The Catholic University of Health and Allied Sciences (CUHAS), owned by the Tanzania Episcopal Conference (TEC), provides training for over 3,500 students. CUHAS currently offers the following programs:
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Master of Medicine (MMed), Master of Public Health (MPH), Master of Science in Pediatric Nursing (MSc.PN), Master of Science in Clinical Microbiology and Diagnostic Molecular Biology (MSc.CMDMB), Master of Science in Epidemiology and Biostatistics (MSc.EB), Doctor of Medicine (MD), Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm), Bachelor of Science in Nursing Education (BSc.NE), Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSc.N), Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Sciences (BMLS), Bachelor of Science in Medical Imaging and Radiotherapy (BSc.MIR), Diploma in Pharmaceutical Sciences (DPS), Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences (DMLS), and Diploma in Diagnostic Radiography (DDR).
CUHAS is seeking highly qualified and motivated individuals to fill the following positions:
Job type: Full-time
1. The Weill Bugando School of Medicine
1.1 Lecturer Positions
- Department of General Surgery – 2 Posts
- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma – 3 Posts
- Department of Paediatrics and Child Health – 2 Posts
- Department of Internal Medicine (Sengerema) – 1 Post
- Department of Radiology – 1 Post
Qualifications:
- Master of Medicine (MMed) or equivalent degree with a GPA of 4.0 and above or with an average of B+ grade from a recognized Institution plus a GPA of 3.5 and above from undergraduate studies.
- Must be registered by respective Council/Board.
- Teaching experience of 2 years is an added advantage.
General Attributes:
- Adherence to professional ethics and conduct.
- Ability to design, set, administer, and supervise different assessment items.
- Ability to recognize students having difficulties, intervene, and provide help and support.
- Ability to mark student scripts and coursework assessment items and provide feedback.
- Computer skills and application.
- Ability to prepare and deliver own teaching materials.
- Potential to be a good role model and steer students towards dedication to learning, creativity, and problem-solving.
- Ability to carry out independent research and provide feedback.
- Ability to supervise research and other knowledge-generating activities.
- Adaptability, flexibility, and stress resistance.
- Personal organization and planning skills.
- Ability to work in a team and independently.
- Ability to work under minimum supervision.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Main Purpose of the Post:
- Effective teaching.
- Knowledge advancement through research.
- Delivery of quality services.
- Effective realization of the institution’s mission.
- Key Functions:
Teaching:
- Deliver face-to-face teaching including lectures, small group tutorials, seminars, and bedside teaching (where appropriate) across a range of backgrounds of students including undergraduates, postgraduates, and interns.
- Participate in preparing and organizing the undergraduate and postgraduate core teaching and assessment programs, including journal clubs.
- Develop online teaching material and other online resources.
- Develop and implement new and innovative teaching methods that encourage student participation and problem-solving.
- Create content that reflects changes in research.
- Participate in curriculum reform as necessary in the context of expanding medical knowledge.
- Actively take part in developing new courses.
- Promote integrated teaching for medical and other students during lectures, tutorials, and clinical teaching.
- Take part in University examinations by preparing and administering exam questions, participating in viva voce, and marking exam papers and students’ coursework.
- Strive for the holistic development of the student by providing sound knowledge and the highest analytical ability.
- Instill in the student a concern for ethical and moral values.
- Undertake a pastoral role by acting as an academic advisor to students.
Research:
- Conduct high-quality research in areas of specialization and interest and actively contribute to the institution’s research profile.
- Take advantage of locally available research funds to conduct research of national priority.
- Pursue external funding where possible.
- Publish at least one paper a year in high-impact professional and scientific journals.
- Develop and maintain a competitive research group in a recognized area of research in health and allied sciences.
- Supervise and guide students as well as junior staff members of the Department in research projects involving health sciences.
- Develop an educational research portfolio in areas relating to local needs and study for a higher degree in medical education.
- Disseminate research findings both nationally and internationally.
- Collaborate with colleagues in other institutions of higher learning in research.
Clinical Service and Teaching:
- Participate in the delivery of services in areas of specialization.
- Maintain active registration to practice medicine as regulated by the Medical Council and perform clinical duties.
- Ensure that students master the art of history taking, physical examination, investigation, tentative diagnosis, and possible treatment.
- Supervise case assignments to medical students, residents, and AMOs, including signing off charts as necessary.
- Ensure proper patient examination, appropriate diagnostic tests, and patient record-keeping.
- Provide supervision and assistance to junior staff and students during complicated procedures.
- Instruct and counsel patients about prescribed regimens and procedures to be undertaken.
- Participate in internal quality control within the area of specialization.
- Ensure continuity in hospital in-patient management.
- Conduct admission rounds and participate in ethical conduct befitting a health provider.
Student and Staff Administration:
- Participate in departmental administrative tasks such as student admissions, induction courses, departmental committees, and faculty board meetings.
- Manage and supervise junior staff and be prepared to take up the role of head of department if required.
- Participate in departmental and professional conferences and seminars and contribute to these as necessary.
- Establish collaborative links outside the University with industrial, commercial, and public organizations and institutions of higher learning.
- Ensure accessibility to students during office hours and notify peers or the head of department of your whereabouts if otherwise unavailable.
- Observe university policies and procedures.
- Provide performance appraisals or confidential reports as required.
- Assist in identifying internal and external examiners for courses under your care.
1.2 Tutorial Assistant (Department of Anatomy and Histology) – 1 Post
Qualifications:
- A holder of an MD or equivalent degree and score of at least B in the relevant subject and a GPA of at least 3.5.
- Must be registered by respective Councils/Boards.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conduct tutorials for undergraduate students.
- Supervise seminars.
- Teach certificates and diploma courses.
- Mark non-assessed coursework assignments and provide feedback.
- Address student queries about module content and delivery.
- Supervise student work where appropriate.
- Ensure proper preparation of materials and equipment during classes.
- Assist in assembling and dismantling laboratory apparatus.
- Collaborate with other demonstrators and tutorial assistants to ensure effective running of practical classes.
- Perform any other duties assigned from time to time.
1.3 Laboratory Technologist (Department of Biochemistry/Physiology) – 1 Post
Qualifications:
- Holder of a Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences (DMLS) or equivalent from a recognized institution.
- Must be registered by respective Councils/Boards.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Carry out specified tasks related to research, laboratory practicals, student projects, consultancy, and services.
- Assist in the repair and maintenance of laboratory or workshop facilities.
- Assist senior staff in relevant fields of operation.
- Perform any other roles assigned by supervisors.
2. The School of Public Health
2.1 Assistant Lecturer (Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics) – 1 Post
Qualifications:
- A holder of a Master’s Degree in Biostatistics/Applied Statistics/Medical Statistics or equivalent degree with a GPA of 4.0 and above or with an average of B+ grade from a recognized institution, plus a GPA of 3.5 and above from undergraduate studies.
- Must be registered by respective Councils/Boards.
- Teaching experience of 2 years is an added advantage.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conduct lectures, seminars, tutorials, and practical sessions for undergraduate programs.
- Assist senior staff in practical sessions, seminars, and tutorials for postgraduate programs.
- Prepare case studies.
- Collaborate with senior members of staff on specific projects.
- Supervise special projects for undergraduate students.
- Conduct and publish research results.
- Assist in writing teaching manuals and compendia.
- Attend workshops, conferences, and symposia.
- Perform any other duties assigned by relevant authorities.
2.2 Lecturer (Department of Environmental and Occupational Health) – 1 Post
Qualifications:
- A holder of a PhD from a recognized institution with a Master’s Degree in Environmental & Occupational Health with a GPA of 4.0 and above or an average grade of B+ performance, and a Bachelor Degree with a GPA of 3.5.
- Must be registered by respective Councils/Boards.
- Teaching experience of 2 years is an added advantage.
General Attributes:
- Adherence to professional ethics and conduct.
- Ability to design, set, administer, and supervise different assessment items.
- Ability to recognize students having difficulties, intervene, and provide help and support.
- Ability to mark student scripts and coursework assessment items and provide feedback.
- Computer skills and application.
- Ability to prepare and deliver teaching materials.
- Potential to be a good role model and steer students toward dedication to learning, creativity, and problem-solving.
- Ability to carry out independent research and provide feedback.
- Ability to supervise research and other knowledge-generating activities.
- Adaptability, flexibility, and stress resistance.
- Personal organization and planning skills.
- Ability to work in a team and independently.
- Ability to work under minimum supervision.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Main Purpose of the Post:
- Effective teaching.
- Knowledge advancement through research.
- Delivery of quality services.
- Effective realization of the institution’s mission.
- Key Functions:
- Teaching: Deliver face-to-face teaching including lectures, small group tutorials, seminars, and bedside teaching across a range of backgrounds of students including undergraduates, postgraduates, and interns.
- Participate in the preparation and organization of the undergraduate and postgraduate core teaching and assessment programs, including journal clubs.
- Develop online teaching material and other online resources.
- Develop and implement innovative teaching methods that encourage student participation and problem-solving.
- Actively participate in curriculum reform as necessary in the context of expanding medical knowledge.
- Take part in university exams by preparing and administering exam questions, participating in viva voce, and marking exam papers and students’ coursework.
- Strive for the holistic development of the student by providing sound knowledge and the highest analytical ability.
- Instill in the student a concern for ethical and moral values.
- Undertake a pastoral role as an academic advisor to students.
- Research: Conduct high-quality research in areas of specialization and actively contribute to the institution’s research profile.
- Seek external funding and publish at least one paper annually in high-impact professional and scientific journals.
- Supervise and guide students and junior staff in research.
- Disseminate research findings nationally and internationally.
- Collaborate with colleagues in other institutions in research.
- Student and Staff Administration: Participate in departmental administrative tasks such as student admissions, induction courses, and faculty board meetings.
- Supervise junior staff and serve as head of the department if required.
- Attend departmental conferences and seminars, and establish collaborative links with external institutions.
3. The School of Pharmacy
3.1 Tutorial Assistant (Pharmaceutics) – 1 Post
Qualifications:
- A holder of a Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm) or equivalent degree with a score of at least B in the relevant subject and a GPA of 3.5 and above.
- Must be registered by respective Councils/Boards.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conduct tutorials for undergraduate students.
- Supervise seminars.
- Teach certificate and diploma courses.
- Mark non-assessed coursework assignments and provide feedback.
- Address student queries about module content and delivery.
- Supervise students’ work where appropriate.
- Ensure materials and equipment for classes are prepared.
- Assist in the assembling and dismantling of laboratory apparatus.
- Collaborate with other demonstrators to ensure practical classes run effectively.
- Perform any other duties assigned by the head of the department.
3.2 Tutorial Assistant (Pharmacognosy) – 1 Post
Qualifications:
- A holder of a Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm) or equivalent degree with a score of at least B in the relevant subject and a GPA of 3.5 and above.
- Must be registered by respective Councils/Boards.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conduct tutorials for undergraduate students.
- Supervise seminars.
- Teach certificate and diploma courses.
- Mark non-assessed coursework assignments and provide feedback.
- Address student queries about module content and delivery.
- Supervise students’ work where appropriate.
- Ensure materials and equipment for classes are prepared.
- Assist in the assembling and dismantling of laboratory apparatus.
- Collaborate with other demonstrators to ensure practical classes run effectively.
- Perform any other duties assigned from time to time.
4. Institute of Allied Health Sciences
4.1 Tutor Positions
- School of Medical Laboratory Sciences – 1 Post
- School of Diagnostic Radiography – 3 Posts
Qualifications:
- Holder of a Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences/Medical Imaging or equivalent qualifications with a score of at least B in the relevant subject plus a GPA of 3.5 and above.
- Must be registered by the respective Councils/Boards.
General Attributes:
- Adherence to professional ethics and conduct.
- Ability to design, set, administer, and supervise different assessment items.
- Ability to recognize students having difficulties, intervene, and provide help and support.
- Ability to mark student scripts and coursework assessment items and provide feedback.
- Computer skills and application.
- Ability to prepare and deliver teaching materials.
- Potential to be a good role model and steer students toward learning, creativity, and problem-solving.
- Adaptability, flexibility, and stress resistance.
- Personal organization and planning skills.
- Ability to work in a team and independently.
- Ability to work under minimum supervision.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Teach diploma students.
- Conduct tutorials and supervise seminars for undergraduate students.
- Prepare materials and equipment required for practical exercises and class sessions.
- Conduct practical exercises for students in the department under close supervision.
- Assist in all technical duties requiring a higher degree of planning, design, and organization for diploma and undergraduate students.
- Assist in research and development activities, including consultancy activities.
- Plan and supervise the maintenance of laboratory facilities/equipment.
- Assist seniors in administrative duties.
- Perform any other assignments as may be assigned by seniors.
4.2 Laboratory Attendant III – 1 Post
Qualifications:
- Holder of a National Form IV/VI Certificate with passes in English and Kiswahili.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Clean and tidy offices, house, library, and surroundings.
- Collect and deliver letters.
- Dispatch letters.
- Transmit official documents within the institute.
- Carry machinery/equipment.
- Prepare and serve tea/coffee.
- Perform any other related duties assigned by the supervising officer.
4.3 Senior Administrative Assistant – 2 Posts
Qualifications:
- Holder of a Diploma in Public Administration, Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Sociology, Industrial Relations, Law, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized university.
General Attributes:
- Adherence to professional ethics and conduct.
- Computer skills and application.
- Adaptability, flexibility, and stress resistance.
- Personal organization and planning skills.
- Ability to work in a team and independently.
- Ability to work under minimum supervision.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Organize, supervise, and manage the operations of the authority.
- Coordinate the completion of annual budget proposals.
- Control disbursements from the operating budget.
- Take and maintain minutes of directorates and management committee meetings.
- Resolve discrepancies in periodic budget reports with the finance office.
- Organize and supervise supporting staff services for the institute.
- Recruit, select, and appoint candidates to vacant positions in liaison with the personnel office.
- Ensure adequate insurance coverage for existing general policies.
- Maintain records of current insurance policies issued to the university.
- Participate in performance appraisals of supporting staff.
- Establish standards for the quality of work of supporting staff.
- Propose policy governing work priorities.
- Recommend disciplinary action for administrative staff.
- Orient and train new staff.
- Provide consultative services to the university on the administration and interpretation of the University Service Regulations, Public Service Act, and Regulation.
- Monitor implementation of security and cleanliness activities.
- Draft internal circulars, letters, and internal memoranda for official use.
- Handle correspondences pertaining to administrative issues.
- Perform any other duties related to work as assigned by superiors.
Remuneration
Successful candidates will be offered competitive packages and benefits in accordance with their qualifications and experience as per the CUHAS Scheme of Service.
How to Apply:
- All applicants must be Tanzanian citizens.
- Submit applications in English, including a detailed CV, certificates, and transcripts.
- For foreign certificates, TCU recognition must be attached.
- Provide contact details of 3 referees.
- Applications sent via email should be submitted as a single PDF document.
- These are Full-time Job
Application Deadline: Friday, 11th October 2024, at 04:30 PM.
Submit Applications To:
Vice Chancellor,
Catholic University of Health and Allied Sciences (CUHAS)
P.O. BOX 1464, Mwanza, Tanzania
Or via Email: [email protected]
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