About the role#
KC Current is hiring a full-time Performance Nutrition Associate for the Summer 2027 season. This fellowship is designed for an early-career Registered Dietitian to gain experience in a professional women's soccer environment. You will work under the supervision of the Director of Nutrition to support elite athletes, learning applied sports nutrition, recovery strategies, hydration monitoring, and team operations.
What you'll do#
- Conduct one-on-one nutrition counseling and help develop individualized nutrition plans.
- Monitor athlete progress and document nutrition interventions.
- Oversee daily fueling stations and prepare recovery products, smoothies, and nutrition packs.
- Develop and implement fueling strategies for training and competition.
- Conduct hydration assessments, perform sweat testing, and create individualized hydration plans.
- Coordinate team meal orders, assist with menu planning, and manage food service logistics.
- Support team travel by organizing nutrition products and recovery supplies.
- Manage inventory, including ordering, receiving, and stocking nutrition and supplement supplies.
- Maintain the organization and cleanliness of nutrition spaces.
- Assist with data collection, reporting, and special projects.
What you'll need#
- Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential.
- Licensed in Missouri or eligible and willing to obtain Missouri licensure.
- 1-3 years of experience in collegiate, professional, tactical, or other high-performance sports settings.
- Experience providing individualized nutrition counseling to athletes.
- Understanding of evidence-based sports nutrition principles.
- Experience with hydration assessment, body composition testing, supplement management, and food service operations.
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
Location & details#
- Location: Riverside, Missouri.
- This is a full-time, on-site, paid fellowship for the 2027 season.
- You must be available for flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays based on the team schedule.
- The role requires the ability to travel with the team for select matches and events.
- You must be able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds and stand for extended periods during training and match-day operations.
- A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required.
About KC Current
KC Current is a professional women's soccer club based in Kansas City. Founded in 2020, the organization operates within the spectator sports industry. It maintains a staff of 276 employees. The club focuses on professional football operations and community engagement.
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