This just in from Dr. Nevin Cohen . . .
The Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) is a non-profit health-
advocacy group based in Washington, D.C., that focuses on nutrition and food
safety. CSPI publishes Nutrition Action Healthletter, the nation's
largest‑circulation nutrition newsletter. CSPI provides valuable, objective
information to the public, represents citizens' interests before governmental
bodies, and serves as a watchdog over industry. CSPI is supported by the
subscribers to Nutrition Action, donors, and foundation grants.
The Project Coordinator will gather, compile and verify data related to
articles about diet and health, and the nutrient content of food products.
This position works with the Nutrition Action Healthletter (NAH) team and
reports to a Senior Nutritionist.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
* Compile nutrition and ingredient information about a range of foods.
* Elicit nutrition, ingredient, and sales information from manufacturers,
restaurants and trade groups.
* Proofread articles in NAH.
* Purchase products mentioned in NAH articles.
* Prepare recipes for NAH, when necessary.
* Read supermarket and restaurant trade journals to obtain ideas for foods
that might be reviewed.
* Help undertake laboratory studies on the nutritional quality of packaged
and restaurant foods.
* Provide general administrative support to NAH staff, including filing,
copying, emailing, drafting correspondence, and preparing invoices and
expenses for payment.
Qualifications
· Commitment to CSPI’s mission.
· Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university, and
two-to-three years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent
combination of education and experience. Nutrition background strongly
preferred.
· Proven research, proofreading, and data collections skills.
· Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills and strong
attention to detail.
· Excellent communication skills with the ability to speak effectively
and professionally to individuals inside and outside of CSPI.
· Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with
multiple priorities and frequent deadlines.
· Computer proficiency with Word, Excel, and database programs; and
strong experience with online research tools.
· Ability to work independently, with supervision, and as part of a
team.
· Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
To Apply
Please send a cover letter indicating your relevant experience and interest
and a résumé to: [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>. Please include
“Comfood” in email subject line.
CSPI offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package along with a healthy
working environment. CSPI is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities,
women, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Colleen O’Day
Director of Human Resources & Administration
Center for Science in the Public Interest
1220 L Street, NW #300 * Washington, DC 20005
202.777.8303 – direct line * 202.265.4954 – fax
www.cspinet.org<http://www.cspinet.org/>