Arlene Spark, EdD, RD, FADA, FACN
Professor
CUNY School of Public Health
at Hunter College
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Subject: Jobs Jan 20, 2013
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Part-time position available for Registered Dietitian to assessments and education/counseling with adolescents in a Residential Treatment Facility on the Upper West Side. Hours are flexible, evenings and weekends, 10-12 hours per week. Please email Ronnie at [log in to unmask]<mailto:vfortunato%40msn.com> with brief, informal letter of interest and your resume attached as a MSWord document.
Name: Ronnie Fortunato, MS, RD
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Product Development Associate Scientist
• Apply now
Date: Jan 9, 2013
Location: Valhalla, NY, USA
Develop and commercialize new or reformulated products within the Food Service Beverage category that are consistent with the Pepsi Cola North America /PepsiCo International business growth objectives.
• Conduct and document product development lab work, including development of bench top prototypes, implementation and maintenance of stability testing, and scale-ups for commercialization
• Provide product formulation support by accurately preparing laboratory beverages and concentrates and submitting samples for analytical and sensory evaluation. Create beverage documents; ensure products are safe stable and legal.
• Conduct trouble shooting and root cause analysis for brand maintenance issues.
• Conduct field evaluations to assess product quality and overall product performance
• Conduct Fountain Ready testing to ensure product/equipment compatibility.
• Provide technical guidance and bench development for targeted development initiatives and existing brands
• Submission of samples for analytical and sensory evaluation
• Good communication skills both verbal and written, including timely and accurate documentation of work in laboratory notebooks, actively communicate status of research.
• Utilization of interpersonal skills to work effectively within teams
• Demonstrates ability to understand application of consumer research and experimental design to project objectives
• Demonstrates understanding of all calculations taught in FBD
• Reaches out for guidance
• Demonstrates ability to learn and use key processes: PV, FMS, Food Law, MDN, eNPPR
• Accurately maintains Laboratory notebook and follows all safety requirements (e.g. PPE)
• Collaborates with cross functional team to reach project objectives
• Knowledge of Fountain equipment operations preferred
Qualifications:
• BS in a scientific field
• Ability to provide thought leadership on tactical aspects of projects
• Outstanding team working and communication skills
• Ability to analyze and communicate implications of experimental results
• Willingness to travel
Equal Opportunity Employment M/F/D/V
Ref: 23066BR
http://careers.pepsico.com/job/Valhalla-Product-Development-Associate-Scientist-NY-10595/2368008/?from=email&refid=9943076&utm_source=J2WEmail&source=2&eid=72-201301190440-21000847&locale=en_US
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WIC PROGRAM NUTRITIONIST
The William F. Ryan Community Health Center seeks a highly motivated individual to work as a WIC Program Nutritionist.
Job Responsibilities:
Job duties include, but are not limited to: assessing WIC Program participant's nutritional status, providing appropriate nutrition counseling for families, facilitating informal discussion groups for program participants, planning and implementing healthy lifestyles initiatives for participating families as they come for services, work closely with families who have children with various nutrition-related problems, communicating with health care providers as needed, and working closely with the breastfeeding team to promote breastfeeding.
Requirements:
BS in Nutrition required.
R.D. Required.
Bilingual Spanish/English strongly preferred.
Please fax or email your resume to the attention of: Pam Harbin, RD,MS, Director of Nutrition and WIC Program, Phone: (212)769-7235, Fax: (212)663-9629, email: [log in to unmask]<mailto:pam.harbin%40ryancenter.org>
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Wanted: research/administrative assistant: 12-18 hours per week to assist new NYC Food Policy Center at Hunter College to organize events, prepare reports and collect information on NYC food system and policies; requires at least two years relevant administrative or research experience; knowledge of NYC food systems desirable; at least half of work hours must be 9-6 pm Mon-Fri; based at Silberman campus on 119th Street and Third Avenue; salary range $18-$22 per hour depending on qualifications. Please send letter of interest specifying administrative skills and experiences, hours of availability and resume to Professor Nicholas Freudenberg [log in to unmask]<mailto:nfreuden%40hunter.cuny.edu> by January 21.
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RD needed to conduct 5 or 6 Workshops at UES Senior Center
• • Stanley Isaacs Senior Center/ UES at 93rd and 1st
• • One RD to conduct about 5-6 nutrition workshops between now and June 15th, 2013.
• • Each session is about an hour in length
• • $70-75 per hour.
• • Must follow the DFTA standards, as far as evidenced-based information, site sources, correct format of outline. (sample available- see attached).
• Experience working with seniors preferred.
• Goal of each session is to discuss/ teach: How to achieve a healthier lifestyle through food.
• Flexible schedule. Senior Center is open Monday- Friday 9am-5pm and on Saturday 9am-3pm.
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• If interested, please e-mail the program director, Brenda Westphalen with your resume and copy of RD certification.
• Contact:
• Brenda Westphalen, MSW | Program Director, Senior Center
• Stanley M. Isaacs Neighborhood Center, Inc.
• 415 E. 93rd Street, New York, NY 10128
• [log in to unmask]<mailto:BWestphalen%40isaacscenter.org>
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A reputable home care agency is looking for a qualified fee- for- service nutritionist for home visits in Manhattan area.
Some experience working with geriatric population is required.
Interested candidates may call 646 201 9190 for more information.
Thank you,
Pratibha
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DIETICIAN
About the Job
Clinical Dietitian/ Nutritionist - Provide medical nutrition therapy to all age groups, in particular to OB & pediatric. Conduct food demonstrations. BA in Nutrition/ Dietetics, CDN/RD required. Bilingual (English/Spanish) required. Fax resume to 718-991-1268 or [log in to unmask]<mailto:emailjobs%40urbanhealthplan.org> EOE
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Registered Dietitian
Vassar Brothers Medical Center is a 365 bed facility that has been serving New York's Mid-Hudson Valley since 1887. Located on the banks of the Hudson River, Vassar Brothers has established centers of excellence in cardiac services, cancer care and women and children's health services.
If you're ready to make a positive career move, then contact now for immediate consideration!
Vassar Brothers is an affiliate of the Health Quest hospital system. Health Quest is the Mid-Hudson Valley's largest healthcare network providing the highest quality care across a broad spectrum of services. Offering the full range of hospital services, pre-hospital emergency care, homecare and nursing home care, the Health Quest system provides immediate and caring service to the one million people who reside in the New York counties of Columbia, Dutchess, Ulster, Orange, Putnam and northern Westchester. The not-for-profit system includes three hospitals with 647 beds, 29,000 patient admissions and 81,000 emergency room visits.
Vassar Brothers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care to all ages of the life span including pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients served by the Food & Nutrition Department. Assumes responsibility for performing inpatient and outpatient diet instructions including food/drug interactions; completes nutritional assessments (SOAP, nutrition support notes); calculates nutritional requirements; assess adequacy of nutrition support and makes recommendations on TF/TPN; provides nutritional services for specialty clinics (i.e. medical, prenatal, radiation oncology); participates in community nutrition programs; functions as a member of the health care team; to provide optimal nutritional care.
BS Food and Nutrition RD/CDN .
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R&D Principal Scientist - Beverages Nutrition
Work with North American and global beverage business of PepsiCo to provide support the nutritional support for Gatorade branded products.Contribute to the development of research and communication strategies working closely with sports science and sports nutrition experts. Engage with a wide range of stakeholders from academia, trade bodies, government and non-government organizations concerned with the health and nutrition impact of sports nutrition products s in the US and globally
• Support the development of nutrition science and strategies for the global beverage portfolio in relation to hydration and sports nutrition.
• Partner with product development teams to support the creation of compelling nutrition solutions that differentiate PepsiCo products and connects to long term research initiatives.
• Partner with Marketing and corporate Communication teams to provide expertise on the translation of nutrition science into compelling communication messages that provide credible science aligned with specific BU goals.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships across a wide range of key internal and external stakeholders to support business growth.
• Mentor, coach and share expertise with nutrition and other PepsiCo individuals and teams team in selected fields of nutrition science.
• Provide support to the implementation of portfolio transformation strategies to achieve human sustainability goals and metrics.
Qualifications:
• PhD in physiology, nutrition, biomedical or sports science.
• At least 8-10 years of experience in the food or beverage business, preferably within an R&D function.
• Knowledge of nutrient metabolism and relationship of nutrient intake to sports performance and recovery from exercise.
• Creativity, Innovation and excellent communication skills
• Proven collaborative, leadership and influencing style
• Ability to manage and help technical and non-technical partners understand nutritional complexities across R&D, business partners and corporate functions.
• Strong interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills demonstrated by the ability to positively influence within and outside the organization
• Ability to interpret complex data, turning test results into business-focused technical solutions
• Must be willing and able to travel 20% of the time
Equal Opportunity Employment M/F/D/V
http://jobview.nytimes.monster.com/R-D-Principal-Scientist-Beverages-Nutrition-Job-Valhalla-NY-US-117660763.aspx
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PART TIME Wellness Coach
Description:
Part Time Wellness Coach - OptumHealth. This position is benefits eligible. There are so many incredible reasons to choose a part-time career with UnitedHealth Group, but the most important things you need to know are, that in this job you will: ⢠Working by phone, in a fast paced, busy call center, you'll provide professional health and wellness advice and education to members ⢠Create a health vision and establish goals with members offering assistance and advice on their health and wellness program ⢠Provide an adaptable, knowledgeable, supportive line of contact for members by listening and typing simultaneously while delivering effective coaching that promotes behavior change ⢠Clarify information members receive, offering additional assistance, including direction to other resources based on the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age-specific needs of each member
Qualifications:
The most important things you need to bring to this exciting job are: ⢠Bachelor's Degree in areas like nutrition, health education, public health, psychology, and dietetics ⢠3+ years of demonstrated success in health education/wellness coaching of individuals in disease prevention, health promotion and behavior change ⢠Certification for health/wellness coaching is desirable ⢠Working knowledge of motivational strategies and understanding of health behavior change theories and their application ⢠Proven administrative abilities, with strong computer and software application skills ⢠Excellent interpersonal skills with a high energy level ⢠Commute daily to the office (Bloomington, MN, Atlanta, GA, Cypress, CA, Phoenix, AZ, Richardson, TX) ⢠Ability to work some evenings until 10pm Central Time and every other Saturday 8am -1pm. OptumHealth is part of the family of companies that make UnitedHealth Group one of the leaders across most major segments of the US health care system. OptumHealth helps nearly 60 million Americans live their lives to the fullest by educating them about their symptoms, conditions and treatments; helping them to navigate the system, finance their health care needs and stay on track with their health goals. No other business touches so many lives in such a positive way. And we do it all with every action focused on our shared values of Integrity, Compassion, Relationships, Innovation & Performance. At OptumHealth, you will perform within an innovative culture that's focused on transformational change in the health care system. You will leverage your skills across a diverse and multi-faceted business. And you will make contributions that will have an impact that's greater than you've ever imagined. Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. In addition, employees in certain positions are subject to random drug testing.
Job Category:Medical/ Health
Job Reference Code:509167
Position Type:Full Time, Employee
http://jobview.nytimes.monster.com/PART-TIME-Wellness-Coach-Job-Buffalo-NY-US-118156458.aspx
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Job Summary
Company
AccentHealth
Location
New York City, NY 10165
Industries
Business Services - Other
Job Type
Full Time
Employee
Years of Experience
5+ to 7 Years
Education Level
Bachelor's Degree
Career Level
Executive (SVP, VP, Department Head, etc)
Director of Product Development / Media / Pharma
About the Job
AccentHealth is the largest patient education media company at the point-of-care, located in over 26,000 physician waiting rooms and serving over 63,000 physicians nationwide. AccentHealth features an award-winning waiting room television network with exclusive CNN programming, co-hosted by Dr. Sanjay Gupta, and a companion network of engaging Health Panel displays. AccentHealth has been educating health-conscious consumers in a trusted environment with award-winning, engaging content since 1995.
Our Waiting Room Network television programming features content on a variety of topics, including medical breakthroughs, condition-specific segments, parenting issues, nutrition, safety and wellness. AccentHealth is audited by Nielsen; and is supported by blue chip advertisers from the health and wellness industry, including pharmaceutical brands, consumer packaged goods, pharmacy and OTC sponsors. For information about healthy lifestyle and condition-specific television networks visitwww.accenthealth.com<http://visitwww.accenthealth.com>.
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION
The Director, Product Development will play a key role in developing new products for AccentHealth's audience, doctors offices, and advertisers. He/she will work closely with the senior management team to develop new products that may include television, print, digital media, and/or mobile and tablet formats. He/she will manage all aspects of these products from business planning, project management, and development through implementation and performance measurement. As such he/she will play a critical role in driving further growth in the AccentHealth business.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
•Create the vision for new products, and changes and additions to existing products to achieve AccentHealth's strategic goals. Examples could include:
oNew mobile and interactive products for patients to use on their own devices in the waiting room
oDemo-targeted TV networks, e.g. AccentHealth Hispanic network
oAdvertising products/packages for key target ad categories for growth
oWaiting room print products for DTC specialty categories (e.g. oncology)
oPatient education programs in other venues in the doctor's office, e.g. materials in the examination room
•Document and communicate proposed products through specifications and presentations
•Work closely with leaders of key business functions (including the ad sales, office recruiting, marketing, research and technology teams) to understand product requirement and constraints, and refine products as necessary
•Develop business case for products including proposed pricing, competitive positioning, rollout timing and estimate of market demand
•Project manage rollout of projects from start to finish, including design and build, with all key stakeholders
•Evaluate product post-launch, and continue to refine based on audience, office, and advertiser response, and performance/audience data
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
•Minimum of 5-10 years of product management experience and a minimum of 3 years of pharmaceutical or healthcare marketing experience working at either at a media company, pharmaceutical company, healthcare services provider, or ad agency
•Familiarity with TV/video, print and internet product formats
•Understanding of Direct to Consumer advertising model for prescription drugs, including some familiarity with legal and regulatory constraints for DTC advertising
•Experience with mobile and tablet app development a plus
•Experience with products delivered at point of care a plus
•Demonstrated experience managing product development in an advertising-supported environment
•Demonstrated experience managing competing priorities to hit deadlines for multiple projects
•College degree required
•Excellent computer skills required (PowerPoint, Word, Excel)
REQUIRED SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES
•Motivated self-starter who is comfortable operating in a dynamic environment working with multiple teams
•Strategic thinker who enjoys finding creative solutions to problems
•Effective written and verbal communication skills and ability to persuade and influence
•Strong project management skills: able to meet reach deadlines through sound planning and persistent execution
•Ability to juggle multiple projects and balance the needs of multiple audiences
•Data-driven approach to decision-making
•High degree of personal and professional integrity
AccentHealth offers a competitive compensation and benefits program, including: medical, dental and vision coverage, paid time off, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and more.
AccentHealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is a participant of E-Verify.
http://jobview.nytimes.monster.com/Director-of-Product-Development-Media-Pharma-Job-New-York-City-NY-US-118235021.aspx
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PROJECT MANAGER, Bronx Obesity Campaign
About the Job
The Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing planning and implementation of the Bronx Campaign to Prevent and Control Obesity. The Project Manager will develop and update the project work plan, including goals and objectives, outcomes, and individual responsibilities. In addition, will develop a budget for the campaign, including in kind support and fundraising plans.
The Project Manager will oversee implementation of five high impact strategies: conducting media campaigns; improving the worksite food and physical activity environments; increasing healthy eating opportunities in retail settings; increasing nutrition education and diabetes interventions and promoting physical activity at health care centers and the neighborhoods around them; and, increasing physical activity opportunities in schools and the community.
Required Skills:
A Master's degree in either public health, public policy, public or business administration or related field and at least 5 years of professional experience in either project management, health education, public policy and planning, community organizing, fundraising or a satisfactory equivalent.
http://jobview.nytimes.monster.com/PROJECT-MANAGER-Bronx-Obesity-Campaign-Job-Bronx-NY-US-117515462.aspx
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Nutritionist
Posted on: January 15, 2013
Posted by: Bedford Stuyvesant Early Childhood Development Center, Inc.
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Bedford Stuyvesant Early Childhood Development Center, Inc. ("BSECDC") is seeking a Nutrition Consultant with the following qualifications to work with Head Start children ages 3 years to 5 years attending a high quality education program that uses a holistic approach and provides comprehensive education and social services to the children ("scholars"), their families and the community. We have a total of 408 Head Start scholars in 8 sites. You can apply to serve some or all scholars.
To apply, please provide proof of your minimum qualifications and proposed fee.
Minimum qualifications:
Licensed or certified nutritionist or dietician
Training or experience in holistic nutrition
Training or experience in working with young children.
1. Consultant will work with BSECDC staff to assure that BSECDC is in compliance with the following specific HS Standards:
2. Identification of each scholar's nutritional needs, based on discussions with family, staff and or review of the appropriate scholars' folders, taking into account nutrition-related assessment data, e.g., height, weight, hemoglobin/hematocrit, and information about family eating patterns, including cultural preferences and special dietary requirements for each scholar with nutrition-related health problems.
3. Review of BSECDC's nutrition program to assure that it meets the nutritional needs and feeding requirements of each scholar, including those with special dietary needs and children with disabilities and to assure that it serves a variety of foods which consider cultural and ethnic preferences and which broaden the child's food experience. Consultant will assure that BSECDC provides at least ½ to 2/3 of the scholar's daily nutritional needs, that the quantities and kinds of food served conform to recommended serving sizes and minimum standards for meal patters recommended in USDA meal pattern or nutrient standard menu planning requirement s out lined in 7 CFR parts 210, 220, and 226, and that foods served are high in nutrients and low in fat, sugar, and salt. Consultant will work with BSECDC to assure that parents and appropriate community agencies are involved in planning, implementing and evaluating BSECDC' s nutritional services.
4. Assure that BSECDC's nutritional services contribute to the development and socialization of enrolled scholars by providing a variety of food which broadens each scholar's food experiences and medically-based diets or other dietary requirements are accommodated an as developmentally appropriate, opportunity is provided for the involvement of scholars in food-related activities.
5. Assure that BSECDC is providing parent education activities that include opportunities to assist individual families with food preparation and nutritional skills.
6. Assure that BSECDC is posting evidence of compliance with all applicable Federal, State and local food safety and sanitation laws, including those related to the storage, preparation and service of food and the health of food handlers.
1. BSECDC may receive occasional announced and unannounced monitoring visits from federal, state and local agencies. Consultant will work with BSECDC staff to prepare for such visits that may include the following requirements:
2. To assure meal and snack periods are appropriately scheduled and adjusted to meet the individual needs of BSECDC students (referenced as "Scholars");
3. To assure that BSECDC meets the nutritional needs and feeding requirements of all Scholars, including current USDA recommendations;
4. To address special dietary needs/requirements;
5. To accommodate the feeding and nutritional needs of children with disabilities;
6. To consider cultural and ethnic preferences when creating menus;
7. To assure that BSECDC serves a variety of food that broadens the Scholars' food experience; and
8. To assure that BSECDC schedules meal and snack times to support individual needs of Scholars, including adjusting schedules where necessary such as for Scholars who arrive late.
1. If Consultant is not be able to complete all of her recommendations within the scope of this Agreement, Consultant should use the following guidelines for developing priorities:
1. Complete an assessment of BSECDC's compliance with the applicable HS Standards and provide recommendations and plan of action to correct deficiencies, if any, and suggested priorities.
2. Using a holistic approach, focus on the nutritional needs of scholars identified as having special needs, e.g., physical, behavioral, cognitive, and nutritional needs, as identified by Education Directors and Disabilities Coordinators, Family Service Coordinators and other BSECDC staff and the families of such scholars.
3. Make revisions to current BSECDC menus to assure not only compliance with HS Standards, but to comply with best practices from a holistic, nutritional perspective.
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If interested, contact Suzanne Paul at 718-453-0500 , Ext: 113 or preferably by e-mail: [log in to unmask]<mailto:spaul275%40aol.com> by 5 p.m. January 21, 2013.
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Associate Director, The Sackler Institute for Nutrition Science
Posted on: January 17, 2013
Posted by: The New York Academy of Sciences
MORE / LESSDESCRIPTION
The Sackler Institute for Nutrition Science at the New York Academy of Sciences (the SacklerInstitute/ the Academy)was created by a founding gift from The Mortimer D. Sackler Foundation, Inc. to spearhead a global effort to systematically and comprehensively address the critical global crisis in malnutrition. The Sackler Institute has collaborated with the World Health Organization to launch an initiative to develop a global agenda for nutrition science research. Additionally, it also houses a public-private partnership of academic institutions, non-profit organizations, government bodies, and corporations that will work together to galvanize action on the nutrition science research agenda and implement outcomes in the field. The Sackler Institute will also stimulate research by issuing research grants and prizes to a worldwide network of researchers who will generate innovative solutions to critical nutrition issues. The Sackler Institute generates a coordinated network across sectors, disciplines, and geographies that promotes open communication; encourages exchange of information and resources; nurtures the next generation of scientists; and affects community intervention and public policy changes.
The New York Academy of Sciences is an independent, not-for-profit organization committed to advancing science, technology, and society worldwide since 1817. With 25,000 members in 140 countries, the Academy has one of the world's most elite networks of experts and partner organizations – 27 Nobel Prize winners and scores of academic and industry executives on its President's Council and Board of Governors as well as alliances with 40 universities and academic medical centers and scores more multinational companies and NGOs.
The Academy uses these networks to catalyze path-breaking initiatives for scientific, social and economic benefit. Its core mission is to advance scientific knowledge, positively impact the major global challenges of society with science-based solutions, and increase the number of scientifically informed individuals in society at large.
The Academy facilitates communications among scientists, physicians, students, educators, executives, policy makers, government officials and journalists from around the globe through its interdisciplinary conferences, meetings and diverse electronic and print publications. The Academy employs 80 professional and support staff, and has an annual operating budget of $15+ million.
JOB TITLE: Associate Director, The Sackler Institute for Nutrition Science
DEPARTMENT: The Sackler Institute for Nutrition Science
REPORTS TO: Executive Director, The Sackler Institute for Nutrition Science
SUMMARY: Working with the Executive Director of the Sackler Institute and other members of the Academy to support the activities of the Institute including working with experts, working groups and advisory councils, organizing scientific conferences, managing partnerships and publications.
PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
• Oversee the day-to-day activities of the Sackler Institute for Nutrition Science, including working with experts, advisory councils, and working groups; network with stakeholders in the field, NGOs, and private industry; develop spreadsheets of milestones, and monitor and report on progress.
• Manage and adhere to annual program budget. Author grants for program support from government agencies, private companies, medical education, foundations, and individuals. Prepare and negotiate budgets and Letters of Agreement with partners and grantors.
• Develop and maintain budgets and discuss financial obligations with sponsors and partners. Write/manage grants and contracts, progress, follow-up reports, and budget reconciliations.
• Manage multi-stakeholder partnerships, develop and implement a system for regular updates, active engagement and reporting
• Create strategic alliances and nurture close ties with a network of leading organizations, researchers, and institutions in academia, government, and industry; collaborating with them to develop outcome-oriented and impactful programming focused on key scientific questions and critical issues.
• With the Conferences team, manage the development of nutrition conferences from idea through to completion, including post-conference reports and educational dissemination materials.
• Review applications for research grants and awards, coordinate the work of external review committees, and select individuals for Research Grants, Poster Presentations, Travel Fellowships, and Poster Prizes. Write and review reports for supporters.
• Monitor and manage information, discussion and developments in the areas of nutrition science, scientific policy around nutrition, and food safety. Compile and analyze scientific data for presentations, reports and articles.
• Work closely with and support the activities of the Academy staff including, but not limited to scientific programs and Annals.
REQUIREMENTS: Ph.D. in nutrition, global health, public health or related field and 3-5 years post-doctoral experience in an academic, research or a programmatic setting. Program, staff and administrative management experience is required. Excellent computer skills and familiarity with distance communication and learning tools (e.g. WebEx) required. Experience with research methodology and statistical packages, and evidence of scholarly activities such as peer-reviewed publications and scientific presentations is required. United States Federal or other successful grant writing and award management experience preferred. Must be able to travel 10-15% internationally as needed.
The successful candidate will be highly organized, with excellent communication/networking skills and have a demonstrated ability for a broad scientific perspective with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Qualified candidates will bring demonstrable project management experience as well as evidence of success working in a complex, integrated organization across many programmatic and functional departments.
The Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer seeking a diverse workforce. We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package to both full-time and part-time staff that includes affordable health care insurance, tuition reimbursement, retirement plan, and liberal vacation time and holiday schedule.
Visit us on the web at www.nyas.org<http://www.nyas.org>
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Applications must include a resume and a cover letter which includes salary history and/or requirements.
CLICK LINK TO APPLY: http://nyas.theresumator.com/apply/GVwarU/Associate-Director-The-Sackler-Institute-For-Nutrition-Science.html?source=idealist
7 World Trade Center, 250 Greenwich Street, 40th Floor, New York, New York, 10007, United States
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Education requirements
Doctorate (PhD)
Employment type
Full time
Professional level
Professional
Job function
Nutrition, Project management
Owner's areas of focus
Research and science
http://www.idealist.org/view/job/33m2FwPzmt6BD/
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Director, Community Health
Posted on: January 18, 2013
Posted by: The Children's Agenda
MORE / LESSDESCRIPTION
The Children's Agenda improves the health, education and success of our community's children and youth, especially the most vulnerable, through advocacy for evidence-based solutions and policy change at the local, state and federal levels. The Children's Agenda is a nonpartisan, independent non-profit that provides leadership to identify key issues affecting children; presents reliable, thorough research on selected problems, including evidence-based solutions; collaborates with community partners to educate and mobilize the community to act on behalf of children; and evaluates the success of its efforts.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Community Health Director will work closely with the Executive Director, President and policy staff to build and maintain a community-wide coalition and a Healthy Weight Council to serve as the locus of community consensus, strategy and action to reduce childhood obesity in the greater Rochester area. The Council will be comprised of key leaders from major stakeholder institutions in the community, including government, business, education, media, community organizations, health care, funders, faith groups, etc.
This position requires exceptional skill in building relationships, managing coalitions, strategic thinking for policy and behavioral changes, written and verbal communication, organization and management. Flexibility, initiative, and excellent follow-through are essential.
Primary responsibilities include:
• Build relationships with key community leaders to gain their commitment for participation in the Healthy Weight Council.
• Facilitate a community-wide strategy and reporting/evaluation system
• Work with current service providers to ensure alignment and coordination of efforts
• Build expertise and relationships with national experts and similar efforts throughout the country
• Convene a community-wide conference and regularly scheduled meetings of the Council.
• Work with the Healthy Weight Council, TCA Executive Director and TCA President to develop work plans and oversee their implementation.
• Research best practices and emerging policies, systems, and practices concerning healthy weight and children's social, emotional, mental and physical health and well-being.
• Understand and interpret research, public sector budgets (city, county, state, federal), policy, and practices affecting healthy weight and the well-being of children.
• Draft issue briefs, short articles, and policy proposals.
Assist with:
• Participating in general organizational meetings of The Children's Agenda staff and Board to develop strategies, policy positions, community partnerships, etc.
• Representing The Children's Agenda at community meetings.
• Testifying before government and private children's policy decision-making bodies in conjunction with the Executive Director and other staff.
• Contributing to creation of media communications strategies with our Communications Consultant and other staff, including press releases.
• Contributing to creation of advocacy strategies with other staff.
Additional responsibilities and management of special projects as needed.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Master's Degree preferred or equivalent experience (5 years or more); preferred concentration in one of the following fields: Public Policy, Public Administration, Public Health, Economics, Law, Sociology, or Political Science. Degree in another field which demonstrates knowledge/competency in policy analysis and systems change will be considered. Knowledge and experience in children's policy work preferred.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND CHARACTERISTICS:
• Energy, enthusiasm, and passion for children's issues.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Self-starter, high level of initiative.
• Proven strategic skills, particularly with coalitions and collective leadership groups.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Skill in presentation of research issues to professional and non-professional audiences.
• Detail-oriented and diligent in follow through.
• Team player, well-organized, and collaborative.
An Ideal Candidate will possess the following additional qualifications:
• A thorough knowledge of children's needs and issues, including nutrition, physical activity, out of school/afterschool time, urban schools and education, and social-emotional learning.
• Substantial knowledge of New York State and local funding, political, and child service structures and functions.
• Public budget analysis experience
THE CHILDREN'S AGENDA, INC.
IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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Please send resume and cover letter by February 1st to Michelle Yale, [log in to unmask]<mailto:michelle%40thechildrensagenda.org>, 1 S. Washington St., Ste 400, Rochester, NY 14614. No calls please.
http://www.idealist.org/view/job/D4nkKxtfxzMD/
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Paid Intern Position
The primary purpose of this position is to support programs and projects that promote kids culinary and nutrition education.
This is a paid position, $10/hour.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
-Monitor health trends in the media and manage social media outreach.
-Research NYC schools looking for nutrition and culinary education and coordinate presentations.
-Oversee filing system, converting hard copies to digital files.
-Other minor administrative tasks, mostly tech related, that improve office efficiency.
QUALIFICATIONS:
-Extremely proficient at social media, technology, and researching online resources for small businesses.
-Superior organization skills.
-Knowledgeable about nutrition, food, and current health topics.
-Excellent writing skills including writing professional emails, editing online articles, and crafting FB and Twitter posts.
-A self-starter, someone extremely reliable and efficient.
-A huge plus would be someone that makes awesome Power Point presentations but this is not a requirement.
WHERE: Most of this work can be done virtually. However, in-person meetings in NYC will be necessary for the first few weeks.
COMMITMENT: 3-5 hours per week depending on work load. Perfect job for bachelor or graduate students.
Candidates can submit a cover letter and resume to [log in to unmask]<mailto:julie%40julienegrin.com>.
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Middleberg Nutrition, founded by Stephanie Middleberg, is seeking an intern enrolled in a graduate-level nutrition/dietetic program.
The ideal candidate has excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong attention to detail, an adept researcher, fluent in all forms of social media, and most importantly energetic and proactive.
The position has flexible hours and requires working on and off site.
Start date: Immediately
About Middleberg Nutrition: www.middlebergnutrition.com<http://www.middlebergnutrition.com>
Please contact [log in to unmask]<mailto:stephanie%40middlebergnutrition.com> and use INTERNSHIP in subject line with your cover letter and resume.
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Nutrition Volunteer
Fast-paced, long-term care facility is looking for an organized, personable, and motivated volunteer. Volunteer will have the opportunity to gain first-hand experience in food service, culinary and nutrition-related areas. He/she will work closely with RDs and food service personnel. This a great opportunity to create a foundation and network in the food service and health care industry. 10-20 flexible hours per week is preferred. Facility is located in Queens near F, J, Z, E subways and LIRR. Please contact Louis Torres and [log in to unmask]<mailto:louistorres%40silvercrest.org>. Thank you.
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B Nutritious, a private nutrition counseling practice is looking for a new intern. Candidates MUST have strong writing skills and be enthusiastic about food and nutrition.
This is an ideal position for a graduate student currently working on their DPDs. Please send resumes to [log in to unmask]<mailto:brigitte%40b-nutritious.com> with the subject header INTERN. Resume submission deadline is January 31st, we will be interviewing the first week of February.
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