RESEARCH ASSISTANT (MEDICINE) at Taasisi ya Chakula na Lishe Tanzania (TFNC)

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

1. To assist in the field data collection, Computer data entry, and analysis and 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 prepare and submit a technical report to the respective Supervisor;
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 assist in drafting guidelines, data collection tools and protocols;
6.  To make a presentation of the research findings at local seminars and workshops;
7.  To conduct literature, search, and prepare research materials for writing research manuscripts, books, technical reports, training materials, guidelines, and protocol for publications;
8.  To train and supervise other Junior Researchers;
9.  To assist in preparing research progress reports according to the respective work plans;
10.  To assist in the planning of specific research projects;
11. To assist in preparing fundable research proposals and Consultancies; and
12.  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.