184 phd research jobs in New Zealand

at Motor Neurone Disease New Zealand Charitable Trust

Lead next-generation hydrogel chromatography development and help make life-saving biologics simpler and more affordable to manufacture.

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

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Listed fifteen days ago

Research Advisor

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)

15d ago

Listed six days ago

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

at The University of Auckland

This is a Full time job

$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)

6d ago

Listed six days ago

Engineering Senior Lecturer / Lecturer

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

This is a Full time job

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)

6d ago

Listed seven 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)

7d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

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

at The University of Auckland

This is a Full time job

$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)

26d ago•Expiring

Listed five days ago

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

at The University of Auckland

This is a Full time job

$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)

5d ago

Listed five days ago

Data Scientist

at Tonkin & Taylor Ltd

This is a Full time job

at New Zealand Quality Petfoods Limited

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)

5d ago

Listed eight days ago

Senior Catastrophe Research Analyst

at Aon New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

New Zealand, Australia or Singapore based opportunity
Catastrophe and consulting within the insurance field.
Incentive and Wellbeing Initiatives

If you're the type of person who loves diving into data, uncovering patterns, turning science into practical insights, this role could be for you.

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

8d ago

Listed eleven 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)

11d ago

Listed twenty seven days 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)

27d ago•Expiring

Listed twelve hours ago

Investment Managers

at New Zealand Institute for Advanced Technology

This is a Full time job

$139,133 – $173,917 per year

Work with investors, founders, researchers and industry leaders
Influence investment decisions with national impact
Support breakthrough science becoming successful ventures

Use your investment expertise to unlock opportunities in advanced technologies and help build a stronger, more innovative New Zealand.

subClassification: Funds ManagementFunds Management classification: Banking & Financial Services(Banking & Financial Services)

12h ago

Listed thirteen 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)

13d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Junior Data Scientist

at Atom Intelligence

This is a Full time job

$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)

25d ago•Expiring

Listed eighteen days ago

Graduate Trading Manager – AI & Algorithms- Queenstown based

at Liger Trading NZ

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Auckland Airport, Auckland

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)

18d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

R&D Scientist

at Zeta Group (NZ) Ltd

This is a Full time job

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)

14d ago

Listed four 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)

4d ago

Listed one day ago

John David Stout Fellowship

at Victoria University of Wellington

This is a Full time job

Kelburn, Wellington

$112,888 to $116,409 per annum

Volunteer leave available
Located at the vibrant Kelburn Campus
Join a team of internationally recognised scholars

Fixed-term, full-time 12-month fellowship dedicated to scholarly research.

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

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor in Disability and Inclusion

at Ministry of Social Development

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Hamilton East, Waikato

Competitive compensation plus additional company leave
Excellent personal and professional development opportunities
Make a real different within the NZ Education system

Advance disability and inclusion education through impactful research and teaching.

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

1d ago

Listed twelve hours ago

Senior Analyst Research & Evaluation

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Wellington based
Secondment/Fixed-term until 31 May 2027
Work on meaningful projects that help shape frontline services

This is an exciting opportunity to use research, evaluation and quantitative analysis skills to make a real difference for New Zealanders.

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

12h ago

Listed twelve days ago

Lecturer in Soil Science

This is a Full time job

Hamilton East, Waikato

Join a high-performing, research-intensive team
Competitive salary, superannuation and generous leave provisions
Campus-based role with flexible working and wellbeing benefits

Take the next step in your academic career conducting original research in soil science and contributing to teaching the next generation of scientists

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

12d ago

Listed six days ago

Consultant

at sapere

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Fast paced consulting environment
Opportunity for growth and development
Great team

Ready for a role where your thinking matters?

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

6d ago

Listed seven days ago

Machine Learning Engineer

at PHF Science

This is a Full time job

Wellington(Hybrid)

Flexible working options to support balancing work and non-work commitments
Collaborative and friendly team environment
Access to employee health schemes, social events and wellbeing initiatives

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Machine Learning Engineer to join our talented team.

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

7d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Lecturer, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering

at University of Canterbury

This is a Full time job

World-class Research Institute

UC is a values driven, equal opportunity employer
Five weeks annual leave and five days university holidays
Parental Leave (up to 9 weeks paid) + 26 weeks Government paid parental leave

Join a collaborative electrical and computer engineering team and grow your teaching, research, and service.

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

26d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty two days ago

Post-Doctoral Fellow, Wireless Research Centre

at University of Canterbury

This is a Contract/Temp job

$70,000-$85,000p.a, based on skills and experience

World-class Research Institute
Join a successful, collaborative and supportive work environment
Build your academic networks

Advance next-generation AI-enabled networking systems in a cutting-edge research environment at UC.

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

22d ago

Listed ten hours ago

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer

at Massey University

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Auckland

$86113 - $152711 p.a.

Teach and research logistics, supply chain, analytics or digital business.
Supervise students and contribute to curriculum development.
Massey Business School a supportive academic community in Auckland NZ.

Join Massey as a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer, teaching and researching logistics, supply chains, analytics or digital business.

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

10h ago

Listed twelve days ago

Senior Materials Scientist

at Precision Chroma

This is a Full time job

Lead next-generation hydrogel chromatography development and help make life-saving biologics simpler and more affordable to manufacture.

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

12d ago

Listed four days ago

Senior Lecturer / Associate Professor / Professor in Health

at University of Canterbury

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

World-class Research Institute

Ōtautahi Christchurch, New Zealand - a life lived better!
Drive internationally recognised Health research
Join a values-led university that champions inclusion, connection, and care!

Join UC to lead impactful health research, shape future health professionals, and contribute to improving population health outcomes in Aotearoa NZ

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

4d ago

Listed eleven hours ago

Postdoctoral Fellow, Women's Health and Wellbeing in Sport