Job Advertisement: Research Nutritionist

KLARIS is a cardiometabolic precision health research centre anchored at Tan Tock Seng Hospital, NHG Health. Operating on a Predict–Monitor–Treat framework, KLARIS integrates genomics, biomarkers and digital health technologies to develop personalised strategies for cardiometabolic disease prevention and management in Singapore’s multi-ethnic population.

We are seeking a highly driven Research Nutritionist to join our multidisciplinary team and lead nutrition-focused research within our precision cardiometabolic programme. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge translational research at the intersection of nutrition science, metabolism and digital health.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute precision nutrition research studies, including randomised controlled trials
• Develop personalised nutrition intervention protocols informed by genetics, continuous glucose monitoring (CGM), wearables and metabolic assessments
• Analyse dietary intake data, nutrient biomarkers and metabolic outcomes
• Interpret CGM and physiological data in relation to dietary interventions
• Contribute to multi-omics integration (e.g. metabolomics, nutrigenomics) relevant to nutrition research
• Lead and co-author peer-reviewed publications and present findings at scientific conferences
• Support grant applications and development of nutrition-related research protocols and pathways
• Conduct nutritional assessments for research participants and monitor intervention adherence and outcomes
• Collaborate closely with clinicians, scientists, data analysts, and external research or industry partners
• Translate research outputs into prototype clinical nutrition protocols and participant education materials

Skills & Attributes

• Strong scientific reasoning, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities for scientific audiences
• Highly organised, self-motivated and able to manage multiple research workstreams
• Comfortable working independently and within multidisciplinary research teams
• Passion for translational research and advancing precision nutrition science

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Nutrition Science or closely related field (PhD strongly preferred or in progress)
• Recognised professional certification in nutrition (e.g. Registered Nutritionist or equivalent)
• Minimum 3–5 years of nutrition research experience, preferably in metabolic or cardiometabolic health
• Demonstrated publication track record in peer-reviewed journals
• Experience with dietary assessment methods and nutrition analysis software
• Strong interest in precision, personalised or translational nutrition research

Why Join KLARIS?

• Be part of high-impact precision medicine research with real-world clinical translation
• Access to advanced research infrastructure and digital health technologies
• Protected research time with strong academic mentorship
• Clear career progression in academic-clinical research
• Opportunity to shape future precision nutrition services in Singapore