Phd Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Aug 2026

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Senior Consultant

This is a Full time job

Work with people and organisations to explore the impact they're making
Provide insight to support decision-making for positive future directions
Be part of a purpose-led company and a growing team

A senior role to lead meaningful research and evaluation projects across community services, health, education, transport and the arts.

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

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IT Tutor

at NZIST - Whitireia and WelTec

This is a Full time job

Petone, Wellington

Wellbeing allowance
Eyecare allowance
Staff recognition scheme

We are looking for a qualified and dynamic IT Tutor with teaching and research experience in Networking, Cloud Computing and Security.

subClassification: Teaching - VocationalTeaching - Vocational classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

Featured

Listed seven days ago

Data Scientist

at Tonkin & Taylor Ltd

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

We support you to pave a career path that caters to your ambitions
Collaborative Culture and Purpose‑Driven Work
Work on a range of exciting projects

Shape the future with data. Solve real-world challenges. Make

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

7d ago

Listed one day ago

Associate Research Scientist

at Aroa Biosurgery

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mangere, Auckland

Easy Motorway access and based in Airport Oaks
NZ medical device company with an inspiring purpose
6 months paid career grant opportunity

6 month research role exploring biomaterials, cell biology and tissue repair

subClassification: Biological & Biomedical SciencesBiological & Biomedical Sciences classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Clinical Research Scientist

at Fisher & Paykel Healthcare

This is a Full time job

Auckland

Shape the future of medical devices
Global medical device company
Grow your career in a supportive culture

Drive clinical research and product support for ventilator therapies, delivering insights, compliance, documentation and education.

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Pūkenga/Pūkenga Matua | Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Physics

at Victoria University of Wellington

This is a Full time job

Kelburn, Wellington

$91,738 to $138,917 per annum

Come work on our largest campus in Wellington
Join a world-class team of experts in chemistry and physics
Bring your passion for helping others by enhancing the student experience

Advance physics research and teaching in a permanent, full-time role.

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

1d ago

Listed sixteen hours ago

Postdoctoral Fellow - School of Environment- 24 mth fixed-term

at The University of Auckland

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$92,213 – $94,649 per year

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

Exciting opportunity is available for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join the School of Environment

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

16h ago

Listed eight days ago

Pouako|Lecturer - Department of Statistics/School of Biological Sciences

at The University of Auckland

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$99,788 – $119,204 per year

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

Seeking an early-career academic to join us as a jointly appointed Lecturer on a permanent contract.

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

8d ago

Listed seven days ago

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer – Biomedical Science - School of Biological Sciences

at The University of Auckland

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$99,788 – $126,863 per year

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

We are looking for a person with a strong academic background in biomedical science

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

7d ago

Listed nine days ago

Senior Applied AI Scientist

at PHF Science

This is a Full time job

Christchurch, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Flexible working options to support balancing work and non-work commitments
Collaborative and friendly team environment
Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced AI researcher to join our talented team.

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

9d ago

Listed one day ago

Risk Modeller

at New Zealand Institute for Earth Science Limited

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

$90,000 – $116,000 per year

Work at the forefront of natural hazard and climate risk science
Apply your coding, modelling and data science skills to resilience challenges
Join a collaborative, impact‑driven team in Wellington, Christchurch, Auckland

Utilise your programming and data science expertise to advance natural hazard and climate risk assessments across Aotearoa New Zealand.

subClassification: Modelling & SimulationModelling & Simulation classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

1d ago

Listed seven days ago

Intelligence Assessment Senior Analysts and Analysts x 3

at Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$110,000 - $130,000

Opportunity to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
Contribute to outcomes that matter
Work with smart and motivated people in an environment that values collaboration

Intelligence Assessment Senior Analysts and Analysts National

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

7d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Junior Data Scientist

at Atom Intelligence

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$26 – $35 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)

27d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty days ago

Graduate Trading Manager – AI & Algorithms- Queenstown based

at Liger Trading NZ

Immediate start

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)

20d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Research Advisor

at Motor Neurone Disease New Zealand Charitable Trust

This is a Contract/Temp job

Royal Oak, Auckland(Remote)

Unique opportunity to deliver strategic and technical advice on MND research-related activities.

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

17d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

QUANT TRADING RESEARCH/DEVELOPER SUMMER INTERNSHIP / GRADUATE

at TRV Trading

This is a Full time job

New Lynn, Auckland(Hybrid)

$62,500 + performance and profit share bonuses

Mine terabytes of market data to discover profitable trading patterns
Work directly with senior quants, traders and engineers to generate profits
Graduate role guaranteed for top performers

Turn market data into profitable trading strategies alongside world-class quants in a high-performance trading environment

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

15d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Research Fellow - Institute of Marine Science – 24 month fixed term

at The University of Auckland

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$99,788 – $103,024 per year

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

Postdoctoral Research Fellow: Modelling the Restoration Potential of Shellfish Species

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

28d ago•Expiring

Listed fourteen hours ago

Senior Consultant

at Dovetail Consulting Ltd

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Work with people and organisations to explore the impact they're making
Provide insight to support decision-making for positive future directions
Be part of a purpose-led company and a growing team

A senior role to lead meaningful research and evaluation projects across community services, health, education, transport and the arts.

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

14h ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Analyst - Policy

at Electricity Authority

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Flexible working fully supported to balance your work and lifestyle
Ongoing training, support and professional development
Competitive Remuneration

It's an exciting time to join the Authority as we grow our capabilities, expand our reach and build a team ready to empower consumers.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

13d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Master's Graduate R&D Programme

at New Zealand Quality Petfoods Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

East Tamaki, Auckland

$55,000 – $60,000 per year

Kick-start your R&D career by working on real product innovation and manufacturing projects with a fast-growing premium pet food company.

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

29d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty hours ago

Digital Planner

at PHD NZ

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Mount Eden, Auckland

Be part of a high-performing, supportive team that values innovation, curiosity.
Receive additional leave through birthday leave and long weekend gift day.
Career growth opportunities within PHD and the wider Omnicom network.

Interested in joining our award-winning team?

subClassification: Media Strategy, Planning & BuyingMedia Strategy, Planning & Buying classification: Advertising, Arts & Media(Advertising, Arts & Media)

20h ago

Listed one day ago

Risk Modeller

at New Zealand Institute for Earth Science Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

$90,000 – $116,000 per year

Work at the forefront of natural hazard and climate risk science
Apply your coding, modelling and data science skills to resilience challenges
Join a collaborative, impact‑driven team in Wellington, Christchurch, Auckland

Utilise your programming and data science expertise to advance natural hazard and climate risk assessments across Aotearoa New Zealand.

subClassification: Modelling & SimulationModelling & Simulation classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Risk Modeller

at New Zealand Institute for Earth Science Limited

This is a Full time job

Lower Hutt, Wellington(Hybrid)

$90,000 – $116,000 per year

Work at the forefront of natural hazard and climate risk science
Apply your coding, modelling and data science skills to resilience challenges
Join a collaborative, impact‑driven team in Wellington, Christchurch, Auckland

Utilise your programming and data science expertise to advance natural hazard and climate risk assessments across Aotearoa New Zealand.

subClassification: Modelling & SimulationModelling & Simulation classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

1d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

R&D Scientist

at Zeta Group (NZ) Ltd

This is a Full time job

Auckland Airport, Auckland

Lead innovation, create market-first products, and bring ideas to life with our dynamic team

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

16d ago

Listed eight days ago

Engineering Senior Lecturer / Lecturer

at The University of Waikato

This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Permanent academic position based in Tauranga
Contribute to research, teaching and postgraduate supervision
Strong industry and stakeholder engagement

Help shape the next generation of engineers through teaching, research and industry engagement.

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

8d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Fixed Term Graduate Technical Development Role (Masters/PhD) - 6 month FTC

at Biophive Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Feilding, Manawatu

$60,000 – $70,000 per year

Apply your postgrad science/engineering skills to R&D, quality, and innovation projects at Biophive.

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

22d ago

Listed sixteen hours ago

Full-Stack Software Engineer (AI/ML)

at Kara Technologies Ltd

This is a Full time job

Parnell, Auckland(Hybrid)

$100,000 – $150,000 per year

Build production AI/NLP products with Python and React
Join the 2026 NZ Hi-Tech Startup of the Year
Create accessible technology with real impact for Deaf communities

Build cutting-edge AI products with Python and React

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

16h ago

Listed seven days ago

Data Science/Applications Engineering Intern - Summer 2026 - 2027

at TOMRA FOOD

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

Global career opportunities with a strong track record of promotions
Competitive salary and bonus
Flexible working locations offered

Gain real-world internship experience with a highly successful designer and manufacturer of computer-controlled fruit & vegetable sorting technology.

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

7d ago

Listed ten days ago