Postdoctoral Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Nov 2026

Listed eight days ago

Postdoctoral Fellow - Zoology

This is a Part time job

Enjoy a supportive, professional workplace with strong collegial networks
Competitive salary and five weeks annual leave.
Build your research profile at New Zealand's first university

Join a collaborative research environment and contribute to internationally recognised zoology and environmental science research.

8d ago

Listed nine days ago

Research Scientist Biotechnology

at Callaghan Innovation

This is a Full time job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

$86,671 – $108,339 per year

Join our Advanced Protein Technologies team, applying molecular biology and protein engineering to innovative biotech research with real-world impact.

9d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Research Technician

at Biotelliga

This is a Full time job

Parnell, Auckland

Join us in making agriculture more sustainable by performing biological R&D in the development of novel biopesticides.

28d ago•Expiring

Listed fourteen days ago

Research Officer - Engineering

at Auckland University Of Technology

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$72-$96k+generous leave+professional development

Generous Leave Entitlements
Professional Development Opportunities

We have a fixed-term, full-time opportunity for a motivated Research Officer to contribute to the Blue Economy CRC research project.

14d ago

Listed nine days ago

Research Scientist Biochemistry

at Callaghan Innovation

This is a Full time job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

$86,671 – $108,339 per year

Join our Advanced Protein Technologies team driving innovative biochemistry and protein research into real world applications across multiple sectors

9d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Scientist

at Biotelliga

This is a Full time job

Parnell, Auckland

Join us in our mission to make agriculture more sustainable by performing biological R&D in the development of novel biopesticides.

28d ago•Expiring

Listed more than thirty days ago

Research Assistant

at Kimer Med

This is a Full time job

Annesbrook, Tasman

Contribute to innovative antiviral therapeutic research in Nelson
Gain hands-on experience across a range of laboratory techniques
Work closely with experienced scientists in a collaborative team

Join Kimer Med's Nelson research team in a hands-on laboratory role supporting antiviral research, experimental work and laboratory operations.

30d+ ago•Expiring

Listed fifteen days ago

Teaching Fellow - Chemistry

at University of Otago

This is a Full time job

North Dunedin, Otago

$75,727 to $87,849 per year

Salary + 6.75% Superannuation + 5 weeks annual leave.
On-going professional development opportunities.
Great people and a collaborative culture.

Support teaching in undergraduate papers, primarily those at 100-level such as CHEM191 and CHEM199.

15d ago

Listed more than thirty days ago

Production Scientist

at Syft Technologies Ltd

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$70,000 – $90,000 per year

Build tech for real-world applications like environmental and pharmaceuticals
Work for a globally recognized company based in the Heart of Christchurch
Combine scientific thinking with hands-on work

Combine scientific thinking with hands-on problem solving while working with sophisticated analytical instruments used worldwide

Responsive hirer

30d+ ago•Expiring

Listed seven days ago

Deep-Sea Benthic Ecology Postdoc - Earth Sciences

at New Zealand Institute for Earth Science

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$80,000 - $90,000

Two-year fixed term opportunity
Varied, challenging and important work with talented colleagues
Join a supportive, purpose-driven science organisation

Early career researcher wanted to contribute to deep-sea ecology, benthic science and marine conservation research.

7d ago

Listed seven days ago

Research Advisor

at University of Otago

This is a Full time job

North Dunedin, Otago

Appointment range $75,631 to $80,503

Salary + 6.75% Superannuation + 5 weeks annual leave.
On-going professional development opportunities.
Work in a stunning, historic campus location.

Play a vital role in supporting academic staff by providing strategic advice and assistance.

7d ago

Listed seven days ago

Deep-Sea Benthic Ecology Postdoc - Earth Sciences

at New Zealand Institute for Earth Science

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$80,000 - $90,000

Two-year fixed term opportunity
Varied, challenging and important work with talented colleagues
Join a supportive, purpose-driven science organisation

Early career researcher wanted to contribute to deep-sea ecology, benthic science and marine conservation research.

7d ago

Listed five days ago

Research Fellow - Auckland History Initiative

at The University of Auckland

Be an early applicant

This is a Part time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

The remuneration for this role is in the range at

Advance research and public engagement on Auckland’s history
Build partnerships with schools, archives, and communities.
Manage digital content, supervise research projects

Part-time, fixed-term Research Fellow for Auckland History Initiative, starting 1 Dec 2026.

5d ago

Listed seven days ago

Scientist - Animal Science

at DairyNZ

This is a Full time job

Newstead, Waikato

Work that makes a difference: a strong purpose and values-led culture
Vibrant culture + strong organisational values + supportive environment
Flexible working + EAP services

Our scientists deliver high-quality applied research that improves the sustainability, profitability and productivity of New Zealand dairy farms.

7d ago

Listed eight days ago

Research Advisor

at PHF Science

This is a Full time job

Wellington(Hybrid)

Flexible working options to support balancing work and non-work commitments
Career development provided
Access to employee health schemes, social events and wellbeing initiatives

PHF Science is seeking a proactive and organised Research Advisor to join our Office of the Chief Scientist, reporting to the Head of Research.

8d ago

Listed seven days ago

Postgraduate Research Administrator x 2

at Lincoln University

This is a Full time job

Lincoln, Canterbury

$68 - $75K + benefits

Supportive leadership + collaborative team
Employee perks including free parking, gym + generous leave entitlements
Help shape the future of Lincoln’s postgraduate students

Two roles available to support postgrad students & academic staff through admissions, candidature, examinations, scholarships & graduation processes

7d ago

Listed eight days ago

Senior Research Advisor

at PHF Science

This is a Full time job

Wellington(Hybrid)

Flexible working options to support balancing work and non-work commitments
Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
access to employee health schemes

PHF Science is seeking a proactive and experienced Senior Research Advisor to join our Office of the Chief Scientist.

8d ago

Listed eight days ago

Invasion Ecologist

at Cawthron

This is a Full time job

Nelson Central, Tasman

Lead high-impact marine biosecurity research with real-world impact
Work with leading scientists, industry and government to protect NZ's ecosystems
Live and work in Nelson with great research facilities and an enviable lifestyle

Live and work in Nelson with great research facilities and an enviable lifestyle

8d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Junior Data Scientist

at Atom Intelligence

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$26 – $30 per hour

Join Atom Intelligence as a Junior Data Scientist in Auckland! Bilingual Chinese/English required. Build AI models for Asia-Pacific brands.

29d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty nine days ago

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer - Geoscience

at Massey University

This is a Full time job

Massey University, Manawatu

$86113 - $152711 p.a.

Deliver inspiring teaching across Earth Science programmes.
Lead impactful research and supervise postgraduate students.
Build industry partnerships and contribute to applied projects.

Shape future Earth scientists through teaching, research and industry engagement in a collaborative academic environment.

29d ago•Expiring

Listed six days ago

Kaiwhakaako (Lecturer) - Core & Shared Courses (fixed term)

at Auckland University Of Technology

This is a Full time job

Northcote, Auckland

$94-$112k+ generous leave + professional fund

Deliver high-quality, culturally grounded teaching for diverse learners
Fixed-term until the end of Semester 1, 2027, full-time role based at AUT in Auc
Excellent Staff benefits

An opportunity for a motivated Lecturer to make a significant impact and develop their career in teaching, research and service.

6d ago

Listed eight days ago

Commercial Research Lead

at DairyNZ

This is a Full time job

Newstead, Waikato

Lead the coordination and delivery of commercial research, connecting scientists, clients and industry partners to deliver impact for dairy farmers.

8d ago

Listed two days ago

Atmospheric Modeller - Data Assimilation

at New Zealand Institute for Earth Science

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$97,000 - $138,000

Help design & build a new enhanced multi-hazard monitoring & forecasting system
Varied, challenging and important work with talented colleagues
Generous leave entitlements and employee benefits.

This is an exciting opportunity to take a leading role in the development and application of new data assimilation infrastructure and techniques.

2d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Animal Genomics Research Associate

at AgResearch

This is a Full time job

Mosgiel, Otago

Contribute towards great outcomes for Science within this vital NZ organisation
Enhanced leave and insurance benefits
Supportive and inclusive team environment

Bring your passion for animal genetics and genomics to a hands-on role with data and sample collection across animal research projects.

24d ago•Expiring

Listed seven hours ago

Environmental Epidemiologist & Modeller

at PHF Science

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

1-year fixed term opportunity
Christchurch based
Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

We have a full-time, 1-year fixed term opportunity for an Environmental Epidemiologist and Modeller to join our Health Security Group.

7h ago

Listed five days ago

Research Engineer - Cheese Foods

at Fonterra Co-operative Group Ltd

This is a Full time job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

Be Inspired Here
Feel Included Here
Grow Here

We’re looking for a Research Engineer to join the Cheese Foods team on a permanent basis at our Research and Development Centre in Palmerston North

5d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Senior Public Health Data Informatician

at PHF Science

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

Fixed-term position to 30 April 2029
Based at Wallaceville, Upper Hutt
Access to employee health schemes, social events and wellbeing initiatives

Fixed-term position to 30 April 2029, based at the PHF Science Wallaceville Science Centre, Upper Hutt.

27d ago•Expiring

Listed two days ago

Research Nurse

at The University of Auckland

This is a Part time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Salary range: $73,400 to $90,700

Flexible employment practices
Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave

We are seeking a motivated Research Nurse to join the Department of Surgery within the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences.

2d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Education Adviser - Medical Education Unit

at University of Otago

This is a Part time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Provide expert advice on curriculum design, assessment & evaluation
Make a significant contribution to ongoing teaching of medical students
Based on our Christchurch Campus

An exciting opportunity to influence the learning experiences of future health professionals while working within a supportive & forward-thinking team

21d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty one days ago