Dietitian

IRCM – Clinic

Primarily On-site
Full-time position (open to part-time applicants)

About IRCM

The Montreal Clinical Research Institute (IRCM) is an internationally recognized biomedical research centre dedicated to advancing science in the service of health. Our research teams contribute to major scientific discoveries while fostering an environment where scientific excellence and collaboration drive innovation.

The IRCM is home to a specialized clinic affiliated with the CHUM, providing care for patients with complex, rare, and genetic diseases. Patients are referred to the clinic for assessment and follow-up in lipid disorders, nutrition and cardiovascular prevention, genetic dyslipidemias, diabetes, hypertension, primary immunodeficiency, and rare kidney diseases. A new Genetic Obesity Clinic is currently being developed. In addition, numerous clinical research projects are conducted within the clinic.

Through the close integration of patient care, clinical research, and teaching, as well as an interdisciplinary approach that includes nutrition, genetic counselling, and nursing care, the IRCM Clinic provides innovative, patient-centred care.

The IRCM Clinic is currently seeking a Registered Dietitian – Nutritionist to join its interdisciplinary team.

What you’ll love

• Contribute to meaningful work that advances health care and clinical research.
• Thrive in a collaborative, rigorous, and people-focused environment.
• Participate in stimulating projects and continuous quality improvement initiatives.

Job Overview

The Registered Dietitian – Nutritionist provides specialized nutritional care within an interdisciplinary clinical environment focused on complex and rare diseases. The successful candidate assesses patients' nutritional status, develops and implements individualized nutrition care plans aimed at preventing disease, maintaining health, or supporting recovery, and ensures appropriate follow-up.

The incumbent also contributes to clinical teaching activities and may participate in clinical research projects by providing nutritional interventions to research participants enrolled in clinical protocols. In doing so, the Dietitian supports the integration of evidence-based clinical practice, education, and research for the benefit of patients.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze clinical data required to assess patients' nutritional status using appropriate assessment tools.
• Perform complementary nutrition-related assessments, including waist circumference, anthropometric measurements, and evaluation of clinical signs, as appropriate.
• Assess dietary intake and nutritional requirements, and interpret assessment findings.
• Develop individualized nutrition care plans and implement appropriate intervention strategies.
• Monitor patients' nutritional status and adjust interventions as needed.
• Communicate with patients, families, and other health care professionals to provide education, counselling, and support, while contributing to knowledge transfer.
• Develop educational resources for patients and health care professionals.
• May periodically supervise clinical nutrition interns or students.

What You Bring to the Table

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Dietetics or Nutrition.
• Member in good standing of the Ordre des diététistes-nutritionnistes du Québec (ODNQ).
• Hospital or clinical experience is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of the clinical areas relevant to the IRCM (nutrition and related medical specialties) is an asset.
• ODNQ prescribing authorization training is considered an asset.

Desired Skills

• Excellent clinical judgment.
• Strong organizational skills, autonomy, accountability, and ability to manage priorities.
• Excellent communication skills in both French and English.
• Proficiency with computer systems and digital tools.
• Ability to build collaborative working relationships while demonstrating initiative and empathy.
• Scientific rigour, intellectual curiosity, ethics, and professional integrity consistent with the profession's Code of Ethics.

Key Information

• Schedule: Full-time (35 hours/week).
• Position type: Regular.

Benefits

• 20 vacation days after one year of service.
• 10 personal or sick days.
• Additional paid leave during the holiday season.
• Defined benefit pension plan (RREGOP).
• Group insurance benefits.
• Access to telemedicine services for you and your family.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Facilities for cyclists, including secure bike parking and showers.
• Conveniently located in the heart of Montreal.
• On-site gym, lounge, cafeteria, bike facilities, and showers.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

Submit Your Application

Submit your application (CV) on our website : https://www.ircm.qc.ca/en/opportunities.

To learn more about the IRCM, visit: https://www.ircm.qc.ca

Selection Process

Selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. Background checks may be conducted depending on the nature of the position.

The IRCM values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

Accommodations may be provided upon request at any stage of the recruitment process. To request accommodations, please indicate this in the “Is there anything else you'd like to tell us about yourself?” section of the application form.