Pediatric Nutritionist

Pediatric Nutrition Consultant (0–5 Years) (Part-time / Contract / Advisory – Remote or Hybrid)

About the Role We are looking for a

Pediatric Nutrition Consultant

to guide families of infants and young children (0–5 years) with

science-backed, practical, and culturally sensitive nutrition support . This role sits at the intersection of

clinical knowledge, parent education, and real-world feasibility . You will help shape nutrition guidance across breastfeeding, complementary feeding, toddler nutrition, picky eating, growth concerns, and micronutrient adequacy—while ensuring alignment with global pediatric standards and developmental principles.

Key Responsibilities

1. Parent-Facing Guidance

Provide

clear, evidence-based nutrition recommendations

for: Breastfeeding and formula feeding Introduction of solids (6–12 months) Toddler nutrition (1–5 years) Picky eating, food refusal, appetite variability Growth faltering, undernutrition, and common nutrient gaps Support parents through

consultations, Q&A sessions, or async reviews

(depending on engagement model)

2. Content & Program Development

Co-create: Nutrition modules, guides, and checklists for parents Age-wise feeding frameworks (what, how much, how, and why) Red-flag indicators for referral to pediatricians or specialists Ensure content is: Scientifically accurate Simple, reassuring, and non-judgmental Practical for working parents and diverse household setups

3. Standards, Safety & Accuracy

Ensure alignment with: WHO / UNICEF / IAP / AAP-style guidelines (as relevant) Growth monitoring best practices (weight, height, head circumference interpretation) Review and validate nutrition claims, FAQs, and app/tool outputs Clearly define

boundaries between nutrition guidance and medical advice

4. Collaboration

Work closely with: Pediatricians / developmental experts Early-childhood educators Product and content teams Help design

decision trees

and

parent-safe defaults

for nutrition-related queries

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in

Nutrition / Dietetics / Clinical Nutrition Specialized training or demonstrated experience in

pediatric or maternal-child nutrition 3+ years of hands-on experience with infants and young children (0–5 years) Strong grounding in: Infant feeding physiology Complementary feeding Growth and nutrient requirements Comfortable translating science into

parent-friendly language

Preferred (Nice to Have)

Experience working with: Startups, digital health, or parenting platforms Large-scale parent education programs Familiarity with: Indian and/or global dietary patterns Evidence-based responsive feeding approaches Experience creating written, video, or structured educational content

What We Value

Calm, non-fear-based guidance Respect for parental context and constraints Clear thinking over trends and fads Scientific integrity without being rigid Ability to say “we don’t know yet” where evidence is evolving

Engagement Model

Flexible: Part-time / Contract / Advisory Remote-friendly Compensation aligned with experience and scope (per consult, monthly retainer, or project-based)

Who This Role Is Ideal For

A pediatric nutritionist who wants

impact at scale Someone who enjoys

education and systems-thinking , not just 1-on-1 consults A professional who values

early prevention over later correction