St John’s University of Tanzania (SJUT) is a young and dynamic institution aspiring to become a global leader in higher education. Owned by the Anglican Church of Tanzania (ACT), SJUT is committed to promoting a culture of quality, excellence, and integrity grounded in Biblical values. The University seeks to recruit qualified and motivated individuals to provide effective leadership and contribute to its strategic aspirations.
The Chief Mazengo Campus is located in the Kikuyu area of Dodoma, approximately 3.5 km southwest of the town center. More information about the University is available on www.sjut.ac.tz. SJUT invites applications from qualified candidates to fill the following positions:
School of Nursing (SONU)
1. Assistant Lecturer (1 Post)
- Duty Station: SJUT Chief Mazengo Campus – Dodoma
- Reports to: Dean, School of Nursing (SONU)
- Qualifications:
- Master of Science in Nursing or equivalent degree
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- Minimum GPA of 3.5/5.0 at undergraduate level and 4.0/5.0 at Master’s level
- Must be registered with TNMC
- Main Responsibilities:
- Conduct lectures, tutorials, and prepare case studies
- Assist senior faculty in research, consultancy, and special projects
- Supervise undergraduate student projects and practicals
- Participate in curriculum development, workshops, conferences, and faculty training
- Mark and grade examinations and tests
- Promote excellence in all departmental service programs
- Perform any other duties assigned by competent authority
- Tenure: Fixed-term contract of 4 years, renewable based on performance
- Salary: According to SJUT Scheme of Service
2. Tutorial Assistant (2 Posts)
- Duty Station: SJUT Chief Mazengo Campus – Dodoma
- Reports to: Dean, School of Nursing (SONU)
- Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Sciences or Medical Laboratory Sciences and Technology
- Minimum GPA of 3.5/5.0
- Must be registered with relevant authorities (e.g., MeLSAT)
- Experience in tertiary institutions is an advantage
- Main Responsibilities:
- Assist senior staff in lectures, tutorials, and practical sessions
- Support research, consultancy, and outreach activities
- Assist in marking and invigilation
- Participate in curriculum development and departmental service programs
- Perform any other duties assigned
- Tenure: Fixed-term contract of 4 years, renewable
- Salary: According to SJUT Scheme of Service
3. Medical Laboratory Technician – MLT (1 Post)
- Duty Station: SJUT Chief Mazengo Campus – Dodoma
- Reports to: Dean, School of Nursing (SONU)
- Qualifications:
- Ordinary Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology or Medical Laboratory Sciences
- Minimum GPA of 3.0/5.0
- Main Responsibilities:
- Supervise practical duties for medical laboratory students
- Assist in repair and maintenance of laboratory facilities
- Support research, consultancy, and service activities
- Perform other assigned duties
- Tenure: Fixed-term contract of 4 years, renewable
- Salary: According to SJUT Scheme of Service
Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences (FaNAS)
Laboratory Technician – Chemistry (1 Post)
- Duty Station: SJUT Chief Mazengo Campus – Dodoma
- Reports to: Dean, Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences (FaNAS)
- Qualifications:
- Ordinary Diploma in Laboratory Technology or Laboratory Sciences
- Minimum GPA of 3.0/5.0
- Main Responsibilities:
- Supervise practical duties for chemistry students
- Assist in repair and maintenance of laboratory facilities
- Support research, consultancy, and service activities
- Perform other assigned duties
- Tenure: Fixed-term contract of 4 years, renewable
- Salary: According to SJUT Scheme of Service
Application Instructions
Interested candidates should submit a complete application package including:
- Application letter
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) with three referees and their contact details
- Certified copies of certificates (Degree/Diploma, academic transcripts, secondary school certificates)
Submission Deadline: Friday, 27th February 2026, by 04:00 p.m.
Submission Address:
Vice Chancellor
St John’s University of Tanzania
1 St John Road, 41111 North Kikuyu | P.O Box 47, Dodoma, Tanzania
Tel: 0677-086 095
Email: admin@sjut.ac.tz OR hr@sjut.ac.tz
Important Notes:
- Testimonials, provisional results, statement of results, and Form IV & VI result slips will not be accepted.
- Applicants with foreign qualifications must provide evidence of recognition by TCU, NACTVET, or NECTA.
- For email applications, indicate the job title in the subject line and attach only 2 files: (1) application letter & CV, (2) academic certificates.
