scientific understanding and improve patient outcomes. The role may also include publishing findings, securing research funding, and contributing to public health initiatives.

What does an eating disorder research professional do?

A typical day in Eating Disorder Research may include designing research studies, conducting literature reviews, recruiting participants, and collecting or analyzing data related to eating disorders. Researchers often collaborate with clinicians, psychologists, and other scientists both within universities and medical settings. You may also prepare research reports, draft manuscripts for publication, and participate in grant writing. The work is a mix of independent analysis and teamwork, and strong communication skills are vital for presenting findings to both academic and clinical audiences.

What skills and qualifications are needed for eating disorder research?

To thrive in Eating Disorder Research, you typically need a background in psychology, public health, or a related field, with experience in research methods and data analysis. Familiarity with statistical software such as SPSS, R, or SAS, and compliance with research ethics and IRB protocols, is often required. Strong analytical thinking, collaboration, and communication skills are critical for designing studies and disseminating findings. These competencies enable researchers to conduct high-quality, ethical research that advances understanding and treatment of eating disorders.

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Infographic showing various Eating Disorder Research job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,222 per year, or $22.2 per hour.

Dietician Registered

RWJBarnabas Health

Somerville, NJ • On-site

$72K - $91K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

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Job description

Job Title: Dietician Registered

Location: RWJUH Somerset

Department Name: Eating Disorder Unit

Req #: 0000242536

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $72,363.20 - $91,728.00 per year

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

In this full-time position you will participate as part of the multidisciplinary care team by providing evidence-based nutrition care and medical nutrition therapy to inpatients and/or outpatients using an all foods fit, weight inclusive Health at every size approach.

Qualifications:

 Required:

  • BS and/or  MS in nutrition and/or dietetics

  • CEDRD certified eating disorder registered dietitian preferred

  • Registration Licensure Registered Dietitian

  • Newly credentialed dietitians will be considered

Preferred:

  • Experience 2 years in clinical dietetics in acute care preferred

  • 1 year with eating disorder preferred

 Certifications and Licenses Required:

  • CEDRD certified eating disorder registered dietitian preferred

  • Registration Licensure Registered Dietitian

Scheduling Requirements:

  • Day Shift, 40 hours/week
  • Full-time Schedule 

Essential Functions:

  • Participate as part of the multidisciplinary care team by providing evidence-based nutrition care and medical nutrition therapy to inpatients and or outpatients (in eating disorder unit)  using an all foods fit, weight inclusive Health at Every Size approach.

  • Provide individual nutrition therapy and education, group counseling and education and participate in the development of multidisciplinary treatment plans.

  • Participate with Nutrition Coordinator to provide nutrition-related and/or meal monitoring training to non-RD staff.

  • Assists with additional projects as assigned including those related to program development and improvement, policies, procedures, and quality assurance monitoring.

  • Requires some weekends and holidays. 

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Retirement Plans
  • Short & Long Term Disability
  • Life & Accidental Death Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Wellness Programs
  • Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
  • Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier healthcare destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team.  We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time.  As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. 

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

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RWJBarnabas Health is New Jersey’s largest integrated health care delivery system, providing treatment and services to more than three million patients each year. Throughout RWJBarnabas Health, our dedicated physicians, nurses, and health professionals are committed to providing the highest quality of patient care and health education to the community and region. We aim to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey - whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Industry

Hospitals

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

West Orange, NJ, US

Year founded

2015