86 academic jobs in New Zealand - Contract Temp

This is a Contract/Temp job

World-class Research Institute

Champion digital pedagogy and educational innovation
Work with a dynamic, student-centred team
Build capability in contemporary teaching and assessment

Transform assessment and learning at UC Business School through digital innovation, contemporary pedagogy and authentic student-centred practice.

4d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Syllabus Writer

at IFSA-Butler

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Join IFSA, a global leader in study abroad, to develop a course exploring Māori and Indigenous perspectives for Australian students.

11d ago

Listed six days ago

Student Engagement Coordinator

at Arcadia Abroad New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Remote)

$65,000 – $70,000 pro rata

Support U.S. study abroad students through immersive cultural activities, orientation programs, and pastoral care in Aotearoa New Zealand.

6d ago

Listed one day ago

Intern

at The Treasury

This is a Contract/Temp job

Intern – Indemnities Transparency Project
Work alongside experienced Treasury staff, receive coaching and feedback
Join our caring and collaborative team

Seeking recent or soon to be graduates from a wide range of academic, cultural and social backgrounds and experiences

1d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Course Instructor

at IFSA-Butler

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Teach a four-credit short-term course on Indigenous worldviews and Māori perspectives for visiting Australian university students in Auckland.

11d ago

Listed four days ago

Online Secondary Tutor

at Cluey Learning

This is a Contract/Temp job

at New Zealand Skills and Education Group

$25 - $30 per hour

Flexible working hours that work around your schedule
Lesson resources provided
Fully Remote: work from home

Online Tutoring | Must have/obtain IRD | Fully flexible hours | Support Secondary students in English and Maths | Excellent Tutor Care & Support

4d ago

Listed seven days ago

Student Administrator - Tertiary Education

This is a Contract/Temp job

New Lynn, Auckland

Fixed term till October 2027 | Full-time (40 hours per week)
New Lynn Office | Shared carpark on-site
Support the wider Admissions team – Visa, Forms, Funding, Documentation

Looking for your next contract? Join our Student Administration team supporting student enrolments and their tertiary learning journey!

7d ago

Listed four days ago

Online Primary Tutor

at Cluey Learning

This is a Contract/Temp job

$25 - $30 Per hour

Flexible hours that fit around your schedule
Lesson resources provided
Tutor from home - No commute, no fuss

Remote Tutoring | Must have/obtain IRD | Fully flexible hours | Support Primary students in Mathematics and English | Excellent Tutor Care & Support

4d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

EOI for Business Levels 3–5 - SME/Content Creators and Content Reviewers

This is a Contract/Temp job

Work from home
New Zealand's largest dedicated provider of online and distance education

Open Polytechnic is seeking EOI from experienced subject specialists, reviewers and cultural advisers to support the redevelop Business courses

18d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Accounts Assistant

at OPPO

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Hybrid/Flexible working (1 day from home)
Fixed Term, full time role, Mon- Fri
Join a supportive and inclusive team

Support a global tech brand in a hands-on finance role — with real potential to go permanent. Based in Auckland CBD.

12d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

EOI for Business Levels 3–5 - SME/Content Creators and Content Reviewers

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Remote)

Work from home
New Zealand's largest dedicated provider of online and distance education

Open Polytechnic is seeking EOI from experienced subject specialists, reviewers and cultural advisers to support the redevelop Business courses

18d ago

Listed six days ago

Student Engagement Coordinator

at Arcadia Abroad New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Remote)

$65,000 – $70,000 pro rata

Support U.S. study abroad students through immersive cultural activities, orientation programs, and pastoral care in Aotearoa New Zealand.

6d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Summer Field Research Assistant

at Pasture First Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

Summer work for a student to work in the Field Research sector.

21d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Summer Field Research Assistant

at Pasture First Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Summer work for a student to work in the Field Research sector.

20d ago

Listed four days ago

Finance Business Partner

at Massey University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Massey University, Manawatu(Hybrid)

$83818 - $117788 p.a.

Provide trusted financial advice to academic leaders
Drive budgeting, forecasting and performance insights
12-month role with hybrid working and career growth

Finance Business Partner | 12-month fixed term | Palmerston North + hybrid. Turn data into insights and support strategic decisions.

4d ago

Listed five days ago

Lead Advisor, English, Languages and Pacific

at Ministry of Education

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

You'll play a key role in Learning Languages learning areas
Lead and contribute to the delivery of key prorammes of work
You'll be joining a very supportive team

Oppprtunity to use your Learning Design skills to make a meaningful difference for learners across Aotearoa.

5d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Summer Field Research Assistant

at Pasture First Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hamilton Central, Waikato(Hybrid)

An exciting opportunity to work in the Agricultural Field Research Sector over summer.

21d ago

Listed seven days ago

Senior Tutor - Game Arts and Animation

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Work 37.5 hours per week and enjoy a great work life balance
Work at our beautiful campus, offer great facilities and services
Join a successful, collaborative and supportive work environment

Bring your Game Arts and Animation expertise to a creative, collaborative teaching role at the University of Canterbury.

7d ago

Listed eleven days ago

International Marketing Specialist

at The University of Waikato

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hamilton East, Waikato

Competitive salary and benefits

Create engaging bilingual marketing content
Connect with global markets to showcase the University brand
2 year fixed-term full-time role with great benefits

Join the University of Waikato and help share our story with prospective international students around the world.

11d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

EOI for Business Levels 3–5 - SME/Content Creators and Content Reviewers

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hamilton Central, Waikato(Remote)

Work from home
New Zealand's largest dedicated provider of online and distance education

Open Polytechnic is seeking EOI from experienced subject specialists, reviewers and cultural advisers to support the redevelop Business courses

18d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

EOI for Business Levels 3–5 - SME/Content Creators and Content Reviewers

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Remote)

Work from home
New Zealand's largest dedicated provider of online and distance education

Open Polytechnic is seeking EOI from experienced subject specialists, reviewers and cultural advisers to support the redevelop Business courses

18d ago

Listed one day ago

Application Support Consultant - Learning and Teaching

This is a Contract/Temp job

at New Zealand Trade & Enterprise

Up to $95,784 p.a.

Work 37.5 hours per week and enjoy a great work life balance
Work at our beautiful campus, offer great facilities and services
Join a successful, collaborative and supportive work environment

Join UC as an Applications Support Consultant, keeping essential systems running while supporting innovation, collaboration and student success.

1d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Senior Tutor - Speech Language Therapy

at Massey University

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland(Hybrid)

$86113 - $103956 p.a.

0.5 FTE fixed-term role with flexible location options
Teach and support future speech-language therapists
Build stakeholder relationships and support student success

Senior Tutor (0.5 FTE, 2-year fixed term). Based in Albany, Manawatū or remote. Support SLT teaching, students and programme success.

12d ago

Listed twelve hours ago

Research Specialist

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Work for a truly global organisation
Flexible working at NZTE is standard practice
Five weeks' annual leave

Run discovery with NZ businesses to understand their export goals and to scope and design research projects that support their growth overseas.

12h ago

Listed one day ago

NASA Space Scholarship Opportunity 2027

at Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

Voluntary internship Supported by NZ Space Agency

Are you in a postgraduate degree in STEM?
Opportunity to undertake up to 13 weeks internship in Southern Califnornia
A postgraduate student opportunity that's out of this world

Launch your career in the Space Sector!

1d ago•Expiring

Listed five days ago

Library Shelver

at Auckland Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Waiheke Island, Auckland

Fixed-Term Part-Time role

Enjoy a summer role making a difference in your local community
Join a friendly team on Waiheke Island
Fixed-term from 1 December 26 - 31 March 27

Be part of the Waiheke Library team this summer in a flexible part-time role delivering great customer service and support.

5d ago•Expiring

Listed twelve days ago

Senior or Research and Data Analyst

at Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

$85k - $138k + Kiwisaver & wellness benefits

Work with smart people across the science sector to deliver benefits for NZ
Join a team implementing new smart, effective science investment processes
Bring you analytical skills to MBIE!

Discover a career with purpose

12d ago•Expiring

Listed seven days ago

Department for Education, South Australia | Primary & Secondary Teachers

at Department for Education | Schools & Preschools

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$84,971 – $123,236 per year (AUD)

Attractive salary scale ranging from $84,971 to $123,236 per year
Make a lifestyle change with our Term 1, 2027 start dates
Join a supportive network of over 30,000 education professionals

ring your brilliance to South Australia! Register your interest for exciting primary and secondary teaching roles across metro and country schools.

7d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Primary Teacher (12m FTC)

at ACG Education Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Karaka, Auckland

Leading global co-educational, non-denominational Education Group
Collaborative department | A supportive and inclusive workplace culture
Purpose-built facilities across 15 hectares in a stunning natural setting

12 Month contract for 2027 - Deliver motivational and differentiated lessons inspire and challenge our primary students.

12d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Research Associate/Postdoctoral Fellow in Gravitational Microlensing

This is a Contract/Temp job