Phd Student Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Sep 2026

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Research & Development Specialist

at Halter

This is a Full time job

Morrinsville, Waikato

$90,000 – $110,000 per year

Work for a kiwi startup creating innovative, world first technology
Opportunity for rapid development and career progression
Unlimited leave, RSU, free office snacks & a yearly growth fund

Roles like this don't come around often! Join a great team based at our R&D Office in Morrinsville!

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

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Kaimanaaki Mātanga Rangahau | Advisor, Expert Advice

at Royal Society of New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Thorndon, Wellington(Hybrid)

A supportive work environment, with a friendly team culture
Contribute to a meaningful, not-for-profit kaupapa
Free carparking in the central city

Do you want to make a difference to New Zealand and care about evidence-based policy and advice?

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

Featured

Listed seven days ago

Graduate Engineer ME,PhD - Pilot Plant Operator: Mechanical or Process Engineer

at Upward

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rotorua Central, Bay of Plenty

$38 – $40 per hour

Hands-on role operating and optimising an innovative 500L pilot plant
Help turn geothermal gases into sustainable, high-value biofeedstocks
Work alongside leading geothermal experts on technology with global potential

Help turn geothermal gases into sustainable biofeedstocks in a hands-on pilot plant role for a recent engineering Masters or PhD graduate.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

7d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Research Fellow - R13200.01

at Auckland University Of Technology

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$81,000 - $115,000 per annum

1.5-2 year fixed-term
Professional development opportunities
Work under a variety of experts and in collaboration with institutions in NZ

We are looking for a research fellow For a highly interdisciplinary project on researching novel methods to measure fluid transport in trees

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

29d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty seven days ago

Postdoctoral researcher

at Bodeker Scientific Ltd

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$84,000 per year

Post-doctoral researcher to develop machine-learning models and control algorithms for adaptive façade systems.

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

27d ago•Expiring

Listed six days ago

Postdoctoral Fellow - Department of Mathematics - 12 months fixed

at The University of Auckland

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$92,213 per year

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

Looking for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join the Marsden-funded research project, “Quantifying energy dependence phenomena for rough scatterers”

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

6d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Intern Lab Assistant

at Neocrete Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Parnell, Auckland

$29 per hour

Hands-on lab internship testing concrete and contributing to innovative low-carbon concrete innovation.

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

21d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Pouako|Lecturer - Earth Science - Te Kura Mātai Taiao - School of Environment

at The University of Auckland

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$99,788 – $109,496 per year

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

Seeking a researcher and educator with a PhD in Earth Science, Geography, Environmental Science, Evolutionary Biology or a related discipline

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

27d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty eight days ago

R&D Intern — AI-Enabled Product Development

at Capital Preferences

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$29 – $30 per hour

Help build AI-assisted prototypes and conversational game-matching engine for financial services.

subClassification: Analysis & ReportingAnalysis & Reporting classification: Banking & Financial Services(Banking & Financial Services)

28d ago•Expiring

Listed seven days ago

Research & Development Summer Intern

at Kiwicare

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bromley, Canterbury

Competitive hourly rate for a min of 30 hours pw

Paid 400 hours summer internship gaining real-world R&D experience
Work alongside scientists developing innovative solutions for NZ biodiversity
Hands-on laboratory, formulation, testing and data analysis experience

Join Kiwicare's paid 400 hour summer R&D internship for a 3rd-4th year Chemistry, Formulation or Biological Sciences student

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

7d ago

Listed four days ago

Research & Development Specialist

at Halter

This is a Full time job

Morrinsville, Waikato

$90,000 – $110,000 per year

Work for a kiwi startup creating innovative, world first technology
Opportunity for rapid development and career progression
Unlimited leave, RSU, free office snacks & a yearly growth fund

Roles like this don't come around often! Join a great team based at our R&D Office in Morrinsville!

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

4d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Plant scientist

at Forever Harvest Technologies Limited

This is a Full time job

Lincoln, Canterbury

Developing a new category of food using plant cell culture
Part of a small team, designing and running your own experiments
Purpose built food-safe lab based at the Bioeconomy Science Institute in Lincoln

Experienced plant scientist to develop and optimise plant cell lines in our Christchurch laboratory.

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

12d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Analytics Intern 2026-27

at Mint Innovation

This is a Full time job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

$29.90 per hour

Genuine, hands-on lab work on technology behind Mint's metal recovery process
Turn raw lab data into insights the whole wider R&D team can genuinely act on
A paid, full-time internship within a supportive R&D team over 10 weeks

We're looking for an Analytics Intern to join our R&D team, getting hands-on exposure to the analytical work behind Mint's metal recovery technology.

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

11d ago

Listed ten hours ago

Research Scientist

at ScapeSpec Limited

This is a Full time job

Tuakau, Waikato(Hybrid)

$80,000 – $100,000 per year

Turn science into real products. Lead research, lab testing and development of innovative soils, fertilisers and landscape systems. Flexible hours.

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

10h ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Lecturers

at Australian Campus Management Pty Ltd

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Canterbury Institute of Management (CIMNZ) is a PTE in NZ.

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

29d ago•Expiring

Listed five days ago

Summer Research Internship - Apple Harvest Technology

at Start Afresh

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

10-week paid summer internship in apple harvest technology and data analysis.

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

5d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Research Fellow - Department of Physics – fixed term - 26 months

at The University of Auckland

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$99,788 – $106,259 per year

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

Seeking a Research Fellow to lead the operational research programme at Taiaho Observatory

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

14d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

R&D Intern — Predictive Validity of Revealed-Preferences for Teams/Individuals

at Capital Preferences

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$29 – $30 per hour

Help validate preference parameters for predicting workplace outcomes through research, modelling, and statistical analysis.

subClassification: Analysis & ReportingAnalysis & Reporting classification: Banking & Financial Services(Banking & Financial Services)

28d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty one days ago

Senior Research Technologist

at Zethos

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Work on technology with real commercial and environmental impact
Be part of a close, collaborative research team with strong technical depth
Drive your research with autonomy, creative solutions and accountability

Unlock metal recovery through science. Synthesize research across processes: conduct experiments, identify priorities, and drive technical strategy.

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

21d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Research Proposal Development Specialist

at The University of Waikato

This is a Full time job

Hamilton East, Waikato

Multiple permanent opportunities available
Shape major, impact-focused research proposals
Work with researchers, partners and funders

Turn ambitious research ideas into compelling funding proposals that deliver meaningful impact.

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

26d ago•Expiring

Listed nineteen days ago

Lab assistant

at Neocrete Limited

This is a Full time job

Parnell, Auckland

Help us cut concrete's carbon footprint. A hands-on R&D role for a master's graduate ready to make a real-world impact

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

19d ago

Listed eight days ago

Microbiology Internship

at Mushroom Material

This is a Full time job

Sandringham, Auckland

Want to revolutionise the packaging industry and directly contribute to bringing eco-friendly materials to market.

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

8d ago

Listed one day ago

Technician - Microbiology Part time Fixed Term 6 months

at AsureQuality Ltd

This is a Part time job

Lynfield, Auckland

Work for Australasia's largest Food Testing Laboratory.
Train on the job and develop your scientific career.
Supportive team and mentoring Management

Part time fixed term Technician role in Pathogens based at our Lynfield Laboratory. Saturday and Sunday shift. Opportunity to learn on the job!

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

1d ago

Listed four days ago

Postdoctoral Fellow - Experimental Physics

at University of Otago

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

North Dunedin, Otago

The salary for this position is $92,350 per annum.

Be part of a respected university contributing to world-class research.
Supportive, collaborative environment in a stunning, historic campus location
Competitive salary, generous leave, and staff benefits.

Join an international team and conduct original experimental research.

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

4d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Plant Breeding Technician (2) - Early Career roles

at PGG Wrightson Seeds

This is a Full time job

Lincoln, Canterbury

$65-$75K + health, life & income insurance

Graduates welcomed, salary commensurate with experience
We have a great team - just missing you!
Support the growth and success of New Zealand's agricultural sector.

PGG Wrightson Seeds have two graduate positions available in their Plant Breeding teams. We value people who are curious, reliable, & collaborative.

subClassification: Agronomy & Farm ServicesAgronomy & Farm Services classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

20d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

R&D Internship

at Trevelyan's Pack & Cool Ltd

This is a Full time job

Te Puke, Bay of Plenty

$29.50 - $30.00 (AUD)

Real R&D, real impact: work on live projects ahead of the 2027 harvest
Two key projects for those studying science, technology, design or engineering
Regular mentoring and support throughout your 10-week placement

Two MBIE-funded summer research placements in kiwifruit R&D. 10 weeks in Te Puke, hands-on projects, mentoring, and living wage pay. Apply now!

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

19d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Mathematics

at Massey University

This is a Full time job

Albany, Auckland

$86113 - $152711 p.a.

Teach mathematics across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
Conduct and publish research while pursuing external funding.
Supervise student research and contribute to university service.

Permanent Albany-based academic role combining mathematics teaching, research, supervision, and university engagement.

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

28d ago•Expiring

Listed twelve days ago