Junior Science Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Jun 2026

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60664 Research Associate - Bioeconomy Science Institute

at Plant & Food Research

This is a Full time job

Nelson Central, Tasman

health insurance, extra KiwiSaver, 5+ weeks leave

Contribute to exciting research
Join a forward-thinking company with great benefits
Collaborate across multiple work streams/teams/disciplines

Contribute to exciting research
Join a forward-thinking company with great benefits
Collaborate across multiple work streams/teams/disciplines

Motivated team player driving innovative research projects in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment with strong focus on problem-solving

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

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Field & Laboratory Technician

at GeoCivil

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Mechanically minded? Physically fit? Love working outdoors? Be part of the team delivering the data that shapes New Zealand’s infrastructure

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

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Listed five days ago

Laboratory Assistant

at Hamilton City Council

This is a Full time job

Pukete, Waikato

Two Wellbeing days per year
Free health insurance and discounted. membership rates for family members.
Opportunities for professional development.

Two Wellbeing days per year
Free health insurance and discounted. membership rates for family members.
Opportunities for professional development.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organised Laboratory Assistant to join our team in Hamilton.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

5d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Field & Laboratory Technician

at GeoCivil

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Mechanically minded? Physically fit? Love working outdoors? Be part of the team delivering the data that shapes New Zealand’s infrastructure

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

12d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Construction Materials Testing Technician

at Shelby Wright Test Labs

This is a Full time job

Avondale, Auckland

$75,000 per year

Launch your lab career with hands-on training, career growth, and supportive team culture.

subClassification: Building TradesBuilding Trades

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

24d ago•Expiring

Listed nine days ago

Science Technician

at Villa Maria College

This is a Part time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Provide technical, administrative and resource management support services for the routine operations of the Science Faculty of the College.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

9d ago

Listed five days ago

60664 Research Associate - Bioeconomy Science Institute

at Plant & Food Research

This is a Full time job

Nelson Central, Tasman

health insurance, extra KiwiSaver, 5+ weeks leave

Contribute to exciting research
Join a forward-thinking company with great benefits
Collaborate across multiple work streams/teams/disciplines

Contribute to exciting research
Join a forward-thinking company with great benefits
Collaborate across multiple work streams/teams/disciplines

Motivated team player driving innovative research projects in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment with strong focus on problem-solving

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

5d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Junior / Graduate Insight Analyst

at Double

This is a Full time job

Grey Lynn, Auckland

For stats minds curious about marketing and advertising. Rare graduate opportunity to skyrocket your career.

subClassification: Market Research & AnalysisMarket Research & Analysis

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

23d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Mars Graduate Program

at Mars New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Real work, not coffee runs
Explore different career paths
Learn from industry leaders

Real work, not coffee runs
Explore different career paths
Learn from industry leaders

Launch your career with Mars through our award-winning Mars Leadership Experience Program!

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Retail & Consumer Products(Retail & Consumer Products)

27d ago•Expiring

Listed sixteen days ago

Junior Software Engineer

at Couchdrop

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

$80,000 – $110,000 per year

Work at a fast paced startup
Collaborative office environment
Solving a hidden but very real problem for global companies

Work at a fast paced startup
Collaborative office environment
Solving a hidden but very real problem for global companies

Junior Full Stack Software Engineer at a leading SaaS startup building data transfer and automation products.

subClassification: Developers/ProgrammersDevelopers/Programmers

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

16d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Junior R&D Scientist

at Precision Chroma

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ilam, Canterbury

We are looking for a R&D scientist/engineer to help develop and scale 3D-printed chromatography technology for biopharma manufacturing.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

20d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Clinical Research Laboratory Technician

at PCRN Trials Limited

This is a Full time job

Takapuna, Auckland

Meaningful work that contributes to better treatment options for patients
Access to learning, development, and career progression opportunities
Free parking and coffee on site!

Meaningful work that contributes to better treatment options for patients
Access to learning, development, and career progression opportunities
Free parking and coffee on site!

Due to growth, we are looking for a dedicated laboratory technicians in part time and full-time roles at our Takapuna site

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

12d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Laboratory Technician

at Scitex Recruitment Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Hands-on laboratory experience across product development and quality control
Opportunities available in both consumer healthcare and industrial coatings
Flexible temp assignments - part-time Pakuranga or full-time Mt Wellington

Hands-on laboratory experience across product development and quality control
Opportunities available in both consumer healthcare and industrial coatings
Flexible temp assignments - part-time Pakuranga or full-time Mt Wellington

Gain valuable hands-on industry experience within manufacturing and product development

Recruited bySarah Coad

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

16d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Junior Data & System Analyst

at Variety - The Children's Charity

This is a Contract/Temp job

Greenlane, Auckland

Turn data into insight and systems into impact, helping Variety support brighter futures for children across Aotearoa.

subClassification: Business/Systems AnalystsBusiness/Systems Analysts

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

12d ago

Listed two days ago

Junior AI Software Engineer (Claude)

at Sunstone Talent

This is a Full time job

Christchurch, Canterbury(Hybrid)

$60k-$80k+ModOffices+Training+GreatTeam+Hybrid/Fle

A unique role for a Lead Developer join a software team in an OpenSource stack
Passionate about software engineering & helping more junior devs be their best?
Work on a SaaS product that is purposeful, is sustainable & helps the planet

A unique role for a Lead Developer join a software team in an OpenSource stack
Passionate about software engineering & helping more junior devs be their best?
Work on a SaaS product that is purposeful, is sustainable & helps the planet

A growing company is looking for a Junior AI Engineer who has passion for Agentic AI, Claude & modern web engineering? Get in touch with Paul

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

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

2d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Laboratory Technician

at Dominion Salt Ltd.

This is a Full time job

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

Science degree in Chemistry and food or pharma lab experience? Join our busy, high-performing team.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

12d ago

Listed two days ago

Graduate & Early Careers - Construction & Infrastructure Project Management

at Frequency NZ Ltd

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$68,000 – $77,000 per year

Fast‑track your career with genuine influence on how projects move forward
Supportive culture with a focus on your learning and development
5 weeks annual leave, 4.5% Kiwisaver, 3 salary increases over 2 years

Fast‑track your career with genuine influence on how projects move forward
Supportive culture with a focus on your learning and development
5 weeks annual leave, 4.5% Kiwisaver, 3 salary increases over 2 years

We are looking for graduates or early professionals to join The Frequency Graduate Programme with opportunities across Aotearoa.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Construction(Construction)

2d ago

Listed five days ago

Water Testing Laboratory Technician

at Central Environmental Laboratories

This is a Full time job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

$55,000 – $75,000 per year

This position has the opportunity to get experience in all aspects of a commercial water testing laboratory.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

5d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Junior Solution PM / Business Analyst

at Atom Intelligence

This is a Full time job

Takapuna, Auckland

$25 – $30 per hour

Client-facing role in data, AI & digital projects
Mentorship from senior Solution PMs and BAs
Bilingual (English + Mandarin) team based in Takapuna

Client-facing role in data, AI & digital projects
Mentorship from senior Solution PMs and BAs
Bilingual (English + Mandarin) team based in Takapuna

Junior client-facing role supporting data, AI & digital projects. Work with senior consultants on requirements, analysis & delivery. Career start

subClassification: Business/Systems AnalystsBusiness/Systems Analysts

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

16d ago

Listed twenty five 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)

25d ago•Expiring

Listed eighteen days ago

Trainee Environmental Consultant

at Consultex Company Limited

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Suitable for candidates with an environmental degree or construction experience.

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

18d ago

Listed four days ago

Junior Software Developer

at Adminis

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

We're looking for a Junior Software Developer to embrace continuous improvement and innovation of the Adminis technological capabilities.

subClassification: Developers/ProgrammersDevelopers/Programmers

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

4d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Quality Administrator

at Repromed NZ Ltd

This is a Full time job

Newmarket, Auckland

We are seeking applications for a Quality Administrator which is an entry level full-time position within our Quality Team.

subClassification: Medical AdministrationMedical Administration

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

24d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty days ago

Technical Officer

at The University of Waikato

This is a Full time job

Hamilton East, Waikato

Support high-quality teaching delivery
Join a supportive and innovative Science team
Additional university leave + competitive superannuation

Support high-quality teaching delivery
Join a supportive and innovative Science team
Additional university leave + competitive superannuation

Support teaching and research in the School of Science as part of a collaborative technical team.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

20d ago

Listed two days ago

Environmental Science Technician

at Hawkes Bay Regional Council

This is a Full time job

Napier Central, Hawkes Bay

$75,650 – $89,000 per year

Work with a team that loves what it does, see the direct impact of your work
Collaborative work environment alongside a motivated team
Life insurance, income protection, flexible working to support work/life balance

Work with a team that loves what it does, see the direct impact of your work
Collaborative work environment alongside a motivated team
Life insurance, income protection, flexible working to support work/life balance

Do you have a passion for the freshwater and marine environments and are looking for your next challenge?

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

2d ago

Listed nine days ago

Geophysicists Technicians (Junior-Intermediate level)

at Geotechnics Ltd

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Great opportunity for a Geophysicist to join our growing team.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

9d ago

Listed two days ago

Graduate Opportunities - Wellington

at EMERGENT

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Get a foot in the door with some fantastic brands!

Have you recently graduated?
Variety of entry-level opportunities - temporary and contract
Competitive salaries, great learning opportunities and fully flexible working!

Have you recently graduated?
Variety of entry-level opportunities - temporary and contract
Competitive salaries, great learning opportunities and fully flexible working!

We currently have a range of roles seeking graduates who are looking for a foot in the door!

Recruited byLauryn Schaefer

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

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

2d ago

Listed four days ago

Environmental Scientist

at Watercare Services Limited

This is a Full time job

Newmarket, Auckland

Competitive salary and great benefits on offer!

Play a key role in environmental compliance, monitoring programmes & performance
Competitive salary and great benefits on offer!
Must have full, clean NZ Drivers licence.

Play a key role in environmental compliance, monitoring programmes & performance
Competitive salary and great benefits on offer!
Must have full, clean NZ Drivers licence.

play a key part in managing our environmental compliance obligations and improving the performance of Auckland's wastewater network.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

4d ago

Listed twelve days ago