# RESEARCH OFFICER II (FOOD SCIENCE) at Taasisi ya Chakula na Lishe Tanzania (TFNC)

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- Published: 2026-05-20T14:31:26+00:00
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## Job Overview

**Employer:** Taasisi ya Chakula na Lishe Tanzania (TFNC)

**Advert reference:** Ajira #13319

**Role:** RESEARCH OFFICER II (FOOD SCIENCE)

**Open posts:** 1 position

**Published:** 22 March 2026

**Deadline:** 04 April 2026

**Salary scale:** PRSS 2

## Duties and Responsibilities

 1.   To perform field data collection, Computer data entry, and analysis, and in a
     gathering of relevant literature under the close supervision of Senior Researchers;
 2.   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;
 3.   To undertake specific research activities with less supervision from Senior Researchers
     or Team Leaders;
 4.   To prepare and submit a draft manuscript, books, technical reports, training 
     materials, guidelines, and protocol for publication to the respective Supervisor
     for review;
 5.   To train and supervise Junior Researchers;
 6.   To assist in preparing research progress reports according to the respective 
     work plans;
 7.   To assist in the planning of specific research projects;
 8.   To assist in preparing fundable research proposals and Consultancy; and
 9.   To perform any other official duties as may be assigned by one’s supervisor.

## Qualifications

Holder of a Master’s Degree with a minimum of upper second class at a Bachelor’s
Degree (or an overall minimum pass of grade B+ for a classified Degree such as Doctor
of Medicine) in one of the following: Food Biotechnology, Food Engineering, Food
Safety, Food Science, Food Science and Technology, Food-Technology 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.