Vacancies at Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences October 2026
In order to assist the Probiotic Study within the Department of Paediatrics and Child Health, Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS) has offered 44 project-based employment opportunities for eligible Tanzanian candidates.
The positions are available for medical, nursing, midwifery, clinical medicine, research, and health program workers. Successful applicants will be successful applicants will be employed on a full-enged.
MUHAS Jobs 2026 – Available Vacancies
| Position | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Project Coordinator | 1 |
| District Coordinator | 1 |
| District Assistant Coordinator | 2 |
| Research Data Collection Officer | 14 |
| Research Data Collection Assistant | 13 |
| Total | 31 |
Note: Based on the vacancy details provided, the listed positions total 31 posts, not 44.
About the MUHAS Probiotic Study
The Probiotic Study is a Hybrid Type II effectiveness-implementation research project led by Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS) through the Department of Paediatrics and Child Health.
The study will assess whether multistrain probiotic supplementation using Labinic Drops can be safely and effectively incorporated into routine neonatal care for low-birth-weight (LBW) late-preterm and term infants.
The research will be conducted across nine health facilities in three Dar es Salaam districts, namely:
- Temeke: Temeke Regional Referral Hospital (RRH), Mbagala Rangi Tatu District Hospital (DH), and Yombo Vituka Health Centre (HC)
- Ilala: Amana RRH, Kivule DH, and Buguruni HC
- Kinondoni: Mwananyamala RRH, Mabwepande DH, and Sinza HC
The study aims to enroll approximately 5,810 neonates across the three hub-and-spoke clusters.
1. Project Coordinator – 1 Post
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The Project Coordinator will be responsible for overseeing the overall implementation of the study across all nine participating facilities.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing the overall study conduct across the nine facilities throughout the 24-month study period.
- Supervising the three District Coordinators.
- Coordinating field-level study activities.
- Ensuring compliance with the study protocol and approved amendments.
- Overseeing the supply chain of Labinic Drops across all facilities.
- Working with the Data Manager to review monthly data quality reports.
- Coordinating study activities with the dispatch system for adherence monitoring.
- Managing Serious Adverse Event (SAE) escalation to the Principal Investigator.
- Performing other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Experience
Applicants should:
- Hold a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Bachelor of Surgery from a recognized university.
- Have a one-year Internship Certificate.
- Be registered with the Medical Council of Tanganyika and possess a valid practising licence.
- Have a Good Clinical Practice (GCP/ICH-E6 R2) certificate, or be willing to obtain one before the study begins.
- Have at least three years of clinical or research experience in maternal, newborn, or child health.
- A relevant Master’s degree will be an added advantage.
2. District Coordinator – 1 Post
The District Coordinator will serve as the primary operational lead for study implementation within the assigned district.
Main Responsibilities
- Coordinate study implementation across one hub and two spoke facilities.
- Conduct monthly supervisory visits.
- Supervise and mentor Research Nurses.
- Monitor Labinic Drops stock levels and product integrity.
- Ensure REDCap data quality.
- Coordinate cold-chain documentation for laboratory samples.
- Ensure timely reporting of Adverse Events and Serious Adverse Events.
- Maintain working relationships with Medical Officers-in-Charge.
- Perform other related duties.
Qualifications
Applicants should have:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Doctor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, Nursing, or Midwifery.
- Certificate of Internship.
- Registration with the relevant professional council.
- Valid practising licence.
- At least two years of relevant experience in clinical research, public health research, or health programme coordination.
- Valid GCP certification or willingness to undergo GCP training.
3. District Assistant Coordinators – 2 Posts
Qualifications
Applicants should possess:
- A Diploma in Clinical Medicine, Nursing, or Midwifery from a recognized institution.
- Registration with the relevant professional council.
- A valid practising licence.
- At least two years of relevant experience in clinical research, public health research, or health programme coordination.
- A valid GCP certificate or willingness to undergo GCP training.
Duties
The District Assistant Coordinators will support district-level implementation, including facility supervision, Research Nurse support, stock monitoring, REDCap data quality, laboratory sample documentation, adverse-event reporting, and coordination with facility management.
4. Research Data Collection Officer – 14 Posts
Key Responsibilities
Research Data Collection Officers will be involved in identifying and enrolling eligible low-birth-weight neonates and conducting follow-up activities.
Duties include:
- Identifying eligible LBW neonates from daily delivery registers.
- Completing REDCap screening and eligibility forms.
- Conducting informed consent procedures.
- Administering the first dose of Labinic Drops.
- Training caregivers on home administration and diary completion.
- Conducting follow-up visits at 6 weeks, 10 weeks, 14 weeks, 9 months, and 18 months.
- Screening enrolled neonates for signs of possible serious bacterial infection.
- Collecting stool and blood samples from selected sub-cohort participants.
- Conducting ASQ-3 neurodevelopmental assessments.
- Completing REDCap data entry accurately and in real time.
- Reporting Adverse Events and Serious Adverse Events.
- Attending study-related training and clinical meetings.
Qualifications
Applicants should:
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Doctor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery, Nursing, or Midwifery.
- Have a Certificate of Internship.
- Be registered with the relevant professional council.
- Possess a valid practising licence.
- Have at least two years of relevant experience.
- Possess a valid GCP certificate or be willing to undergo GCP training.
5. Research Data Collection Assistant – 13 Posts
Qualifications
Applicants should hold a:
- Diploma in Clinical Medicine, Nursing, or Midwifery from a recognized institution.
- Be registered with the relevant professional council.
- Possess a valid practising licence.
- Have at least two years of relevant experience in clinical research, public health research, or health programme coordination.
- Have a valid GCP certificate or be willing to undergo GCP training.
Key Duties
The Research Data Collection Assistant will support neonatal screening, participant enrolment, administration of Labinic Drops, caregiver education, follow-up visits, PSBI screening, sample collection, ASQ-3 assessments, REDCap data entry, and reporting of Adverse Events and Serious Adverse Events.
MUHAS Jobs 2026 – Employment Terms
These are full-time, project-based contractual positions for two years.
Successful candidates will receive a competitive remuneration package according to the respective position.
General Application Requirements
All applicants must:
- Be Tanzanian citizens aged not above 45 years.
- Submit an up-to-date CV with reliable contact details.
- Clearly indicate the position being applied for in the application letter.
- Attach certified/relevant copies of academic and professional certificates.
- Attach Form IV and Form VI certificates where applicable.
- Attach relevant transcripts.
- Attach professional registration certificates where applicable.
- Attach one recent passport-size photograph and a copy of the birth certificate.
- Provide details of three reputable referees with reliable contacts.
- Ensure certificates obtained outside Tanzania are verified by the relevant authorities.
- Be prepared to work shifts, including weekends, where required.
- Be comfortable with electronic data entry and basic tablet use.
Form IV and Form VI result slips are not accepted.
Women are highly encouraged to apply.
How to Apply for MUHAS Jobs 2026
Applicants should prepare a signed application letter in English or Swahili addressed to:
The Director of Administration and Human Resource Management
Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS)
P.O. Box 65001
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Applications must be submitted via email to:
Applicants are required to submit one merged PDF file containing the application documents.
Application Deadline
12 October 2026
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Important Note for Applicants
Applicants should ensure that their email addresses and mobile phone numbers are correctly written and active. Applicants should also apply based strictly on the information and qualifications provided in the official vacancy announcement.
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