SOKOINE UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE
MOROGORO
JOB OPPORTUNITY
Qualified Tanzanians are invited to apply for the following vacant positions at the SUA-APOPO Rodent Research Project. Applicants must submit the following:
- Application letter with names and addresses of three referees
- Certified copies of academic certificates
- Birth certificate
- A signed and updated CV with NIDA number
- Any other relevant testimonials
Applications should be addressed to the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Planning, Finance, and Administration), P.O. Box 3000, Chuo Kikuu, Morogoro and must be received no later than two weeks from the date of this advertisement. The deadline for submitting the application is 04 October 2024
Job type: Full-time
POSITION: Research Trainee (Junior Behavioral Researcher) – 1 Post, Morogoro
Position Summary:
The Junior Behavioral Researcher, part of APOPO’s Innovation Team, will support research activities involving African giant pouched rats (Cricetomys ansorgei). This includes research planning, odor sample preparation, data collection, and analysis, as well as rat training, handling, and feeding.
Education, Skills, and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Laboratory Technology, Biomedical Engineering, Animal Science or related field with a minimum GPA of 3.5
- General computer skills: typing, email, and software management
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Prior research experience and experience with statistical analysis software
- Fluency in English and Swahili (spoken and written)
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Participate in team meetings, data collection, and analysis
- Assist in behavioral experiments with rats
- Feed, handle, and conduct routines with rats
- Draft research manuscripts
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Age: Not above 45 years old
Additional Information:
Salary: As per Treasury Registrar’s Circular No. 6 of 2022
Terms of Contract: 1-year contract (includes a 6-month probation period), renewable based on performance and funding
Note: Only qualified applicants will be considered.
How to Apply:
This is Full-time Job, Applicants interested in the positions at Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA) – APOPO Rodent Research Project should follow the steps below:
- Prepare Application Documents:
- Application Letter: Address the letter to the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Planning, Finance, and Administration).
- Referees: Provide names and contact details of three referees.
- Certified Copies: Attach certified copies of all relevant academic certificates.
- Birth Certificate: Include a copy of your birth certificate.
- Updated CV: Submit a signed and updated CV with your NIDA number and other testimonials.
- Address for Submission: All applications should be sent to:
Deputy Vice Chancellor (Planning, Finance, and Administration) P.O. Box 3000 Chuo Kikuu Morogoro, Tanzania.
- Submission Deadline:
Ensure that your application reaches the university no later than two weeks from the date of this advertisement. - Application Mode:
- Applications should be submitted in hard copy format and sent to the above postal address.
- Selection Criteria:
Only qualified applicants will be considered for the positions.
The deadline for submitting the application is 04 October 2024
