Research Project Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

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Project Manager

at The University of Auckland

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

$120,000-$140,000 depending on experience

5 weeks' annual leave + 37.5 hours/ per week
Shape the future of health education through high-impact project delivery
Flexible working options & up to 6.75% super

5 weeks' annual leave + 37.5 hours/ per week
Shape the future of health education through high-impact project delivery
Flexible working options & up to 6.75% super

Lead complex, high-impact projects within a Medical Faculty. Influence senior stakeholders, drive delivery, and turn complexity into clear, actionable

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

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

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Research Network Senior Manager (Transformational Technologies Research Network)

at Auckland University Of Technology

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This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Lead a flagship, pan-university research network
Drive strategic partnerships and secure major external research funding
2-year fixed-term, full-time role based at AUT’s City Campus

Lead a flagship, pan-university research network
Drive strategic partnerships and secure major external research funding
2-year fixed-term, full-time role based at AUT’s City Campus

Provide strategic and operational leadership for the AUT Transformational Technologies Research Network

subClassification: Management - UniversitiesManagement - Universities

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

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Listed ten hours ago

Policy and Research Analyst

at Madison Recruitment Limited

This is a Full time job

Christchurch, Canterbury

Strong salary, great benefits and a standout team!

Shape evidence‑based funding that supports communities
Turn research and data into practical insights
Build trusted community relationships

Shape evidence‑based funding that supports communities
Turn research and data into practical insights
Build trusted community relationships

Use your policy and research skills to support community wellbeing, guide funding decisions, and help shape meaningful long‑term impact.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

10h ago

Listed one day ago

Project Manager

at The University of Auckland

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

$120,000-$140,000 depending on experience

5 weeks' annual leave + 37.5 hours/ per week
Shape the future of health education through high-impact project delivery
Flexible working options & up to 6.75% super

5 weeks' annual leave + 37.5 hours/ per week
Shape the future of health education through high-impact project delivery
Flexible working options & up to 6.75% super

Lead complex, high-impact projects within a Medical Faculty. Influence senior stakeholders, drive delivery, and turn complexity into clear, actionable

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

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

1d ago

Listed two days ago

Researcher (30 hrs/week)

at JOYN

This is a Part time job

Auckland(Remote)

Opportunity to work from home 30 hours/week
Familiarity with BOP/Tauranga/Taupo region a plus!
Phone based research role

Opportunity to work from home 30 hours/week
Familiarity with BOP/Tauranga/Taupo region a plus!
Phone based research role

A natural communicator who thrives on building relationships and uncovering information? Familiarity with BOP/Taupo/Tauranga regions an advantage!

subClassification: Digital & Search MarketingDigital & Search Marketing

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

2d ago

Listed four hours ago

Research Network Senior Manager (Transformational Technologies Research Network)

at Auckland University Of Technology

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Lead a flagship, pan-university research network
Drive strategic partnerships and secure major external research funding
2-year fixed-term, full-time role based at AUT’s City Campus

Lead a flagship, pan-university research network
Drive strategic partnerships and secure major external research funding
2-year fixed-term, full-time role based at AUT’s City Campus

Provide strategic and operational leadership for the AUT Transformational Technologies Research Network

subClassification: Management - UniversitiesManagement - Universities

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

4h ago

Listed seven days ago

Science Project Administrator

at The a2 Milk Company

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Support science projects by managing timelines, budgets, and documentation.
Manage admin, travel, reporting, and compliance activities.
Gain exposure to budgets, reporting, logistics, and R&D operations.

Support science projects by managing timelines, budgets, and documentation.
Manage admin, travel, reporting, and compliance activities.
Gain exposure to budgets, reporting, logistics, and R&D operations.

Join a2 Milk Company as a Science Project Administrator – coordinate science projects, manage budgets, and support innovation in a dynamic team.

subClassification: OtherOther

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

7d ago

Listed one day ago

Research Assistant - Food & Bioactives

at Cawthron

This is a Full time job

Nelson Central, Tasman

World-class science institute
Use your analytical chemistry skills beyond the lab
Learn alongside experienced scientists

World-class science institute
Use your analytical chemistry skills beyond the lab
Learn alongside experienced scientists

Analytical chemistry, real projects, real impact - join a leading research institute as a Research Assistant.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Research Network Coordinator

at Auckland University Of Technology

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$76k - 102k + flexible work arrangements + more

Fixed-term two-year position
Flexible working arrangements
Professional Development Opportunities

Fixed-term two-year position
Flexible working arrangements
Professional Development Opportunities

This is a 2-year fixed-term, full-time opportunity to provide support the delivery & growth of the AUT Transformational Technologies Research Network

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

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

1d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Creator & Influencer Marketing Associate

at Moodi

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Ponsonby, Auckland(Hybrid)

Join one of Australasia’s fastest-growing wellness brands
High-impact role with real ownership and career growth
Hybrid and flexible work place

Join one of Australasia’s fastest-growing wellness brands
High-impact role with real ownership and career growth
Hybrid and flexible work place

Own and scale Moodi’s creator and influencer engine, building partnerships and sourcing high-performing content that drives growth.

subClassification: Digital & Search MarketingDigital & Search Marketing

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

28d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Junior Formulation Chemist

at Randstad - Business Support

This is a Full time job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

Be part of a team developing high-end cosmetic products for iconic NZ brands
Gain hands-on experience across formulation,testing, and client collaboration
Work life balance with 3pm finishes, health insurance, and a great team culture

Be part of a team developing high-end cosmetic products for iconic NZ brands
Gain hands-on experience across formulation,testing, and client collaboration
Work life balance with 3pm finishes, health insurance, and a great team culture

Junior chemist wanted! Develop skincare for leading brands, gain hands-on Lab experience, and enjoy a 3pm finish every day

subClassification: Chemistry & PhysicsChemistry & Physics

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

14d ago

Listed four hours ago

Coding Analyst

at Ipsos NZ

Be an early applicant

This is a Part time job

Ellerslie, Auckland(Hybrid)

Great role with global insights company Ipsos
Auckland or Wellington based (flexible for the right candidate)
Support high-quality data delivery and structured coding processes

Great role with global insights company Ipsos
Auckland or Wellington based (flexible for the right candidate)
Support high-quality data delivery and structured coding processes

If you’re detail-focused and enjoy working with data, join Ipsos as a Coding Analyst and help turn open-ended responses into high-quality insights.

subClassification: Banking - Corporate & InstitutionalBanking - Corporate & Institutional

classification: Banking & Financial Services(Banking & Financial Services)

4h ago

Listed eight days ago

Business Development and Systems Coordinator

at Damwatch Engineering Ltd

This is a Part time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$80,000 – $110,000 per year

Variety and visibility
Meaningful work that supports quality and growth.
Flexible, part time role in collaborative Wellington team.

Variety and visibility
Meaningful work that supports quality and growth.
Flexible, part time role in collaborative Wellington team.

If you love organisation, great presentation, and making systems work better, this part time role offers variety at the heart of our business.

subClassification: OtherOther

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

8d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Research Interviewer - Youth Mental Health Survey

at Ipsos NZ

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland Airport, Auckland(Hybrid)

Kia ora, talofa lava, mālō e lelei, kia orana, bula vinaka! Join a team helping to shape the future for Aotearoa by reflecting all voices...

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

13d ago

Listed three days ago

Cancer Prevention & Equity Advisor

at Cancer Society Auckland Northland

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$75,000 – $80,000 per year

Meaningful work, strong values, real impact
Join a diverse & supportive team who value collaboration & dedication

Meaningful work, strong values, real impact
Join a diverse & supportive team who value collaboration & dedication

Use your health promotion, advocacy, and coordination skills to reduce cancer inequities for Māori and Pasifika communities in Tāmaki.

subClassification: Indigenous & Multicultural ServicesIndigenous & Multicultural Services

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

3d ago

Listed one day ago

Youth Administrator (Project)

at Hato Hone St John

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

10 hours per week, can be worked flexibly across the week
Hybrid working; collaborative and high trust culture
Proud signatory of the Pride Pledge, we champion a rainbow-inclusive workplace

10 hours per week, can be worked flexibly across the week
Hybrid working; collaborative and high trust culture
Proud signatory of the Pride Pledge, we champion a rainbow-inclusive workplace

18 month fixed term role, bring your strong admin and project management skills to this special youth programme project. 10 hours per week.

subClassification: OtherOther

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

1d ago

Listed fourteen 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)

14d ago

Listed eight 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)

8d ago

Listed ten days ago

NPD Technologist (12 Month Term)

at BODCO

This is a Full time job

Pukete, Waikato

Working closely with our Technical & Quality Director we're looking for someone who is driven/eager to develop a career in the Infant Formula industry

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

10d ago

Listed one day ago

Assistant Research Fellow - Surgery and Critical Care

at University of Otago

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago

$62,496 to $84,125 (pro-rata)

Develop research skills with the support of the research team
Develop data collection tools
Be part of something truly meaningful, where you make a difference.

Develop research skills with the support of the research team
Develop data collection tools
Be part of something truly meaningful, where you make a difference.

Work in the Department of Surgery and Critical Care (Faculty of Medicine – Dunedin) in the Neurosurgery Section, based in the Dunedin Hospital

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

1d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Technical Specialist

at Jaychem Industries Limited

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

East Tamaki, Auckland

Make an impact in a Regulated, Innovative Industry
Be Trained and Mentored by Industry Experts
Work Across the Full Product Development Lifecycle

Make an impact in a Regulated, Innovative Industry
Be Trained and Mentored by Industry Experts
Work Across the Full Product Development Lifecycle

Join a team passionate about pharmaceutical innovation!

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

28d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Product and Manufacturing Engineer

at Sprout Group Ltd

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Penrose, Auckland

Bring your practical, hands-on nature and passion for design for manufacture
Join a high-growth environment with new premises, expansion, and plenty to learn
Combine mechanical design know-how with practical manufacturing experience

Bring your practical, hands-on nature and passion for design for manufacture
Join a high-growth environment with new premises, expansion, and plenty to learn
Combine mechanical design know-how with practical manufacturing experience

Drive NZ manufacturing with new tech and product design, applying commercial insight to turn mechanical and technical designs into practical solutions

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

29d ago

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