Postdoctoral Jobs in All Wellington, Job Vacancies - Mar 2026

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Advocacy and Policy Officer

at Australasian College of Paramedicine

This is a Part time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Remote)

$78,000 – $83,000 per year (pro-rata, 0.25 FTE)

Flexible, part‑time role – 0.25 FTE (1 day / week), fully remote within Aotearoa
Purpose‑driven impact – Contribute to meaningful health policy for paramedicine

Flexible, part‑time role – 0.25 FTE (1 day / week), fully remote within Aotearoa
Purpose‑driven impact – Contribute to meaningful health policy for paramedicine

A flexible, part‑time, remote role supporting health policy, advocacy, and professional engagement to strengthen paramedicine’s voice across Aotearoa

subClassification: PolicyPolicy

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

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Climate & Frost Risk Analyst

at FrostBoss Ltd

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Remote)

Travel NZ wide and Australia
Flexible location - WFH
Opportunity to grow with genuine long-term career progression.

Travel NZ wide and Australia
Flexible location - WFH
Opportunity to grow with genuine long-term career progression.

Use data and fieldwork to turn climate insights into advice that will help growers manage frost risk across NZ and Australia.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

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Listed eighteen hours ago

Senior Scientist, Genomics

at Ministry for Primary Industries

This is a Full time job

Wallaceville, Wellington

$100,934 - $118,005 depending on experience

This directorate are the guardians of Aotearoa New Zealand's biosecurity
Highly qualified, passionate professionals working on a variety of projects
Additional MPI leave days

This directorate are the guardians of Aotearoa New Zealand's biosecurity
Highly qualified, passionate professionals working on a variety of projects
Additional MPI leave days

Play a key role in advancing our capability in next generation sequencing (NGS)

subClassification: Biotechnology & GeneticsBiotechnology & Genetics

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

18h ago

Listed seven days ago

Kairuruku | Research Fellow in Protein Design

at Victoria University of Wellington

This is a Full time job

Kelburn, Wellington

$91,738 to $107,600 per annum

Benefits include staff discounts at leading retailers
Join a world-class team of experts in chemistry and biology
Come work on our largest campus in Wellington with onsite cafes

Benefits include staff discounts at leading retailers
Join a world-class team of experts in chemistry and biology
Come work on our largest campus in Wellington with onsite cafes

Two-year, full-time position to contribute to a research programme at the interface of biochemistry and immunology.

subClassification: Biotechnology & GeneticsBiotechnology & Genetics

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

7d ago

Listed three days ago

Kairuruku | Research Assistant

at Victoria University of Wellington

This is a Full time job

Gracefield, Wellington

$64,686 per annum

Fixed-term, full-time for 12 months
Benefits include staff discounts at leading retailers
Develop your research career within an academic R&D environment

Fixed-term, full-time for 12 months
Benefits include staff discounts at leading retailers
Develop your research career within an academic R&D environment

Join our Clean Materials research team, primarily on our R&D programme investigating the development of low energy, CO2 negative iron-based cement.

subClassification: Materials SciencesMaterials Sciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

3d ago

Listed five days ago

Senior/Policy Advisor - 3 positions

at Department of Conservation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington(Hybrid)

Join one of our fun and exciting teams, always keen for the quiz and coffee!
Three secondment/ fixed-term roles available in the policy directorate at DOC.
Roles could be for either Advisor or Senior Advisor. Wellington based.

Join one of our fun and exciting teams, always keen for the quiz and coffee!
Three secondment/ fixed-term roles available in the policy directorate at DOC.
Roles could be for either Advisor or Senior Advisor. Wellington based.

Te Papa Atawhai DOC has an opportunity to shape and influence policy that drives transformational change in Aotearoa's conservation sector.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

5d ago

Listed four days ago

Science Researcher - Concepts, Strategy and Analytics

at New Zealand Defence Force | Te Ope Kātua o Aotearoa

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$88,217 - $101,930 (including 4% superannuation)

Unique, specialised junior role supported by a professional team
Have the skills to translate complex analytical results into clear insights
Permanent role based at either Devonport Naval Base or Wellington

Unique, specialised junior role supported by a professional team
Have the skills to translate complex analytical results into clear insights
Permanent role based at either Devonport Naval Base or Wellington

Junior role ready for someone naturally curious and wanting to continually develop their own skills and experiences

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

4d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Experienced Professionals - Foreign Policy Opportunities

at Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade

This is a Full time job

Wellington

Recruiting now for a start in July 2026
Work for New Zealanders on global issues
Build a varied, meaningful career in Wellington and overseas

Recruiting now for a start in July 2026
Work for New Zealanders on global issues
Build a varied, meaningful career in Wellington and overseas

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade welcomes applications from experienced policy professionals.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

14d ago

Listed four days ago

Advocacy and Policy Officer

at Australasian College of Paramedicine

This is a Part time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Remote)

$78,000 – $83,000 per year (pro-rata, 0.25 FTE)

Flexible, part‑time role – 0.25 FTE (1 day / week), fully remote within Aotearoa
Purpose‑driven impact – Contribute to meaningful health policy for paramedicine

Flexible, part‑time role – 0.25 FTE (1 day / week), fully remote within Aotearoa
Purpose‑driven impact – Contribute to meaningful health policy for paramedicine

A flexible, part‑time, remote role supporting health policy, advocacy, and professional engagement to strengthen paramedicine’s voice across Aotearoa

subClassification: PolicyPolicy

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

4d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Kairangahau Mātauranga | Researcher Pacific Education

at New Zealand Council for Educational Research

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Whanaungatanga, Manaakitanga, Ako underpin our culture
Bi-cultural working space
Maintain work-life balance

Whanaungatanga, Manaakitanga, Ako underpin our culture
Bi-cultural working space
Maintain work-life balance

Opportunity to undertake Pacific education focused research.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

13d ago

Listed ten days ago

Climate & Frost Risk Analyst

at FrostBoss Ltd

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Remote)

Travel NZ wide and Australia
Flexible location - WFH
Opportunity to grow with genuine long-term career progression.

Travel NZ wide and Australia
Flexible location - WFH
Opportunity to grow with genuine long-term career progression.

Use data and fieldwork to turn climate insights into advice that will help growers manage frost risk across NZ and Australia.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

10d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Evaluation Practice Lead - Evidence and Effectiveness

at Ministry of Social Development

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$161,811 - $214,131

Permanent role
Wellington based
Salary range $161,811 - $214,131

Permanent role
Wellington based
Salary range $161,811 - $214,131

We are seeking a candidate who balances deep expertise in mixed method evaluation with a pragmatic approach to delivering in a government context.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

11d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Policy Advisor

at The Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$76,000 – $103,000 per annum

Support Aotearoa's GP workforce through the policy and advocacy environment
Unique not-for-profit education organisation
Flexible working, professional development opportunities, wellness benefits

Support Aotearoa's GP workforce through the policy and advocacy environment
Unique not-for-profit education organisation
Flexible working, professional development opportunities, wellness benefits

Practical policy that lands: help reduce health inequities and support GPs by translating complex issues into clear, evidence based advice.

subClassification: PolicyPolicy

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

12d ago

Listed four days ago

Policy Analysts - Strategy and Policy

at Ministry of Health

This is a Full time job

Wellington

Midpoint of $86,862 dependent on experience

Wellington based | Full-time Permanent
Contribute to work that improves health outcomes
Four positions available!!

Wellington based | Full-time Permanent
Contribute to work that improves health outcomes
Four positions available!!

Build your policy career while shaping advice that improves health outcomes and advances equity across Aotearoa

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

4d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Group AI Manager – AI Workflows & Automation

at Allen & Clarke Policy & Regulatory Specialists

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$130,000 – $150,000 per year

This role requires someone who can translate AI capability into practical systems that improve how teams work.

subClassification: Product Management & DevelopmentProduct Management & Development

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

17d ago

Listed three days ago

Senior Monitoring, Evaluation and Research Practitioner

at The Salvation Army NZ

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$94,768K - $127,715 per annum

Free confidential counselling services to support your wellbeing
Subsidised flu vaccinations
An additional working week of Salvation Army leave awarded annually on 1 July

Free confidential counselling services to support your wellbeing
Subsidised flu vaccinations
An additional working week of Salvation Army leave awarded annually on 1 July

Looking for an analytical leader to champion Monitoring, Evaluation and Research and enable data‑led impact.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

3d ago

Listed five days ago

Analyst

at The Treasury

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Have you got what it takes to shape Aotearoa New Zealand’s tomorrow?
Work on high-profile projects and influence real change
Supportive environment for growth and development

Have you got what it takes to shape Aotearoa New Zealand’s tomorrow?
Work on high-profile projects and influence real change
Supportive environment for growth and development

Policy Analyst – Financial Markets and Regulatory Institutions

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

5d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Researcher Analyst

at Ministry of Justice

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$67,066 and $90,008

Contribute to nationally significant Waitangi Tribunal inquiries.
Deliver research that supports justice and Treaty outcomes.
Work across courts and tribunals improving services nationwide.

Contribute to nationally significant Waitangi Tribunal inquiries.
Deliver research that supports justice and Treaty outcomes.
Work across courts and tribunals improving services nationwide.

Conduct research and analysis to support Waitangi Tribunal inquiries, facilitate hearings, and assist in drafting reports across the inquiry lifecycle

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

14d ago

Listed fifteen hours ago

Advisor, Reviews and System Capability

at Ministry for Regulation

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$79,078 – $104,887 per year

Opportunity for someone seeking their first advisor role
Collaborate in an environment that values your expertise and ideas
Join a fun and collaborative team

Opportunity for someone seeking their first advisor role
Collaborate in an environment that values your expertise and ideas
Join a fun and collaborative team

Join a small, smart, future-focused and passionate team, committed to creating system-level impact.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

15h ago

Listed five days ago

Advisor

at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Remote)

Collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders across clinical, operational and corporate teams.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

5d ago

Listed four days ago

Policy & Advocacy Lead

at Unicef

This is a Part time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$105,000 – $120,000 per annum pro rata

Lead policy and advocacy to influence government, strengthen systems, and advance children’s rights in Aotearoa and globally.

subClassification: PolicyPolicy

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

4d ago

Listed three days ago

Health Technology Assessment Advisor - Health Economics

at PHARMAC

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Shape national health outcomes making differences for all New Zealand
Engage in meaningful and analytical work
Enjoy generous employee benefits and workplace flexibility

Shape national health outcomes making differences for all New Zealand
Engage in meaningful and analytical work
Enjoy generous employee benefits and workplace flexibility

Help shape public health by assessing medicines and devices using strong clinical and economic evidence at Pharmac.

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

3d ago

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