Research Scientist Contract Temp Jobs in All New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

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Technician - Agriculture Sample Reception

at Hill Labs

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hamilton Lake, Waikato

Full on the job training provided

Be part of a collaborative and professional team
Enjoy a role that offers variety, challenge, and professional growth
Job related learning and development opportunities

Be part of a collaborative and professional team
Enjoy a role that offers variety, challenge, and professional growth
Job related learning and development opportunities

We have fixed term opportunities available. Full on the job training provided - No previous laboratory experience required

subClassification: HorticultureHorticulture

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

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Laboratory Assistant

at SGS New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Waihi, Waikato

Join a highly successful NZ and global business
Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
Based in Waihi

Join a highly successful NZ and global business
Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
Based in Waihi

We are looking for a Laboratory Assistant to join our Waihi laboratory on a 6‑month fixed‑term contract.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

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Listed five hours ago

Laboratory Technician

at Massey University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Palmerston North, Manawatu

$60069 - $84876 p.a.

Perform accurate routine analyses in a fast-paced nutrition lab
Support quality, safety, SOPs, and compliance with minimal supervision
Collaborate, manage samples, equipment, and data to meet deadlines

Perform accurate routine analyses in a fast-paced nutrition lab
Support quality, safety, SOPs, and compliance with minimal supervision
Collaborate, manage samples, equipment, and data to meet deadlines

Join Massey University's Nutrition Lab as a Technician supporting high-quality analysis, research, and teaching in a collaborative Manawatū team.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

5h ago

Listed one day ago

Technician - Agriculture Sample Reception

at Hill Labs

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hamilton Lake, Waikato

Full on the job training provided

Be part of a collaborative and professional team
Enjoy a role that offers variety, challenge, and professional growth
Job related learning and development opportunities

Be part of a collaborative and professional team
Enjoy a role that offers variety, challenge, and professional growth
Job related learning and development opportunities

We have fixed term opportunities available. Full on the job training provided - No previous laboratory experience required

subClassification: HorticultureHorticulture

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

1d ago

Listed five days ago

Molecular Biology Technician (Fixed Term 6 months)

at New Zealand Institute for Earth Science

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

6-month Fixed Term opportunity, join Earth Sciences NZ's molecular biology team
Expand your molecular biology skills and experience
Contribute to environmental science to benefit Aotearoa New Zealand

6-month Fixed Term opportunity, join Earth Sciences NZ's molecular biology team
Expand your molecular biology skills and experience
Contribute to environmental science to benefit Aotearoa New Zealand

We are looking for an experienced laboratory technician to join our molecular biology team on a 6-month fixed-term contract.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

5d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Research Liaison and Grants Coordinator

at Cure Kids

This is a Contract/Temp job

Greenlane, Auckland(Hybrid)

Research
Child Health
Not for Profit

Research
Child Health
Not for Profit

Join Cure Kids to lead and manage the annual research granting round and manage the coordination of open grants.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

22d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Laboratory Assistant

at SGS New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Waihi, Waikato

Join a highly successful NZ and global business
Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
Based in Waihi

Join a highly successful NZ and global business
Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development
Based in Waihi

We are looking for a Laboratory Assistant to join our Waihi laboratory on a 6‑month fixed‑term contract.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

19d ago

Listed six days ago

Postdoctoral Fellow - Precision Fermentation

at Massey University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Massey University, Manawatu

World-leading food and nutrition research centre training future science leaders
NZ-wide partnership driving integrated, industry-transforming food research
Three-year role advancing precision fermentation and bio-based proteins

World-leading food and nutrition research centre training future science leaders
NZ-wide partnership driving integrated, industry-transforming food research
Three-year role advancing precision fermentation and bio-based proteins

Join a world-class NZ research institute to advance precision fermentation and help transform the food industry through collaborative science.

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

6d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Construction Systems, AI and Sector Resilience

at Auckland University Of Technology

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$80k - 85k p.a + professional development + more

Generous Leave Entitlements
Flexible working arrangements
Professional Development Opportunities

Generous Leave Entitlements
Flexible working arrangements
Professional Development Opportunities

We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join a nationally significant research programme, CanConstruct Aotearoa.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

12d ago

Listed six days ago

Advisor Science, Medicines Assessor

at Ministry of Health

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

Midpoint of $92,874 dependent on experience

Fixed Term | Wellington based position | until 8 October 2026
Provide high quality advice on quality, safety and efficacy of medicines
Assess pharmaceutical submissions against requirements in NZ and internationally

Fixed Term | Wellington based position | until 8 October 2026
Provide high quality advice on quality, safety and efficacy of medicines
Assess pharmaceutical submissions against requirements in NZ and internationally

Evaluate the quality of new and changed medicines for the NZ public

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

6d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Product Assessor

at Zespri International Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

Seasonal fixed term roles: 6 months from April/May until end of October
Conduct quality assessments, audits & compliance checks across the season
Full NZ licence, pass eyesight test, flexible hours & able to stand long periods

Seasonal fixed term roles: 6 months from April/May until end of October
Conduct quality assessments, audits & compliance checks across the season
Full NZ licence, pass eyesight test, flexible hours & able to stand long periods

Seasonal Product Assessors needed Apr/May-Oct to complete quality assessments, audits and compliance checks on a rotating roster (incl. weekends).

subClassification: HorticultureHorticulture

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

12d ago

Listed four days ago

Laboratory Technician

at DB Breweries Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Join us at DB Waitematā Brewery as a Laboratory Technician in our quality‑driven team.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

4d ago

Listed five hours ago

Data Analyst - Leave Cover Position (9 months)

at lawlab Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Experienced and driven Data Analyst required for leave cover position in tech focused law firm

subClassification: Property LawProperty Law

classification: Legal(Legal)

5h ago

Listed seven days ago

Kaiwhakarite Kaupapa Māori (Māori Project and Equity Officer)

at Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Commensurate with skills & experience

2 Year Fixed-Term Contract I Part-time (3 days a week) opportunity
ANZCA Wellington Office location - flexible working available
Internationally recognised, membership-based specialist medical college

2 Year Fixed-Term Contract I Part-time (3 days a week) opportunity
ANZCA Wellington Office location - flexible working available
Internationally recognised, membership-based specialist medical college

An exciting opportunity to lead meaningful health equity initiatives and embed Te Tiriti o Waitangi across a national medical college.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

7d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Quality Assurance - Food Manufacturing

at Priestley's Gourmet Delights

This is a Contract/Temp job

Blenheim Central, Marlborough

We are seeking a reliable Quality Assurance Officer to join our team as a leading producer of meringues, pavlovas and lamingtons.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

13d ago

Listed one hour ago

Postdoctoral Fellow in Mathematics

at University of Canterbury

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

World-class Research Institute

A globally recognised, research-led university with a strong academic reputation
Supportive, collegial environment that values innovation and collaboration
Modern campus with excellent facilities and benefits

A globally recognised, research-led university with a strong academic reputation
Supportive, collegial environment that values innovation and collaboration
Modern campus with excellent facilities and benefits

Join UC as a Lecturer or Postdoctoral researcher contributing to a Marsden-funded project in Finite Geometry and Coding Theory.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

1h ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Senior AI & Tool Development Engineer (Full-time/Remote)

at BW IP Holdings Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

$75 – $95 per hour

Have the autonomy to shape our AI direction from the ground up, access to the latest tools and frameworks, and the freedom to work from anywhere!

subClassification: Developers/ProgrammersDevelopers/Programmers

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

22d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Medical Device Sales Representative – Surgical Portfolio

at Mayes Healthcare

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Make your mark in the surgical space with a breakthrough product range
Be part of a national expansion for a leading surgical innovation
Exceptional training, mentorship, and support

Make your mark in the surgical space with a breakthrough product range
Be part of a national expansion for a leading surgical innovation
Exceptional training, mentorship, and support

Join an agile team driving surgical innovation with full training, strong support, and clear pathways to grow your healthcare sales career.

subClassification: SalesSales

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

11d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Grants Strategist | Client Manager

at JOYN

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington(Remote)

Flexible working around core hours, attractive salary, part-time role
Supportive team culture, structured induction programme
Work from home, caring, values led team who strive to make a difference

Flexible working around core hours, attractive salary, part-time role
Supportive team culture, structured induction programme
Work from home, caring, values led team who strive to make a difference

Be part of a values-led, supportive team making a real difference in the charitable sector, part-time, parental leave contract, work from home role

subClassification: FundraisingFundraising

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

13d ago

Listed four days ago

Graduate Energy Project Coordinator - 2 Year Fixed Term Contract

at Auckland Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Work-life balance and flexibility

Great opportunity for a recent graduate
Supportive team environment focused on learning and growth
Two-year fixed term contract

Great opportunity for a recent graduate
Supportive team environment focused on learning and growth
Two-year fixed term contract

Contribute to real energy savings and carbon reduction outcomes

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

4d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Documentation / Research Specialist

at Admin By Request NZ Limited

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Papakura, Auckland(Hybrid)

Technical writing + research role. Create docs in MadCap Flare and analyse user engagement. Part-time/contract, hybrid. IT/cybersecurity focus.

subClassification: Market Research & AnalysisMarket Research & Analysis

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

25d ago

Listed six days ago

Senior Advisor

at Ministry of Health

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington

Midpoint of $106,849, dependent on experience

Focused on improving cancer treatment in Aotearoa
Fixed term, fulltime, Wellington based opportunity until July 2027
Salary midpoint of $106,849 (actual salary dependent on your experience)

Focused on improving cancer treatment in Aotearoa
Fixed term, fulltime, Wellington based opportunity until July 2027
Salary midpoint of $106,849 (actual salary dependent on your experience)

Join us in making a meaningful impact as a Senior Advisor in the System Performance and Innovation team at Te Aho o Te Kahu.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

6d ago

Listed one hour ago

Content Writer - Agriculture & Horticulture

at New Zealand Management Academies Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

3–6 month remote contract, NZ-wide applicants welcome
Brand-new Level 2 Primary Industry Skills programme
Create lesson plans, workbooks, and learning resources

3–6 month remote contract, NZ-wide applicants welcome
Brand-new Level 2 Primary Industry Skills programme
Create lesson plans, workbooks, and learning resources

Create engaging agriculture and horticulture content and help shape future learners across Aotearoa.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

1h ago

Listed seven days ago

QA Team Lead

at Zespri International Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

Immediate start to lead 16 assessors and coach through the season
Deliver audit plan; track, trend and analyse data to close gaps
Partner with quality teams to resolve compliance issues fast and safely

Immediate start to lead 16 assessors and coach through the season
Deliver audit plan; track, trend and analyse data to close gaps
Partner with quality teams to resolve compliance issues fast and safely

Lead a 16-person Product Assessor team to deliver audits, analyse quality data, and resolve product compliance issues during the season.

subClassification: HorticultureHorticulture

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

7d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Behaviour Specialist

at Sommerville School

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Panmure, Auckland(Hybrid)

determined by relevant collective agreement

Full-time hours
Flexible working hours during school holidays
Professional learning and development opportunities

Full-time hours
Flexible working hours during school holidays
Professional learning and development opportunities

Sommerville is hiring a fixed-term Behaviour Specialist

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

28d ago

Listed four days ago

Medical Loan Kits Technician

at Synergy Consulting Group 2008 Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

$27 – $30 per hour

Supportive team environment
Mt Wellington based
Competitive hourly rate

Supportive team environment
Mt Wellington based
Competitive hourly rate

Join a supportive team and play a key role in helping hospitals deliver great care - a pick and packing role with a difference

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

4d ago

Listed seven days ago

Marine Technical Advisor (Fixed Term)

at Department of Conservation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Contribute to vital biodiversity conservation efforts for our marine ecosystems
Work with scientific experts and tangata whenua to support strategy development
Full-time, fixed term role until April 2027; Auckland location

Contribute to vital biodiversity conservation efforts for our marine ecosystems
Work with scientific experts and tangata whenua to support strategy development
Full-time, fixed term role until April 2027; Auckland location

Bring your passion for marine conservation to a role that offers professional development and makes a difference for nature.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

7d ago

Listed two hours ago

Content Writer - Leadership (Level 3)

at New Zealand Management Academies Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

3–6 month remote contract, NZ-wide applicants welcome
Develop lesson plans, workbooks, and learner resources
Brand-new Level 3 Leadership course development

3–6 month remote contract, NZ-wide applicants welcome
Develop lesson plans, workbooks, and learner resources
Brand-new Level 3 Leadership course development

Create engaging leadership course content remotely and help shape future learners across Aotearoa.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

2h ago

Listed one day ago

Kaitohutohu | Advisor, Waikato-Waiariki (Fixed Term)

at Te Puni Kōkiri

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

$76k - $84k + 4.3 wks annual leave

Impactful, relationship‑based work
Fixed term until end of August 2026
Based in our Tauranga or Whakatāne tari

Impactful, relationship‑based work
Fixed term until end of August 2026
Based in our Tauranga or Whakatāne tari

Advisor role partnering with PSGEs across Te Moana-a-Toi. Meaningful, relationship‑based mahi.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Postdoctoral Fellow in Theoretical and Computational Physics

at Massey University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Full-time postdoctoral role in advanced condensed-matter theory and computing
Research odd-frequency superfluidity using quantum many-body models
Collaborate internationally, develop Rimu.jl, access HPC and ultracold atoms

Full-time postdoctoral role in advanced condensed-matter theory and computing
Research odd-frequency superfluidity using quantum many-body models
Collaborate internationally, develop Rimu.jl, access HPC and ultracold atoms

Join NZIAS at Massey as a Postdoctoral Fellow studying odd-frequency superfluidity with theory, QMC, and ultracold-atom models.

subClassification: Chemistry & PhysicsChemistry & Physics

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

11d ago

Listed one day ago

Kaitātari Raraunga Data Analyst

at Z Energy

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$110,000.00 to $135,000.00 per annum

Contribute across a range of Analytics projects
Supportive team, apart of a global data org
Hybrid Working - In Office/WFH

Contribute across a range of Analytics projects
Supportive team, apart of a global data org
Hybrid Working - In Office/WFH

Join Ampol as a Kaitātari Raraunga Data Analyst in Wellington, leveraging data analytics and AI to drive insights and decision-making.

subClassification: Business/Systems AnalystsBusiness/Systems Analysts

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

1d ago

Listed twenty three hours ago

Tech Lead

at Stuff Digital Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Define and drive end-to-end architecture and technical strategy
Establish standards, patterns, and governance across architecture, security & AI
Strengthen DevOps, CI/CD, testing, and platform engineering practices

Define and drive end-to-end architecture and technical strategy
Establish standards, patterns, and governance across architecture, security & AI
Strengthen DevOps, CI/CD, testing, and platform engineering practices

Build the architecture that powers one of Aotearoa’s most influential digital platforms

subClassification: ArchitectsArchitects

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

23h ago

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