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

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Junior Formulation Chemist

This is a Full time job

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)

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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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Listed thirteen days ago

60275 Research Associate - Fixed-Term - Bioeconomy Science Institute

at Plant & Food Research

This is a Full time job

Lincoln, Canterbury

Collaborate across multiple work streams/teams/disciplines
Contribute to exciting projects/crop trials/research
Advance your career in science/research

Collaborate across multiple work streams/teams/disciplines
Contribute to exciting projects/crop trials/research
Advance your career in science/research

This fixed-term role will suit an individual keen to build on their existing skills in microbiology, molecular biology, plant management and fieldwork

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

13d ago

Listed three days 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)

3d ago

Listed four days ago

General Farm Worker

at AgResearch

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Mosgiel, Otago

Hands on role with plenty of variety
Bring your skills, curiosity, and passion for agriculture
Supportive and inclusive team environment

Hands on role with plenty of variety
Bring your skills, curiosity, and passion for agriculture
Supportive and inclusive team environment

Bring your enthusiasm and passion to this role on a busy research farm!

subClassification: Farm LabourFarm Labour

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

4d ago

Listed six 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)

6d ago

Listed ten days ago

Senior Technician – Food Science - School of Chemical Sciences

at The University of Auckland

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$73,400 – $86,403 per year

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

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

Varied, hands-on role where no two days are the same—perfect for someone who enjoys problem-solving, collaboration, and making things run seamlessly

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

10d ago

Listed ten days ago

Animal Technician - The School of Psychology - part-time (30 hrs pw)

at The University of Auckland

Expiring soon

This is a Part time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$63,600 – $79,300 per year

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

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

Join a collaborative, purpose-driven team where your work directly supports teaching, research, and animal well-being.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

10d ago

Listed two days ago

Science Graduate - Pharmaceutical Compounding

at Icon Group

This is a Full time job

Avondale, Auckland

Do you have a head for numbers, and an eye for details? We have your position at our Auckland, NZ pharmaceutical production site!

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

2d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Science Researcher - Concepts, Strategy and Analytics

at New Zealand Defence Force | Te Ope Kātua o Aotearoa

This is a Full time job

Devonport, Auckland

$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)

12d ago

Listed ten 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)

10d ago

Listed four days 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)

4d ago

Listed seventeen 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)

17d ago

Listed ten 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)

10d ago

Listed five days ago

Compliance Assistant

at Team Recruitment

This is a Full time job

Rodney & North Shore, Auckland

NZD 65000 - 70000 per annum

Graduate opportunity with well-established Kiwi company
Exposure to broad range of industries and customers
Supportive and collaborative learning and work environment

Graduate opportunity with well-established Kiwi company
Exposure to broad range of industries and customers
Supportive and collaborative learning and work environment

Launch your career in compliance with a hands-on graduate role offering experience across diverse industries in a supportive team environment

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

5d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Data Manager/Research Fellow

at University of Otago

This is a Full time job

North Dunedin, Otago

$97,377 to $114,943 per annum

Salary + 6.75% Superannuation + 5 weeks annual leave.
On-going professional development opportunities.
Be part of something truly meaningful, where you make a difference.

Salary + 6.75% Superannuation + 5 weeks annual leave.
On-going professional development opportunities.
Be part of something truly meaningful, where you make a difference.

Be a dedicated to providing poisoning assessment and treatment advice to the entire population of New Zealand.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

13d ago

Listed thirteen 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)

13d ago

Listed three days ago