Insect Research Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Jun 2026

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Intermediate Ecologist

This is a Full time job

Technically demanding work — major consents, native species mgmt, biodiversity
Real autonomy in a small team where good work is recognised
Clear path to senior for the right person

Technically demanding work — major consents, native species mgmt, biodiversity
Real autonomy in a small team where good work is recognised
Clear path to senior for the right person

Habitat NZ is hiring an Intermediate Ecologist — high-performing team, significant projects, and a clear path to senior.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

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Regulatory and Policy Manager

at Dairy Companies Association of New Zealand Incorporated

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

High-influence role working at the intersection of industry and government.
Help shape outcomes for a sector critical to New Zealand’s economy
Potential for remote or flexible working arrangements

High-influence role working at the intersection of industry and government.
Help shape outcomes for a sector critical to New Zealand’s economy
Potential for remote or flexible working arrangements

Help shape regulatory and policy outcomes for NZ dairy companies. Senior role working at the intersection of industry and government.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

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Listed four days ago

Biosecurity Passenger Facilitator

at Ministry for Primary Industries

This is a Part time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$60,882 per annum pro rata for part-time hours

Must be available to start on 6 July for one week of training
Engage directly with international travellers and Kiwis returning home
Permanent, part-time. Based at Wellington International Airport.

Must be available to start on 6 July for one week of training
Engage directly with international travellers and Kiwis returning home
Permanent, part-time. Based at Wellington International Airport.

We are recruiting for a Biosecurity Passenger Facilitator to join MPI on a part-time, permanent basis. Induction & ongoing training will be provided.

subClassification: Customer Service - Customer FacingCustomer Service - Customer Facing

classification: Call Centre & Customer Service(Call Centre & Customer Service)

4d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Graduate Ecologist

at Ecological Solutions Limited

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Begin your ecological consulting career with a company that invests in its people, supports and rewards staff and values team work.

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

18d ago

Listed two days ago

Senior Technologist – ICP-MS

at Index Recruitment

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Senior ICP-MS role: method development, troubleshooting & workflow improvement

Senior ICP-MS role: method development, troubleshooting & workflow improvement

Use your ICP-MS expertise to review, improve and modernise trace elements methods in a high-throughput commercial laboratory environment.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

2d ago

Listed two days ago

Research Technician

at DairyNZ

This is a Full time job

Lincoln, Canterbury

Work that makes a difference + strong purpose + values-led culture
Vibrant culture + strong organisational values + supportive environment

Work that makes a difference + strong purpose + values-led culture
Vibrant culture + strong organisational values + supportive environment

This hands-on role involves conducting research procedures, collecting and analysing data, collecting samples and helping to prepare reports.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

2d ago

Listed four days ago

GM Commercial Services - Private Sector

at Plant & Food Research

This is a Full time job

Mount Albert, Auckland

Lead a significant portfolio delivering growth through science-led solutions
Shape strategic partnerships across industry, government, research
Inspire high-performing teams bridging science and commercial value

Lead a significant portfolio delivering growth through science-led solutions
Shape strategic partnerships across industry, government, research
Inspire high-performing teams bridging science and commercial value

Drive revenue growth, lead top talent, and turn science into real world impact in a senior role shaping NZ’s bioeconomy future.

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

classification: CEO & General Management(CEO & General Management)

4d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Field Biologist - North Island

at Syngenta

This is a Full time job

Bay View, Hawkes Bay(Remote)

Access to Syngenta's global R&D network, a collaborative team, and the autonomy to make a direct impact on New Zealand's product development pipeline.

subClassification: Agronomy & Farm ServicesAgronomy & Farm Services

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

23d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Regulatory and Policy Manager

at Dairy Companies Association of New Zealand Incorporated

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

High-influence role working at the intersection of industry and government.
Help shape outcomes for a sector critical to New Zealand’s economy
Potential for remote or flexible working arrangements

High-influence role working at the intersection of industry and government.
Help shape outcomes for a sector critical to New Zealand’s economy
Potential for remote or flexible working arrangements

Help shape regulatory and policy outcomes for NZ dairy companies. Senior role working at the intersection of industry and government.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

19d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Product Knowledge & Education Specialist

at Shoof International

This is a Full time job

Cambridge, Waikato

Ability to take real ownership of the role
A varied, hands-on role with plenty going on
Be part of our story and share it with others

Ability to take real ownership of the role
A varied, hands-on role with plenty going on
Be part of our story and share it with others

Use YOUR skills Play on our TEAM

subClassification: Workplace Training & AssessmentWorkplace Training & Assessment

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

16d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Client Services Manager – Technical Support (Agriculture)

at Hill Labs

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Lake, Waikato(Hybrid)

Flexible work environment & travel opportunity

Flexible work environment & travel opportunities
Strong support and collaboration from the broader commercial team
A family-friendly, flexible, and supportive workplace culture

Flexible work environment & travel opportunities
Strong support and collaboration from the broader commercial team
A family-friendly, flexible, and supportive workplace culture

This role gives you the platform to apply your technical expertise, partner with the Agricultural industry & help farmers and growers - Join Hill Labs

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

20d ago

Listed more than thirty days ago

Intermediate Ecologist

at Ecological Solutions Limited

Immediate start

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

If you thrive on a fast paced and collaborative environment within a focused and high performing team, apply today!

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

30d+ ago

Listed eleven days ago

Environmental Project Supervisor

at Zolve Environmental Ltd

This is a Full time job

Timaru, Canterbury

Plenty of Variety– Mix of fieldwork, planning, reporting and problem-solving.
Career Growth– Learn and build skills across a diverse range of disciplines.
Supportive Team– Join a team that values trust, practical solutions, and humour.

Plenty of Variety– Mix of fieldwork, planning, reporting and problem-solving.
Career Growth– Learn and build skills across a diverse range of disciplines.
Supportive Team– Join a team that values trust, practical solutions, and humour.

Looking for a job with variety, purpose in some of NZ’s best landscapes? Join Zolve, from fieldwork to office work and everything between.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

11d ago

Listed five days ago

Intermediate Ecologist

at Habitat NZ Ltd

This is a Full time job

Ellerslie, Auckland

Technically demanding work — major consents, native species mgmt, biodiversity
Real autonomy in a small team where good work is recognised
Clear path to senior for the right person

Technically demanding work — major consents, native species mgmt, biodiversity
Real autonomy in a small team where good work is recognised
Clear path to senior for the right person

Habitat NZ is hiring an Intermediate Ecologist — high-performing team, significant projects, and a clear path to senior.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

5d ago

Listed nine days ago

Research & Science Internships

at DairyNZ

This is a Full time job

Newstead, Waikato

Vibrant culture + strong organisational values + supportive environment
Work that makes a difference + strong purpose + values-led culture

Vibrant culture + strong organisational values + supportive environment
Work that makes a difference + strong purpose + values-led culture

You'll be part of one of our project or programmes, contributing to real-world research that helps shape the future of New Zealand's dairy industry.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

9d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Agronomist

at Molloy Agriculture Ltd

This is a Full time job

Methven, Canterbury

Join Molloy Agriculture and take the next step in your Agronomy career with a well-established and innovative business in Mid Canterbury

subClassification: Agronomy & Farm ServicesAgronomy & Farm Services

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

13d ago

Listed five days ago

Scientific Officer

at SPCA

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

Provide high quality, evidence based advice

Contribute to animal welfare and advocacy and make real change in this full-time, work from home role. Apply now!

subClassification: Veterinary Services & Animal WelfareVeterinary Services & Animal Welfare

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

5d ago

Listed nine days ago

Research & Science Internships

at DairyNZ

This is a Full time job

Lincoln, Canterbury

Vibrant culture + strong organisational values + supportive environment
Work that makes a difference + strong purpose + values-led culture

Vibrant culture + strong organisational values + supportive environment
Work that makes a difference + strong purpose + values-led culture

You'll be part of one of our project or programmes, contributing to real-world research that helps shape the future of New Zealand's dairy industry.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

9d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Adviser Assurance (Organics)

at Ministry for Primary Industries

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$76,463 to $89,215 based on skills and experience

Grow your expertise in assurance and regulatory systems!
Contribute to meaningful outcomes that support New Zealand’s global trade
Full-time, fixed term position available, Wellington

Grow your expertise in assurance and regulatory systems!
Contribute to meaningful outcomes that support New Zealand’s global trade
Full-time, fixed term position available, Wellington

Help shape trusted organic exports - lead assurance processes, simplify systems, and work with industry to support NZ's global market access

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

16d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Analyst, Economic Data & Analysis

at Ministry for Primary Industries

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$76,463 to $101,967

Use economic thinking and data analysis to influence policy and economic growth
Partner with experienced economic analysts to grow and develop as an analyst
Career development and internal opportunities across the organisation

Use economic thinking and data analysis to influence policy and economic growth
Partner with experienced economic analysts to grow and develop as an analyst
Career development and internal opportunities across the organisation

Contribute to economic thinking and use data-driven insights to drive growth in New Zealand's primary sector, increasing productivity & sustainability

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

11d ago

Listed four days ago

GM Commercial Services - Private Sector

at Plant & Food Research

This is a Full time job

Lincoln, Canterbury

Lead $100m portfolio delivering growth through science-led solutions
Shape strategic partnerships across industry, government, research
Inspire high-performing teams bridging science and commercial value

Lead $100m portfolio delivering growth through science-led solutions
Shape strategic partnerships across industry, government, research
Inspire high-performing teams bridging science and commercial value

Drive revenue growth, lead top talent, and turn science into real world impact in a senior role shaping NZ’s bioeconomy future.

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

classification: CEO & General Management(CEO & General Management)

4d ago

Listed nine days ago

Environmental Monitoring Scientist - Hydrology

at Waikato Regional Council

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

$75,000 – $85,000 per year

Based in our modern, purpose-built offices at the heart of Hamilton's CBD
Be part of a passionate and supportive team with purpose.

Based in our modern, purpose-built offices at the heart of Hamilton's CBD
Be part of a passionate and supportive team with purpose.

Interested in measuring river flows and leading environmental monitoring? We welcome trainee and experienced Hydrologists to apply!

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

9d ago

Listed ten days ago

Marketing and Content Specialist

at Izon Science Ltd

This is a Full time job

Addington, Canterbury

$85,000 – $95,000 per year

Use your science background in a hands-on marketing role
Hybrid role spanning digital campaigns, content writing, and web
Christchurch-based nanotechnology company with global reach

Use your science background in a hands-on marketing role
Hybrid role spanning digital campaigns, content writing, and web
Christchurch-based nanotechnology company with global reach

Marketing and Content Specialist to execute campaigns and produce content connecting products to the global science community.

subClassification: Biological & Biomedical SciencesBiological & Biomedical Sciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

10d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Policy Analyst

at Ministry of Social Development

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$79,200 - $95,873

A fixed-term, eight month vacancy in the Social Impact Team
A role requiring strong internal and cross-agency engagement
Bring your relationship-building skills and collaborative approach

A fixed-term, eight month vacancy in the Social Impact Team
A role requiring strong internal and cross-agency engagement
Bring your relationship-building skills and collaborative approach

Are you passionate about supporting and influencing social change for families, whānau, and individuals across Aotearoa New Zealand?

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

13d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Research and Evaluation Analyst / Kaiarotake (12 month fixed term contract)

at Mana Mahi Recruitment

Immediate start

This is a Contract/Temp job

Manukau, Auckland(Hybrid)

Build hands-on skills in research design, engagement and reporting
Enjoy hybrid working with flexibility and connection across the team
Grow your evaluation career across diverse, real-world projects

Build hands-on skills in research design, engagement and reporting
Enjoy hybrid working with flexibility and connection across the team
Grow your evaluation career across diverse, real-world projects

Research & Evaluation Analyst / Kaiarotake role supporting Kaupapa Māori research, community engagement, analysis & reporting to amplify whānau voices

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

16d ago

Listed nine days ago

Technical Officer

at The University of Waikato

This is a Full time job

Hamilton East, Waikato

$72k - $87k

Contribute to world-leading scientific research
Join a supportive and innovative Science team
Additional university leave + competitive superannuation

Contribute to world-leading scientific research
Join a supportive and innovative Science team
Additional university leave + competitive superannuation

Support teaching and research in Ecology and Biodiversity and Environmental Sciences as part of a collaborative technical team.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

9d ago

Listed four days ago

Kaitohutohu Rangahau | Research Advisor | Office of Tākuta Ferris MP

at Parliamentary Service

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Apply your analytical skills to support kaupapa that matter for Te Tai Tonga ...
Role type: full time, fixed term until November
Role location based on the Parliamentary Precinct in Wellington.

Apply your analytical skills to support kaupapa that matter for Te Tai Tonga ...
Role type: full time, fixed term until November
Role location based on the Parliamentary Precinct in Wellington.

Make a real impact in supporting the Te Tai Tonga electorate in the office of Tākuta Ferris, MP.

subClassification: OtherOther

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

4d ago

Listed twelve days ago