PHD Full Time Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Sep 2026

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Research & Development Specialist

at Halter

This is a Full time job

Morrinsville, Waikato

$90,000 – $110,000 per year

Work for a kiwi startup creating innovative, world first technology
Opportunity for rapid development and career progression
Unlimited leave, RSU, free office snacks & a yearly growth fund

Roles like this don't come around often! Join a great team based at our R&D Office in Morrinsville!

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

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Kaimanaaki Mātanga Rangahau | Advisor, Expert Advice

at Royal Society of New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Thorndon, Wellington(Hybrid)

A supportive work environment, with a friendly team culture
Contribute to a meaningful, not-for-profit kaupapa
Free carparking in the central city

Do you want to make a difference to New Zealand and care about evidence-based policy and advice?

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

Featured

Listed four days ago

Postdoctoral Fellow - Department of Mathematics - 12 months fixed

at The University of Auckland

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$92,213 per year

Ongoing professional development opportunities
Excellent location
Competitive superannuation scheme and Employee benefits

Looking for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join the Marsden-funded research project, “Quantifying energy dependence phenomena for rough scatterers”

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

4d ago

Listed two days ago

Research & Development Specialist

at Halter

This is a Full time job

Morrinsville, Waikato

$90,000 – $110,000 per year

Work for a kiwi startup creating innovative, world first technology
Opportunity for rapid development and career progression
Unlimited leave, RSU, free office snacks & a yearly growth fund

Roles like this don't come around often! Join a great team based at our R&D Office in Morrinsville!

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

2d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Postdoctoral researcher

at Bodeker Scientific Ltd

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$84,000 per year

Post-doctoral researcher to develop machine-learning models and control algorithms for adaptive façade systems.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

25d ago•Expiring

Listed nineteen days ago

Senior Research Technologist

at Zethos

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Work on technology with real commercial and environmental impact
Be part of a close, collaborative research team with strong technical depth
Drive your research with autonomy, creative solutions and accountability

Unlock metal recovery through science. Synthesize research across processes: conduct experiments, identify priorities, and drive technical strategy.

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

19d ago

Listed four days ago

AI Engineer (Auckland or Wellington)

at Acumen Consulting

This is a Full time job

Penrose, Auckland(Hybrid)

Build AI people actually use, and help shape the engineering behind it.

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

4d ago

Listed four days ago

Head of Research

at PHF Science

This is a Full time job

Wellington(Hybrid)

Up to $202316 p.a.

Flexible working options to support balancing work and non-work commitments
Four weeks annual leave, plus two additional annual leave days
Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

PHF Science is seeking an experienced and strategic research leader to join our Office of the Chief Scientist as the Head of Research.

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

4d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Junior Data Scientist

at Atom Intelligence

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$26 – $30 per hour

Join Atom Intelligence as a Junior Data Scientist in Auckland! Bilingual Chinese/English required. Build AI models for Asia-Pacific brands.

subClassification: Mathematics, Statistics & Information SciencesMathematics, Statistics & Information Sciences classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

13d ago

Listed three days ago

Investment Process Team Summer Internships - 2026

at The Health Research Council of New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Grafton, Auckland(Hybrid)

We are looking for summer interns to support the HRC’s external peer reviewer recruitment process for our contestable funding rounds.

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

3d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Data Scientist - Applied ML & Advanced Analytics

at Southern Cross Travel Insurance

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Shape ML standards and influence data science at a market leader.
Enjoy fully subsidised medical insurance for you and your family.
Embrace hybrid work with flexible leave options for work-life balance.

Shape SCTI's growing data science capability. Apply ML, AI and advanced analytics to solve real business problems and drive impact.

subClassification: Mathematics, Statistics & Information SciencesMathematics, Statistics & Information Sciences classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

12d ago

Listed two days ago

Animal Genomics Research Associate

at AgResearch

This is a Full time job

Mosgiel, Otago

Contribute towards great outcomes for Science within this vital NZ organisation
Enhanced leave and insurance benefits
Supportive and inclusive team environment

Bring your passion for animal genetics and genomics to a hands-on role with data and sample collection across animal research projects.

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

2d ago

Listed two days ago

Kaimanaaki Mātanga Rangahau | Advisor, Expert Advice

at Royal Society of New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Thorndon, Wellington(Hybrid)

A supportive work environment, with a friendly team culture
Contribute to a meaningful, not-for-profit kaupapa
Free carparking in the central city

Do you want to make a difference to New Zealand and care about evidence-based policy and advice?

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

2d ago

Listed two days ago

Postdoctoral Fellow - Experimental Physics

at University of Otago

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

North Dunedin, Otago

The salary for this position is $92,350 per annum.

Be part of a respected university contributing to world-class research.
Supportive, collaborative environment in a stunning, historic campus location
Competitive salary, generous leave, and staff benefits.

Join an international team and conduct original experimental research.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

2d ago

Listed ten days ago

Plant scientist

at Forever Harvest Technologies Limited

This is a Full time job

Lincoln, Canterbury

Developing a new category of food using plant cell culture
Part of a small team, designing and running your own experiments
Purpose built food-safe lab based at the Bioeconomy Science Institute in Lincoln

Experienced plant scientist to develop and optimise plant cell lines in our Christchurch laboratory.

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

10d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Graduate Trading Manager – AI, Data & Financial Market- Queenstown based

at Liger Trading NZ

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

No trading experience required – full training provided
Work at the intersection of AI, technology, data and global financial markets
4-day work week in Queenstown with a small, high-performing team

Join a High-Frequency Trading firm operating on some of the world's largest financial exchanges.

subClassification: Analysis & ReportingAnalysis & Reporting classification: Banking & Financial Services(Banking & Financial Services)

19d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Data Science Intern

at Xtracta Limited

This is a Full time job

Penrose, Auckland

Xtracta seeks a Data Science Intern for a 2–3 month role, with potential long-term work. Gain hands-on SQL, coding, and problem-solving experience.

subClassification: Mathematics, Statistics & Information SciencesMathematics, Statistics & Information Sciences classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

17d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Research Fellow - Department of Physics – fixed term - 26 months

at The University of Auckland

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$99,788 – $106,259 per year

Ongoing professional development opportunities
Excellent location
Competitive superannuation scheme and Employee benefits

Seeking a Research Fellow to lead the operational research programme at Taiaho Observatory

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

12d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Graduate Trading Manager – AI & Algorithms- Queenstown based

at Liger Trading NZ

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Work in global financial markets — no trading experience required.
Work with cutting-edge technology, real-time data and automated trading systems
Four-day work week, competitive salary and discretionary bonus

Apply your analytical and technical skills to support real-time algorithmic trading in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment.

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Banking & Financial Services(Banking & Financial Services)

19d ago

Listed more than thirty days ago

AI Builder

at Humankind

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

A role where you can make a real impact
No big shoes to fill.....you are the big shoes!
Competitive salary plus flexible working, wellbeing benefit, duvet day and more

Ambitious, hands-on, and already building with AI? Join Humankind as our AI Builder and help shape a new capability from the ground up.

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

30d+ ago•Expiring

Listed twenty five days ago

Pouako|Lecturer - Earth Science - Te Kura Mātai Taiao - School of Environment

at The University of Auckland

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$99,788 – $109,496 per year

Ongoing professional development opportunities
Excellent location
Competitive superannuation scheme and Employee benefits

Seeking a researcher and educator with a PhD in Earth Science, Geography, Environmental Science, Evolutionary Biology or a related discipline

subClassification: Teaching - TertiaryTeaching - Tertiary classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

25d ago•Expiring

Listed four days ago

Business Development Manager

at agenticai

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$80,000 – $90,000 per year

Work from home 1 day per week.
Unique opportunity to develop your AI skills

Learn AI from the people building it. Work alongside the CEO, grow your sales skills and shape your future at an ambitious AI startup.

subClassification: Account & Relationship ManagementAccount & Relationship Management classification: Sales(Sales)

4d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Lead Technologist – Genomics - School of Biological Sciences

at The University of Auckland

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$98,700 – $121,900 per year

Ongoing professional development opportunities
Excellent location
Competitive superannuation scheme and Employee benefits

The School of Biological Sciences is seeking an experienced genomics professional to lead the scientific and operational delivery of Auckland Genomics

subClassification: Teaching - TertiaryTeaching - Tertiary classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

27d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty four days ago

Research Proposal Development Specialist

at The University of Waikato

This is a Full time job

Hamilton East, Waikato

Multiple permanent opportunities available
Shape major, impact-focused research proposals
Work with researchers, partners and funders

Turn ambitious research ideas into compelling funding proposals that deliver meaningful impact.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

24d ago•Expiring

Listed nine days ago

AI Adoption & Transformation Manager/Senior Manager

at PricewaterhouseCoopers

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Shape how New Zealand's leading organisations adopt and use AI.
Work directly with executives and boards on business-critical transformation.
Join PwC's growing AI team and build the consulting career of the future.

Move beyond traditional consulting and help clients unlock the real potential of AI through strategy, adoption and change.

subClassification: Management & Change ConsultingManagement & Change Consulting classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

9d ago

Listed three days ago

Kairangahau Mātauranga|Education Researcher Opportunity - Literacy & Assessment

at New Zealand Council for Educational Research

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Whanaungatanga, Manaakitanga, Ako underpin our culture
Bi-cultural working space
Maintain work-life balance

Opportunity to apply your literacy expertise in an educational research and assessment environment.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

3d ago

Listed twenty three hours ago

Engineer – Aquatics, Waterslides & Special Projects

at New Wave Aquatics

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

From concept, to design through manufacture, construction to commissioning
Work with some of the best in the world, - ProSlide and Jon Baxter of Perceptual
Work with some of the best in the world, - ProSlide and Jon Baxter of Perceptual

A hands-on engineering working with cool clients across NZ and Australia – design, build, troubleshoot and commission projects from concept to reality

subClassification: Industrial EngineeringIndustrial Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

23h ago

Listed more than thirty days ago