Overview of Catholic University of Health and Allied Sciences (CUHAS)
\nThe Catholic University of Health and Allied Sciences (CUHAS), owned by the Tanzania Episcopal Conference (TEC), provides training for over 3,500 students. CUHAS is currently running programmes in:<\/p>\n
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
\nMaster of Medicine (MMed)
\nMaster in Public Health (MPH)
\nMaster of Science in Pediatric Nursing (M.Sc.PN)
\nMaster of Science in Clinical Microbiology and Molecular Biology (M.Sc. CMMB)
\nDoctor of Medicine (MD)
\nBachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm)
\nBachelor of Science in Nursing Education (B.Sc.NED)
\nBachelor of Science in Nursing (B.Sc.N)
\nBachelor of Medical Laboratory Sciences (BMLS)
\nBachelor of Science in Medical Imaging and Radiotherapy (B.Sc. MIR)
\nDiploma in Pharmaceutical Sciences (DPS)
\nDiploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences (DMLS)
\nDiploma in Diagnostic Radiography (DDR)<\/p>\n
Project Details: PRESHA
\nProject Title: PRESHA \u2013 Preventing Severe Hypertensive Adverse events in Pregnancy and childbirth in Mwanza, Tanzania
\nHypertensive disorders in pregnancy (HDP), such as pre-eclampsia (PE), affect up to 10% of all pregnancies and are currently the leading cause of maternal deaths in many countries in sub-Saharan Africa. PE alone affects 3-5% of pregnancies globally, causing 76,000 women and 500,000 infant deaths annually. In Mwanza Region, Tanzania, PE contributes to 40% of maternal deaths and has a perinatal mortality rate of 20%. Early identification of women at risk and timely prevention and treatment of PE can greatly reduce maternal and perinatal death and disability, which is a core priority in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 3). Global guidelines and models for risk screening, prevention, and management of PE exist. However, several health system barriers impact their implementation in low-resource settings. These include sub-standard quality of antenatal care, lack of risk screening tools, delays in referral, and suboptimal management at referral hospitals.
\nThe purpose of this project is to prevent maternal and perinatal death and disability due to pre-eclampsia (PE) in low-resource settings by improving prediction, prevention, and clinical management.
\nJob Opportunities with PRESHA Project
\nOn behalf of the PACE Project, CUHAS is looking for highly qualified and motivated persons to fill the following temporary positions\/vacancies:
\n\u00a0Position: Temporary Post for Social Science Research Assistant (1 Post)<\/p>\n
Reports to: Principal Investigator and Study Coordinator
\nLocation: Mwanza<\/p>\n
Essential Characteristics:<\/p>\n
Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:<\/p>\n
Education: Bachelor\u2019s degree in public health, social sciences, political sciences, psychology, or related fields.
\nJob experience: Minimum of 1 year of relevant working experience.
\nPrior research experience in (clinical) research studies, maternal health, or pre-eclampsia-related is an asset.
\nCommunication skills: Good communication skills in English (written, oral, comprehension) and Swahili.
\nCertifications (mandatory): Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification (willingness to obtain one).
\nExcellent professional attitude: as displayed by communication with internal and external partners, a high degree of independence, effective response to feedback, and keeping to deadlines.<\/p>\n
Additional Requirements:<\/p>\n
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow protocols.
\nAbility to work in a clinical setting, including hospitals and research labs.
\nAvailability to work flexible hours, depending on study needs.
\nFamiliarity with data collection tools, medical records, and screening protocols.
\nBasic knowledge of data collection software like NVivo, SPSS, REDCap, MS Word\/Excel, Outlook email provider, and Google Docs (preferred with experience, otherwise willingness to learn).<\/p>\n
Duties and Responsibilities:<\/p>\n
Support and assist research activities to be conducted, including interviews and focus group discussions, actively take part in planning, executing, reporting, and analyzing the gathered data.
\nAssist the research team with participant recruitment, screening, and informed consent processes.
\nAssist in study participant follow-ups.
\nMaintain accurate research records and update electronic research databases.
\nAssist with data collection through surveys and interviews, including facilitating the performance of clinical measurements (e.g., blood pressure monitoring, blood sample testing, and urine testing).
\nEnsure compliance with ethical guidelines and research protocols.
\nCollaborate closely with the PRESHA study team, including physicians, nurses, and site coordinators at the included health facilities.
\nSupport the PRESHA researchers and coordinators with any other (administrative and research) tasks, including planning of meetings, supporting the organization of (online or face-to-face) meetings, photocopying of study materials, circulation\/sending of study materials (digital, in person), assisting with transportation of samples, and any other tasks allocated.<\/p>\n
Remuneration:
\nA successful candidate will be remunerated as per the PRESHA Project\u2019s guidelines.
\nApplication Process<\/p>\n
All applicants must be citizens of Tanzania.
\nApplications must be typed in English.
\nAll application letters must be accompanied by a detailed and current Curriculum Vitae, all relevant certificates, and full transcripts.
\nFor applicants who have studied outside Tanzania, a certificate of recognition by TCU must be attached.
\nA recommendation letter from a previous employer or supervisor is required.
\nNames and valid addresses (and phone numbers or emails) of 3 credible referees must be provided.
\nOnly short-listed candidates will be contacted.
\nThe application process will include interviews with PRESHA study members.
\nThe deadline is Monday, 30th June 2025.
\nGovernment employees should not apply.<\/p>\n
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