Midlands State University Is Hiring: Research Assistant – Executive Director’s Office (1 Post)

# Research Assistant (1 Post) | Midlands State University Midlands State University (MSU) invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced persons for the position of Research Assistant - Executive Director’s Office at the Tugwi Mukosi Multidisciplinary Research Institute (TMMRI). **This is a re-advertisement.** ## Academic Qualifications - First degree in Rural and Urban Development, or Rural Development, or Agrobusiness Management and Entrepreneurship, with at least a 2.1 pass. - At least two (2) years’ post-graduate experience in a research environment. ## Duties and Responsibilities - Data collection and management: Gathering data, entering, cleaning and managing databases for accuracy. - Conducting Literature reviews: Searching for, reviewing and summarising published literature related to the research topics. - Analysis and Reporting: Performing data analysis, preparing reports, presentations and manuscripts for publication. - Administration: Manging project related correspondence, monitoring budgets and attending project meetings. - Land/ Field Operations: Maintain lab equipment, preparing samples. - Grant proposal writing: Preparing persuasive proposals to secure funding for specific projects. - Performing other duties as instructed, if essential to the research activities of the Institute. ## How to Apply Applicants must submit an application letter, certified copies of certificates, transcripts, national identification and Curriculum Vitae giving full personal particulars including full names, date of birth, qualifications, experience, present salary, date of availability, contact details, names and addresses of three referees addressed to the Deputy Registrar - Human Resource. The application pack should be sent as a single merged PDF file to: Email: **academicrecruitment@staff.msu.ac.zw** **The subject line should be labelled with the post being applied for.** ### Important Notes - Applications that do not strictly adhere to the above submission guidelines will be automatically disqualified. - Only shortlisted candidates shall be communicated to. - Candidates who hold international qualifications are required to provide a ZIMCHE qualifications assessment report. - Midlands State University is an equal opportunities employer. In the interest of promoting gender parity, female candidates are encouraged to apply. **Closing Date: 01 November 2026** **Official Vacancy: Research Assistant - Executive Director’s Office | MSU**