UDSM Vacancies 2026 – 27 Tutorial Assistant Positions

The University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM) has announced 27 Tutorial Assistant vacancies across various academic disciplines. The opportunities are available to qualified graduates who meet the academic requirements specified for their respective positions. Successful candidates will support teaching, tutorials, practical sessions, research, consultancy, and other academic activities while undertaking postgraduate training where applicable.

These UDSM vacancies provide an opportunity for qualified graduates to begin or develop an academic career at one of Tanzania’s leading higher learning institutions. The advertised positions cover fields including engineering, computer science, medical sciences, agriculture, social sciences, education, journalism, languages, and other specialized areas.

Available UDSM Vacancies 2026

General Duties and Responsibilities

Depending on the specific academic discipline, Tutorial Assistants are generally expected to:

• Understudy senior academic staff by attending lectures, seminars, tutorials, and practical sessions.

  

• Conduct seminars, tutorials, and practical sessions.

• Assist in research, consultancy, and public service activities.

• Undertake postgraduate training for a Master’s degree.

• Perform other relevant duties assigned by the supervisor.

Applicants should carefully review the specific qualifications for their preferred position because academic requirements vary between disciplines.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications through the Recruitment Portal. Applications must be submitted online and not through alternative methods.

Applicants should:

1. Prepare and sign their application letter.

2. Address the signed application letter to:

   The Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic),
   University of Dar es Salaam,
   P.O. Box 35091,
   Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

3. Submit the application through the PSRS Recruitment Portal

4. Ensure that all required information and supporting documents are correctly uploaded.

5. Submit the application before the deadline of 18 August 2026.

All candidates, whether shortlisted or not shortlisted, will be notified through their Ajira Portal accounts.

Application Deadline

The deadline for submitting applications for these UDSM Tutorial Assistant vacancies is 18 August 2026.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to review the requirements for their preferred position and submit their applications through the official Recruitment Portal before the deadline.