Animal Research Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Mar 2026

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Warehouse & Distribution Manager

This is a Full time job

South Auckland location with free onsite parking
Lead end-to-end warehouse & distribution operations in a fast-paced environment
Purpose-driven global company making a real impact in animal health

South Auckland location with free onsite parking
Lead end-to-end warehouse & distribution operations in a fast-paced environment
Purpose-driven global company making a real impact in animal health

Lead warehouse & distribution, build a high-performing team and thrive with a supportive manager in a purpose-driven animal health company.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

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Large Animal Veterinary Technician

at Veterinaryfirst Limited

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Te Awamutu, Waikato

Competitive salary and benefits package!

We’re 100% kiwi owned!
Work in the heart of the Waipa!
Monday to Friday hours for improved work–life balance

We’re 100% kiwi owned!
Work in the heart of the Waipa!
Monday to Friday hours for improved work–life balance

Join our dedicated vet tech team in Te Awamutu and play a key role in supporting our local farmers as a Veterinary Technician!

subClassification: Veterinary Services & Animal WelfareVeterinary Services & Animal Welfare

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

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Listed four days ago

Animal Technician - The School of Psychology - part-time (30 hrs pw)

at The University of Auckland

This is a Part time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$63,600 – $79,300 per year

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

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

Join a collaborative, purpose-driven team where your work directly supports teaching, research, and animal well-being.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

4d ago

Listed eleven hours ago

Animal Production Specialist - Virtual Fencing

at Gallagher

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Lake, Waikato(Hybrid)

Hands-on in the field while influencing product, data, and engineering decisions

Hands-on in the field while influencing product, data, and engineering decisions

Bridge farming and tech. Drive real-world trials, shape animal welfare insights, and help transform livestock management with eShepherd!

subClassification: Biological & Biomedical SciencesBiological & Biomedical Sciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

11h ago

Listed three days ago

Adviser, Animal Health & Welfare

at Ministry for Primary Industries

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$76,463 to $101,967 subject to skills & experience

Got great Office Admin & people skills, and looking for a new challenge?
Maybe you're a Science, Policy or Law Grad who's ready to kick-start a career?
Either way, we need a new switched-on, ready to get stuck in, team member

Got great Office Admin & people skills, and looking for a new challenge?
Maybe you're a Science, Policy or Law Grad who's ready to kick-start a career?
Either way, we need a new switched-on, ready to get stuck in, team member

So, if you're after a role where you can take ownership and shine, then this is quite possibly You! Applications close 12 April

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

3d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Large Animal Veterinary Technician

at Veterinaryfirst Limited

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Te Awamutu, Waikato

Competitive salary and benefits package!

We’re 100% kiwi owned!
Work in the heart of the Waipa!
Monday to Friday hours for improved work–life balance

We’re 100% kiwi owned!
Work in the heart of the Waipa!
Monday to Friday hours for improved work–life balance

Join our dedicated vet tech team in Te Awamutu and play a key role in supporting our local farmers as a Veterinary Technician!

subClassification: Veterinary Services & Animal WelfareVeterinary Services & Animal Welfare

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

24d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Research Farms Operations Manager

at DairyNZ

This is a Full time job

Newstead, Waikato

Vibrant culture
Strong organisational values
Supportive & progressive environment

Vibrant culture
Strong organisational values
Supportive & progressive environment

Farm leader who enjoys developing people, improving farm systems and contributing to research that helps shape the future of dairy farming in NZ.

subClassification: Farm ManagementFarm Management

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

13d ago

Listed sixteen hours ago

Breeding Specialist - Dairy

at Livestock Improvement Corporation

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Newstead, Waikato(Hybrid)

Flexible work options and great employee benefits.

Join LIC as a Dairy Breeding Specialist: lead bull selection, drive genetic gain, collaborate with teams, and partner with breeders to support NZ.

subClassification: Biotechnology & GeneticsBiotechnology & Genetics

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

16h ago

Listed ten days ago

Animal Control Officer

at Palmerston North City Council

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

$63,393 to $74,580

Investigate complaints and enforce animal control bylaws
Educate owners on responsible dog care and safety
Support adoptions and rehoming of animals

Investigate complaints and enforce animal control bylaws
Educate owners on responsible dog care and safety
Support adoptions and rehoming of animals

Help keep Palmy safe by promoting responsible animal ownership and caring for animals in our community and shelter

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

10d ago

Listed nineteen hours ago

Senior Scientist, Genomics

at Ministry for Primary Industries

This is a Full time job

Wallaceville, Wellington

$100,934 - $118,005 depending on experience

This directorate are the guardians of Aotearoa New Zealand's biosecurity
Highly qualified, passionate professionals working on a variety of projects
Additional MPI leave days

This directorate are the guardians of Aotearoa New Zealand's biosecurity
Highly qualified, passionate professionals working on a variety of projects
Additional MPI leave days

Play a key role in advancing our capability in next generation sequencing (NGS)

subClassification: Biotechnology & GeneticsBiotechnology & Genetics

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

19h ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Warehouse & Distribution Manager

at Argenta

This is a Full time job

Manurewa East, Auckland

South Auckland location with free onsite parking
Lead end-to-end warehouse & distribution operations in a fast-paced environment
Purpose-driven global company making a real impact in animal health

South Auckland location with free onsite parking
Lead end-to-end warehouse & distribution operations in a fast-paced environment
Purpose-driven global company making a real impact in animal health

Lead warehouse & distribution, build a high-performing team and thrive with a supportive manager in a purpose-driven animal health company.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

19d ago

Listed four days ago

* AREA SALES MANAGER Vet product sales $80-$90,000 *

at VetPlus NZ Ltd

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$80,000 – $90,000 per year

High level of independence and flexibility
Travel throughout New Zealand
Opportunity to represent a respected global brand

High level of independence and flexibility
Travel throughout New Zealand
Opportunity to represent a respected global brand

Veterinary Sales Representative. Flexible sales position with company selling high quality veterinary nutraceuticals. Christchurch based.

subClassification: Veterinary Services & Animal WelfareVeterinary Services & Animal Welfare

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

4d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Area Manager - Hauraki Plains, North Waikato & South Auckland

at Nutritech International Limited

This is a Full time job

Morrinsville, Waikato(Remote)

You'll work with a wide group of customers to deliver innovative animal nutrition solutions, drive growth, and make a real impact every day.

subClassification: Account & Relationship ManagementAccount & Relationship Management

classification: Sales(Sales)

21d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Dog Care Specialist

at Ministry for Primary Industries

This is a Full time job

Auckland Airport, Auckland

Starting salary: $60,882

Do you want to work outside and love and care for canines?
Keep our canines in peak physical condition and support their mental wellbeing
Permanent, full-time - 4 days on, 2 days off.

Do you want to work outside and love and care for canines?
Keep our canines in peak physical condition and support their mental wellbeing
Permanent, full-time - 4 days on, 2 days off.

Join Ministry for Primary Industries as a Dog Care Specialist and support the healthcare and wellbeing of our detector dogs!

subClassification: Veterinary Services & Animal WelfareVeterinary Services & Animal Welfare

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

12d ago

Listed sixteen hours ago

Technical Specialist (R&D Agricultural Field Trial)

at NUFARM

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Attractive Salary + Shareplan+ Health Ins|Flex

Bring your field trial experience within Ag| Hybrid role| High Performing team
Glbal business with growth opportunities| Lead field trials across region| Flex
Voted best place to work AFR 2023 within Agri| Come Unearth your career with us!

Bring your field trial experience within Ag| Hybrid role| High Performing team
Glbal business with growth opportunities| Lead field trials across region| Flex
Voted best place to work AFR 2023 within Agri| Come Unearth your career with us!

We’re on the lookout for a Technical Specialist - Product Devt within AKL/BOP/Waikato region| Join a global Agri Business| Huge Growth Op

subClassification: HorticultureHorticulture

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

16h ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Technical Specialist

at Jaychem Industries Limited

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

East Tamaki, Auckland

Make an impact in a Regulated, Innovative Industry
Be Trained and Mentored by Industry Experts
Work Across the Full Product Development Lifecycle

Make an impact in a Regulated, Innovative Industry
Be Trained and Mentored by Industry Experts
Work Across the Full Product Development Lifecycle

Join a team passionate about pharmaceutical innovation!

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

25d ago

Listed six days ago

Central Energy Trust Wildbase Recovery Support Officer

at Palmerston North City Council

Expiring soon

This is a Part time job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

$61,056 to $70,179

Fixed-term and permanent opportunity available
Support education programmes and visitor experiences
Help with animal care and basic husbandry tasks

Fixed-term and permanent opportunity available
Support education programmes and visitor experiences
Help with animal care and basic husbandry tasks

Support wildlife recovery and education programmes and help deliver great visitor experiences and contribute to conservation outcomes

subClassification: Veterinary Services & Animal WelfareVeterinary Services & Animal Welfare

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

6d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Veterinary Laboratory Scientist (12 month Fixed Term)

at IDEXX

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Be part of a collaborative team supporting better animal health.
Ongoing training and investment in our people with wellness incentives
Modern custom-designed laboratory with free parking on-site!

Be part of a collaborative team supporting better animal health.
Ongoing training and investment in our people with wellness incentives
Modern custom-designed laboratory with free parking on-site!

Join IDEXX as a Veterinary Laboratory Scientist and help deliver high‑impact diagnostics in our state‑of‑the‑art Hamilton laboratory.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

26d ago

Listed seven days ago

60275 Research Associate - Fixed-Term - Bioeconomy Science Institute

at Plant & Food Research

This is a Full time job

Lincoln, Canterbury

Collaborate across multiple work streams/teams/disciplines
Contribute to exciting projects/crop trials/research
Advance your career in science/research

Collaborate across multiple work streams/teams/disciplines
Contribute to exciting projects/crop trials/research
Advance your career in science/research

This fixed-term role will suit an individual keen to build on their existing skills in microbiology, molecular biology, plant management and fieldwork

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

7d ago

Listed nineteen days ago