108 phd physics jobs in New Zealand - Contract Temp

at New Zealand Quality Petfoods Limited

Lead technical advice across electricity markets
Shape market systems, design and operational change
Wellington-based, 12-month fixed-term in our Market Services group

Bring your electricity market expertise to a trusted fixed-term technical leadership role at the heart of Transpower’s System Operator service.

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

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Listed one day ago

Master's Graduate R&D Programme

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)

1d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Data & Economic Analyst

at Stats NZ

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Turn complex data into insights that shape decisions across Aotearoa
Multiple 2-year fixed term opportunities available
Salary $84,027-$98,855

Multiple 2-year fixed term opportunities in Wellington and Christchurch

subClassification: Business/Systems AnalystsBusiness/Systems Analysts classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

25d ago•Expiring

Listed seventeen days ago

Summer Student Internship Programme 26/27

at Watercare Services Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Up to $29.90 p.h.

November 15 - February 12
Auckland-based
A range of opportunities for different interests and degrees

We have exciting opportunities for tertiary students to join us on a 12-week Summer Internship programme designed to maximise your development

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

17d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

EOI - Sessional Lecturers

at New Zealand Skills and Education Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Auckland CBD Campus + Online Teaching | Full-time, Part-time & Sessional
Industry experts are most welcome!
Tech, Data, Ai, Business papers | Bachelor and Master's programmes

Calling all Lecturers and Industry Experts! Shape the Future of Data Analytics and Business Intelligence Education at NZSE

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

16d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Data & Economic Analyst

at Stats NZ

This is a Contract/Temp job

Turn complex data into insights that shape decisions across Aotearoa
Multiple 2-year fixed term opportunities available
Salary $84,027-$98,855

Multiple 2-year fixed term opportunities in Wellington and Christchurch

subClassification: Business/Systems AnalystsBusiness/Systems Analysts classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

25d ago•Expiring

Listed eleven minutes ago

Market Technical Specialist - 12 month fixed term

at Transpower

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lead technical advice across electricity markets
Shape market systems, design and operational change
Wellington-based, 12-month fixed-term in our Market Services group

Bring your electricity market expertise to a trusted fixed-term technical leadership role at the heart of Transpower’s System Operator service.

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

11m ago

Listed three hours ago

Internship Science 2026/2027

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Paid Internship+Free Parking+Structured Training

Develop hands-on experience in a professional & real-world environment
Work alongside experts in high-performing teams, collaborate & share your ideas
Mentorship, structured training, and social activities

Opportunities to apply ideas, turn thinking into reality, build new skills, contribute to projects, gain valuable insights in a global business

subClassification: Chemistry & PhysicsChemistry & Physics classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

3h ago

Listed three hours ago

Marketing Performance Analyst - Fixed Term Contract

at Electric Kiwi

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Be yourself — bring your energy, passion, and creativity to work!
Hybrid working with ocean views, office dogs, and a fun team culture
Fixed-term contract until March 2027

We're looking for a superstar Marketing Analyst!

subClassification: Market Research & AnalysisMarket Research & Analysis classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

3h ago

Listed eleven days ago

AI Product Engineer (Typescript/Angular/Java) - Fully Remote

at HI Technology & Innovation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newmarket, Auckland(Remote)

NZ$10,000-14,000

Fully remote
Highly self-motivated, independent role
An opportunity to pioneer and shape products

We're looking for an AI Product Engineer who's able to work with stakeholders to take product ideas from drawing board to production.

subClassification: Developers/ProgrammersDevelopers/Programmers classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

11d ago

Listed two days ago

Internship Programme

at KiwiRail

This is a Contract/Temp job

On-The Job Skill Development +Job Progression Opportunities
Great Staff Benefits & Discounted Travel
Great opportunity to join one of NZ's largest growing organization's

Track your future with KiwiRail - gain real experience that moves New Zealand forward.

subClassification: Rail & Maritime TransportRail & Maritime Transport classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

2d ago

Listed seven hours ago

Internship Software Engineering 2026/2027

This is a Contract/Temp job

Paid Internship+Free Parking+Structured Training

Develop hands-on experience in a professional & real-world environment
Work alongside experts in high-performing teams, collaborate & share your ideas
Mentorship, structured training, and social activities

Opportunities to apply ideas, turn thinking into reality, build new skills, contribute to projects, gain valuable insights in a global business

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

7h ago

Listed seven hours ago

Internship Supply Chain - Data 2026/2027

This is a Contract/Temp job

Paid Internship+Free Parking+Structured Training

Develop hands-on experience in a professional & real-world environment
Work alongside experts in high-performing teams, collaborate & share your ideas
Mentorship, structured training, and social activities

Opportunities to apply ideas, turn thinking into reality, build new skills, contribute to projects, gain valuable insights in a global business

subClassification: Business/Systems AnalystsBusiness/Systems Analysts classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

7h ago

Listed seven hours ago

Internship Clinical Research 2026/2027

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Paid Internship+Free Parking+Structured Training

Develop hands-on experience in a professional & real-world environment
Work alongside experts in high-performing teams, collaborate & share your ideas
Mentorship, structured training, and social activities

Opportunities to apply ideas, turn thinking into reality, build new skills, contribute to projects, gain valuable insights in a global business

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

7h ago

Listed eight hours ago

Internship Chemical and Materials Engineering 2026/2027

This is a Contract/Temp job

Paid Internship+Free Parking+Structured Training

Develop hands-on experience in a professional & real-world environment
Work alongside experts in high-performing teams, collaborate & share your ideas
Mentorship, structured training, and social activities

Opportunities to apply ideas, turn thinking into reality, build new skills, contribute to projects, gain valuable insights in a global business

subClassification: Chemical EngineeringChemical Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

8h ago

Listed eleven days ago

AI Engineer (Claude & Copilot)

at Momentum Consulting Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland(Hybrid)

Competitive hourly rate

Contract (6month) | AKL (preferred) or anywhere in NZ (remote work)
Work with Claude Enterprise and Microsoft Copilot at scale
Opportunity to help establish an enterprise AI Centre of Excellence

AI is moving from experimentation to enterprise scale, and this is your chance to help build the foundations.

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

11d ago

Listed three days ago

Summer Internship

at Kea Aerospace

This is a Contract/Temp job

Burnside, Canterbury

$29.90 per hour

Spend your summer on real aerospace engineering - help build a solar-powered aircraft designed to fly for months in the stratosphere.

subClassification: Aerospace EngineeringAerospace Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

3d ago

Listed seven hours ago

Internship Computer Science 2026/2027

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Paid Internship+Free Parking+Structured Training

Develop hands-on experience in a professional & real-world environment
Work alongside experts in high-performing teams, collaborate & share your ideas
Mentorship, structured training, and social activities

Opportunities to apply ideas, turn thinking into reality, build new skills, contribute to projects, gain valuable insights in a global business

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Engineering(Engineering)

7h ago

Listed seven hours ago

Internship Mechatronics Engineering 2026/2027

This is a Contract/Temp job

at Goodman Fielder New Zealand Limited

Paid Internship+Free Parking+Structured Training

Develop hands-on experience in a professional & real-world environment
Work alongside experts in high-performing teams, collaborate & share your ideas
Mentorship, structured training, and social activities

Opportunities to apply ideas, turn thinking into reality, build new skills, contribute to projects, gain valuable insights in a global business

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

7h ago

Listed four days ago

Research & Development Internship (Expression of Interest) - AKL

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Funding support (subject to MBIE approval guide)

6 month intership for recently graduated Master's or PhD students
This is an Expression of Interest only. - Subject to MBIE eligibility
Locations : Auckland, Christchurch & Puhoi

Expression of Interest for 6 month MBIE R&D Career Grant

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

4d ago

Listed three days ago

AI Solutions Engineer

at PB Technologies Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Manukau, Auckland

Design AI solutions for network infrastructure. Flexible contract role. Professional development & innovation focus.

subClassification: Engineering - NetworkEngineering - Network classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

3d ago

Listed ten days ago

ELECTRICAL & STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING INTERNS – Christchurch/Tauranga/Auckland

at Ergo Consulting Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newmarket, Auckland

Fun working environment
A progressive and professional company
Excellent insight into our Electrical & Civil Engineering Consultancy

Great people, interesting work, giving you opportunities to grow your skills

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

10d ago

Listed twenty one hours ago

AI Educator & Adoption Specialist

at Nelson AI Sandbox

This is a Contract/Temp job

Nelson Central, Tasman(Hybrid)

Help organisations unlock the practical benefits of AI.

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

21h ago

Listed eight hours ago

Internship Electrical & Electronics Engineering 2026/2027

This is a Contract/Temp job

at Southern Institute of Technology

Paid Internship+Free Parking+Structured Training

Hands-on experience to develop in a corporate environment
Work alongside experts in high-performing teams, collaborate & share your ideas
Mentorship, structured training, and social activities

Opportunities to apply ideas, turn thinking into reality, build new skills, contribute to projects, gain valuable insights in a global business

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

8h ago

Listed eleven days ago

Doctoral Examination Coordinator

at The University of Auckland

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Salary range $63,600 - $79,300 per annum

Full-Time 37.5 hours per week
Fixed -Term - 12 months

We are looking for a highly organised, relationship-focused Doctoral Examinations Coordinator to join our supportive School of Graduate Studies team.

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

11d ago

Listed four days ago

Research Coordinator

This is a Contract/Temp job

Invercargill Central, Southland

SIT is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Research Coordinator to support and strengthen SIT’s research activities.

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

4d ago

Listed two days ago

Summer student | Environmental Data Integrity Officer

at Environment Canterbury

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Connect with Likeminded Students
Living Wage Supporter
Uni Holidays | Fixed Term 3 Months | Nov 2026 - Feb 2027

Enhance your future employment opportunities through meaningful work with us.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

2d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

HSNO Committee

at Environmental Protection Authority (EPA)

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

Contribute to fair, balanced decision‑making assessing applications and supporting regulatory processes within the EPA.

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

25d ago•Expiring

Listed two days ago

Senior/Statistical and Data Technicians

at Stats NZ

This is a Contract/Temp job

$57,403 - $70,762 + KiwiSaver

Balanced work-life with hybrid work + 37.5 hrs/week
3 extra leave days during Christmas + great benefits + allowances
Develop and grow your career (coaching, training, study support, secondments)

Transform complex data into trusted insights - validate, shape and improve data processes that help inform important decisions across Aotearoa today.

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

2d ago

Listed eight hours ago

Internship Mechanical Engineering 2026/2027

This is a Contract/Temp job