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About this Clinical Dietary Aide role at ICON plc

ICON plc · Onsite · US, Lenexa KCI (PRA)
Clinical Dietary Aide

ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.


As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.


We are seeking a Clinical Dietary Aide to support meal service operations within our clinical research unit at ICON. In this role, you will help ensure that clinical trial participants receive meals and snacks safely, accurately, and on schedule. This includes preparing meal areas, delivering trays, maintaining kitchen and dining spaces, and providing friendly, patient‑focused service throughout their stay.

This is an excellent role for candidates with experience as a dietary aide, food runner, server, cafeteria attendant, or hospitality associate who are interested in transitioning into a clinical research environment. The internal job title for this position is Medical Research Representative.

What You Will Be Doing

  • Preparing, stocking, and maintaining kitchen, cafeteria, and dining areas in accordance with safety, cleanliness, and food‑handling standards.

  • Setting up trays, utensils, beverages, and supplies needed for meal service.

  • Delivering meals and snacks to clinical trial participants according to dietary requirements and study schedules.

  • Ensuring accurate labeling, portioning, and timing of meals based on protocol guidelines.

  • Assisting with cleanup, including counters, equipment, dishes, carts, and dining areas.

  • Working with clinical staff to coordinate meal timing around study procedures or restrictions.

  • Providing excellent customer service to participants to ensure a comfortable and positive dining experience.

  • Reporting participant needs or concerns promptly to the clinical team.

  • Supporting general clinic operations with light administrative or participant‑support tasks as needed.

Your Profile

  • Experience in dietary aide, food service, hospitality, senior living, or customer service roles.

  • Strong attention to cleanliness, organization, and food‑safety procedures.

  • Excellent communication, teamwork, and customer service skills.

  • Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment.

  • Professional, reliable, and comfortable interacting with clinical trial participants.

  • Willingness to support flexible scheduling needs based on study activities.

  • No previous clinical experience required — training provided.

Why Join ICON?

  • Be part of a mission‑driven team supporting clinical trials that advance patient health.

  • Gain exposure to the clinical research field with opportunities to learn and grow.

  • Supportive team environment with training provided for all responsibilities.

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Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.


Rewards & Benefits

ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.


Benefits may include:

  • Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
  • Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
  • Retirement and pension plans
  • Life assurance and disability coverage
  • Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
  • Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways

Benefits may vary depending on role and location.


Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.


Inclusion and Accessibility

ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.


If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request here.

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About ICON plc

ICON is an award-winning workplace that enables you to make a difference to patients’ lives by being part of a world-class clinical research organisation that helps deliver new medicines & medical devices that are benefitting patients worldwide. You are also part of a diverse company that cares about our world and is dedicated to conducting business more sustainably and supporting the communities in which we live. If you’re as driven as we are, join us. You’ll be working in a great environment, with some of the brightest and the friendliest people in the sector, and you’ll be helping shape an industry.

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