Job Opportunities at the National Institute for Medical Research (NIMR)
About NIMR:
The National Institute for Medical Research (NIMR) is a government-established parastatal organization operating under Act No. 23 of 1979 (CAP.59, R.E.2002). It has been operational since 1980 and is a leading institution in medical research. The NIMR Mwanza Research Centre, located in Mwanza, specializes in research on HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, non-communicable diseases (NCDs), and other critical public health issues.
NIMR invites qualified, motivated, and experienced individuals to apply for the following positions:
1. Project Coordinator – Parent App for Early Years (1 Position)
Collaborative Study Details:
This project, conducted with the University of Oxford (UK), the University of Stellenbosch (South Africa), and REPSSI, is a feasibility trial on delivering parenting programs through digital platforms to support vulnerable families. The study focuses on caregivers and their children in three age groups:
- Third trimester of pregnancy to 9 months.
- 10 months to 4 years and 11 months.
- 5 years to 9 years.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and pilot data collection tools.
- Train and mentor junior staff, including data collectors.
- Supervise data collection in Dar es Salaam.
- Conduct regular quality checks on data.
- Collaborate with the principal investigator (PI) and the data team for data processing.
- Monitor data for key patterns and insights.
- Draft manuscripts for publication in academic journals.
- Prepare progress and evaluation reports.
- Ensure efficient use of project resources.
- Oversee project workshops and activities.
- Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Requirements:
- Master’s degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, or Early Childhood Development.
- Proven experience in digital intervention research and child development.
- Fluency in English and Kiswahili (written and spoken).
- Strong managerial, organizational, and report-writing skills.
- Track record of publishing research in peer-reviewed journals.
Contract Terms:
- One-year contract, renewable based on performance.
- Duty Station: NIMR Mwanza Centre, with travel to Dar es Salaam.
- Compensation: Competitive and aligned with the project budget.
2. Clinical Officer – Bright-SAM Project (5 Positions)
Project Overview:
In collaboration with Rigshospitalet (Denmark), the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, and the University of Liverpool, NIMR is conducting a trial to evaluate new ready-to-use therapeutic foods (RUTF) and a psychosocial stimulation program for malnourished children in Mwanza.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct clinical examinations.
- Collect clinical data using standardized tools.
- Perform additional study tasks as directed.
Requirements:
- Diploma in Medicine from a recognized institution with a practicing license.
- Minimum two years of clinical research experience.
- Proficiency in Kiswahili and English (spoken and written).
- Computer literacy and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training.
3. Assistant Nursing Officer – Bright-SAM Project (6 Positions)
Responsibilities:
- Perform phlebotomy and clinical assessments.
- Collect anthropometric and blood pressure data.
- Conduct nutritional screening for children.
- Use electronic devices to administer data collection tools.
- Undertake other assigned study tasks.
Requirements:
- Diploma in Nursing with a valid practicing license.
- At least two years of experience in clinical or research settings.
- Skilled in pediatric blood sampling and anthropometric assessments.
- Proficiency in Kiswahili and English (spoken and written).
- Computer literacy and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training.
Application Details:
- Contract Terms: One-year contract, renewable based on performance.
- Duty Station: NIMR Mwanza Centre with site visits as needed.
- Compensation: Competitive, based on the project budget.
Application Procedure:
Interested candidates should submit the following documents:
- A cover letter written in English.
- Certified copies of academic certificates, birth certificate, and other relevant documents.
- An updated CV with contact details of at least two referees.
Submission Deadline: Applications must be submitted by 4:00 PM on 24 January 2025.
Submit Applications to:
Director General
C/O Centre Manager
National Institute for Medical Research (NIMR)
Mwanza Centre,
P.O. Box 1462, Mwanza, Tanzania.
Email Applications to: mwanza@nimr.or.tz (Subject Line: Job Title – Application)
Note:
- Applications must be submitted in English.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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