Senior Nutrition Scientist

We are looking for a Senior Nutrition Scientist to join our Nutrition Intelligence Team.

Closing date: 23rd December 2024

 

The British Nutrition Foundation exists to promote health and wellbeing and prevent diet-related ill health through evidence-based nutrition science. 

 

It provides a bridge between nutrition science, government, industry, education and people.  Its team of nutrition scientists and education professionals promotes access to the latest evidence-based and trusted nutrition science, so that people have the knowledge, skills and confidence to make positive food, diet and lifestyle choices, and to create a healthier, more sustainable food environment for all.

 

Key to our success are professional employees who are passionate about growing the impact of the British Nutrition Foundation by producing evidence-based, up-to-date synthesis of nutrition research; championing the importance of nutrition science and food sustainability to thought leaders, decision makers, government and other stakeholders; and making practical recommendations as to how evidence-based nutrition research can be applied. 

 

Role

 

The purpose of this role is to help position the British Nutrition Foundation as a leading voice in nutrition science with academics, research funders and key stakeholders; and to support diversification of income by leading on projects with income from government, academia and related sectors. 

 

Whilst this position is initially for a Senior Nutrition Scientist, we are looking for a candidate with the potential to step up to managerial level within 24 months.  This role reports to our Science Director.

 

As part of the team, you will have a varied role which will include:

 

  • Leading on and delivering scientific projects with universities, charities and other organisations, to agreed deadlines and standards of quality. Mentor less experienced staff as requested.
  • Working within the Nutrition Intelligence Team to deliver a programme of appropriate scientific thought pieces, resources, and training to grow our scientific credibility and reputation as a leading source of nutrition information in the UK and internationally.
  • Representing the Foundation at external meetings, as a subject matter expert and present the work of the Foundation and/or provide overviews of nutrition topics at conferences and events, including at appropriate scientific conferences, industry or trade association events.
  • Working with Communications team to engage with the media by providing comment, quotes or interviews as required and act as a spokesperson for the Foundation when needed.
  • Creating timely and accurate scientific content for training resources and deliver training sessions/webinars as required.
  • Seeking opportunities to diversity our income by working with the Science Director and Nutrition Science Manager to write proposals and support income generation.

 

Skills & Experience Required

  • Post graduate Degree or equivalent, ideally with a PhD in nutrition or dietetics.
  • Registered Nutritionist or Dietician.
  • Passion for evidence-based science and the application of high-quality research to find real-world solutions.
  • Understanding of research methodologies and statistical analyses commonly used in nutrition science.
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong project design and management skills, ideally used to working with collaboration tools such as Trello, Monday, or Microsoft Project etc, or a willingness to learn and apply such tools.
  • Track record of presenting at scientific conferences and of a strong academic network in nutrition science.
  • Excellent written, interpersonal and communication skills including an ability to write for different audiences.
  • Excellent relationship-building skills, with strong commitment to partnership working.

 

Are you ready to become part of our team of dedicated individuals? 

 

If so, please send your CV and cover letter by 23rd December 2024 to recruit@beststarthr.com

 

Please also complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form and send it along with your CV and cover letter. 

 

Our approach to diversity is simple —it’s about embracing everyone, and everyone is welcome at the British Nutrition Foundation. We are committed to welcoming all applicants with the right skills, regardless of gender identity, orientation or expression, age, race, physical or mental ability, neuro diversity, ethnicity, social background and perspective. Diversity fuels innovation, brings diversity of thought, and connects us more closely to the organisations and people we work with.  If you need any specific arrangements to be made or considerations to be taken during our recruitment and selection process to enable you to perform at your best, please let us know in your covering letter.