Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS) is recruiting for Project Coordinator in Dar es salaam. Applications close on 2026-10-12.
About the opportunity
• The Probiotic Study is a Hybrid Type II effectiveness-implementation research study led by MUHAS through the Department of Paediatrics and Child Health. • The study will evaluate whether multistrain probiotic supplementation — Labinic Drops, containing B. infantis, L. acidophilus NCFM, and B. bifidum Bb-06 — can be effectively and safely delivered within routine neonatal care for low birth weight (LBW), late preterm and term infants across nine health facilities in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. • A total of 5,810 neonates will be enrolled across three hub-and-spoke clusters: • Temeke Cluster: Temeke RRH, Mbagala Rangi Tatu DH and Yombo Vituka HC • Ilala Cluster: Amana RRH, Kivule DH and Buguruni HC
What you’ll need
- Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Holder of a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Bachelor of Surgery from a recognized university.
- Must possess a one-year Internship Certificate.
- Must be registered with the Medical Council of Tanganyika and possess a valid practising licence.
- Must possess a Good Clinical Practice (GCP/ICH-E6 R2) certificate, or be willing to obtain the certification before commencement of the study.
- Minimum of three (3) years of clinical or research experience in maternal, newborn or child health.
How to apply
Application Instructions A signed application letter should be written in either Swahili or English and 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 How to Apply All applications must be submitted via email to: [email protected] Applicants should submit one merged PDF file containing the required application documents. The position applied for should be clearly indicated in the email subject and application letter. Applicants are advised to ensure that their email address and mobile telephone number are correctly written and active. Application Deadline: 12th October 2026 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. Released by: Vice Chancellor Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS)
Before you apply
- Read the original notice and confirm eligibility.
- Prepare your CV and the documents requested.
- Check the deadline and keep proof of submission.
Application details
Contact: Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS)
Last checked: 2 Oct 2026
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