The National Institute for Medical Research (NIMR) is a Parastatal Organization established by an Act of Parliament No. 23 of 1979 (CAP.59, R.E.2002) and became operational in 1980. NIMR-Mwanza Research Centre is one of the NIMR Centers located in Mwanza region. The Centre is currently conducting research on HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, non-communicable diseases (NCDs) as well as other diseases of public health importance. The National Institute for Medical Research is looking for the qualified, experienced and well-motivated personnel to fill various positions at NIMR Mwanza Centre.
NIMR in collaboration with Rigshospitalet, and the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (LSHTM), is conducting a study to understand the links between infections, malnutrition and early onset of cardiovascular diseases in Tanzania (LINK-CVD study). This study will involve adults who participated in previous cohorts conducted in the years 2016-2025. Based on funding for this study, the institute is inviting applications from motivated and suitably qualified Tanzanian candidates to fill the following positions.
Positions:
1: Clinical Officer (2 posts)
QUALIFICATION AND COMPETENCE
i. Diploma in Medicine from recognized institution and holding a practicing license
from the Medical Council of Tanganyika;
ii. At least two years’ work experience in clinical research;
iii. Excellent written and oral communication skills in Kiswahili and English;
iv. Computer literacy; and
v. Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training
2: Medical Officer (1 post)
QUALIFICATION AND COMPETENCE
i. Degree in Medicine from a recognized institution and holding a practicing license from the Medical Council of Tanganyika;
ii. At least two years’ work experience in clinical research;
iii. Excellent written and oral communication skills in Kiswahili and English;
iv. Computer literacy; and
v. Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training
3: Assistant Nursing Officer (2 posts)
QUALIFICATION AND COMPETENCE
i. A Diploma-level training in nursing from a recognized training institution, and holding a practicing license;
ii. At least two years’ work experience in nursing or clinical research;
iii. Experience in drawing blood for investigations;
iv. Experience in conducting anthropometric measurements;
v. Excellent written and oral communication skills in Kiswahili and English;
vi. Computer literacy; and
vii. Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training
4: Nutritionist (1 post)
QUALIFICATION AND COMPETENCE
i. A Bachelor’s degree in clinical human nutrition or related subject from a recognized institution;
ii. At least two years’ work experience in nursing or clinical research;
iii. Experience in conducting anthropometric measurements;
iv. Excellent written and oral communication skills in Kiswahili and English;
v. Computer literacy; and
vi. Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training
5: Sonographers (3 posts)
QUALIFICATION AND COMPETENCE
i. A diploma holder in diagnostic radiology and must be registered;
ii. At least three years’ relevant experience performing echocardiography and
working in a research project involving human subjects;
iii. Excellent inter-personal skills and willingness to work as a team; and
iv. Certified in Good Clinical Practice (GCP) for the conduct of human research.
 6: Research Assistant (1 post)
QUALIFICATION AND COMPETENCE
i. Holder of a bachelor’s degree in health or health-related fields: Medical
sociology, nursing, and microbiology, or equivalent qualifications from a
recognized institution with a minimum of an upper second class or an overall
minimum grade B+ for unclassified degree.
TERMS OF SERVICE:
One-year contract which may be renewed based on performance and mutual agreement.
DUTY STATION:
The successful candidate will be based at NIMR Mwanza Centre and regularly visits at
study sites.
COMPENSATION:
A competitive salary will be offered to the successful candidate as per project budget.
MODE OF APPLICATION:
i. Application letters should be written in English.
ii. Applicants must attach certified copies of Birth certificate, academic certificates,
and other awards;
iii. Application letters should be attached with a curriculum vitae which includes not
less than two relevant referees’ contacts;
iv. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted; and
Closing date for applications will be 14 days after the first appearance of
this advertisemen A daytime mobile telephone number and e-mail contact details should be included inthe application
All applications should be addressed to:
Director General,
National Institute for Medical Research (NIMR),
P.O.BOX 2016,
Dodoma.
Online submission can be sent through: registry.hq@nimr.or.tz
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