Job Overview
Employer: Taasisi ya Chakula na Lishe Tanzania (TFNC)
Advert reference: Ajira #13320
Role: RESEARCH ASSISTANT (MEDICINE)
Open posts: 2 positions
Published: 22 March 2026
Deadline: 04 April 2026
Salary scale: PRSS 1
Duties and Responsibilities
- To assist in the field data collection, Computer data entry, and analysis and gathering of relevant literature under the close supervision of Senior Researchers;
- To assist in disseminating food and nutrition information including Publications, Mass media, Interpersonal communication, educational programs, public service announcements, preparation of printed materials and online resources;
- To prepare and submit a technical report to the respective Supervisor;
- To prepare and submit a draft manuscript, books, technical reports, training materials, guidelines, and protocol for publication to the respective Supervisor for review;
- To assist in drafting guidelines, data collection tools and protocols;
- To make a presentation of the research findings at local seminars and workshops;
- To conduct literature, search, and prepare research materials for writing research manuscripts, books, technical reports, training materials, guidelines, and protocol for publications;
- To train and supervise other Junior Researchers;
- To assist in preparing research progress reports according to the respective work plans;
- To assist in the planning of specific research projects;
- To assist in preparing fundable research proposals and Consultancies; and
- To perform any other official duties as may be assigned by one’s supervisor
Qualifications
Holder of a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of upper second class (or an overall minimum pass of grade B+ for a classified Degree (Doctor of Medicine) in Medicine from a recognized Institution.
How to Apply
Submit your application through the official Ajira Portal. Use the advert reference above if the portal opens at the vacancies list.