PHD Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - May 2025

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Data Scientist

at Powerco

This is a Full time job

New Plymouth Central, Taranaki(Hybrid)

Competitive salary plus medical and life insurance

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

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

Flexi-time, flexi-days, we do it all
Fully subsidised medical and life insurance
Great career development and long-term career opportunities.

Join us on our journey to optimise network performance, predict energy demand shifts and drive impactful decisions with clever data insights.

Expiring soon

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Pacific Scientist

at Ministry for Primary Industries

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland Airport, Auckland(Hybrid)

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

Work for the Ministry dedicated to the Primary Industries
Create Real Impact on Biosecurity in the Pacific
Lead Innovative Solutions for Plant Health Challenges

Travel to the Pacific Island Countries and lead Plant Health Capability on behalf of Biosecurity New Zealand

Listed twenty three days ago

Postdoctoral Fellow (x2)

at Auckland University Of Technology

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$80-$112k+generous leave+ professional development

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

Fixed term of 2 years
Start date is negotiable
Generous leave entitlements

We are seeking to appoint 2 fixed term postdoctoral fellows to contribute to research in sustainable advanced bio-based functional nanomaterials

23d ago

Expiring soon

Listed four days ago

Research Fellow - Sustainable Housing

at The University of Auckland

This is a Part time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

$94,981 per annum (pro rata for part time hours)

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

16 hours per week with flexible work arrangements
Generous paid time off and retirement saving plans
Access to world-class research facilities and an international research network

Join a kaupapa Māori evaluation with Auckland City Mission - researching how the HomeGround model supports housing, healing, and community wellbeing.

4d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Postdoctoral Fellow

at The University of Waikato

This is a Full time job

Hillcrest, Waikato(Hybrid)

Competitive compensation and benefits

subClassification: Biological & Biomedical SciencesBiological & Biomedical Sciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

Join a Marsden-funded team tracking virus dispersal in the atmosphere-cutting-edge research in virology, climate science & global health.

11d ago

Listed ten days ago

Data Scientist

at Powerco

This is a Full time job

New Plymouth Central, Taranaki(Hybrid)

Competitive salary plus medical and life insurance

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

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

Flexi-time, flexi-days, we do it all
Fully subsidised medical and life insurance
Great career development and long-term career opportunities.

Join us on our journey to optimise network performance, predict energy demand shifts and drive impactful decisions with clever data insights.

10d ago

Expiring soon

Listed one day ago

Post Doctoral Fellow

at The University of Auckland

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

$87,772 per year

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

Full-Time - 40 hours per week
Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave

We are seeking a Post-Doctoral Fellow to join the Department of Electrical, Computer and Software Engineering in the Faculty of Engineering and Design

1d ago

Be an early applicant

Listed one day ago

Research Project Manager / Scientist

at Anexa Veterinary Services

This is a Full time job

Morrinsville, Waikato

subClassification: Veterinary Services & Animal WelfareVeterinary Services & Animal Welfare

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

Excited about dairy clinical trials? This position offers the chance to get involved in impactful research

1d ago

Listed nine days ago

Data Scientist

at Luma Analytics

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

subClassification: Mathematics, Statistics & Information SciencesMathematics, Statistics & Information Sciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

Build, train, and deploy statistical and machine learning models that drive real-world impact at one of NZ's fastest-growing data consultancies.

9d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Computational Modelling Physicist

at New Zealand Forest Research Ltd trading as Scion

This is a Full time job

Rotorua Central, Bay of Plenty(Hybrid)

subClassification: Chemistry & PhysicsChemistry & Physics

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

1 set WFH day + free car parking
Long service leave and a secure bike shed
Work on cutting-edge research in bioenergy, bio-based manufacturing, and more

Support cutting-edge research in biofuel production, energy conversion, and bio-based manufacturing systems, at our Rotorua Campus.

12d ago

Listed ten days ago

New Zealand Regenerative Agriculture Research PhD

at Dairy Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

subClassification: Agronomy & Farm ServicesAgronomy & Farm Services

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

Fantastic opportunity for PhD students
Relocate to NZ (with some assistance) for duration of PhD
Further your knowledge in pasture management & regenerative farming practices

Join a fully funded PhD with Dairy Australia & Massey University to study diverse pastures, management, and regenerative farming practices.

10d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Technician - School of Biological Sciences

at The University of Auckland

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$62,500 – $66,000 per year

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

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

Te Kura Mātauranga Koiora | The School of Biological Sciences is seeking a highly motivated and capable Laboratory Technician

16d ago

Listed one day ago

Process Development Scientists

at BioOra Limited

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

subClassification: Biological & Biomedical SciencesBiological & Biomedical Sciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

2 x roles available at Junior and Senior level
Industry / GMP experience in validation required
Your work will help save lives

BioOra is changing the face of cancer treatment, globally. We're rapidly scaling up and need big thinkers who are as fired up as we are. Interested?

1d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Postdoctoral Fellow in Scanning Probe Microscopy

at University of Canterbury

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

Full- time 37.5 hours per week
Beautiful campus with a wide range of facilities

Two year fixed term opportunity for a Postdoctoral Student

12d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Data Scientist - AI Forecasting | SaaS | High Impact

at Talent Army - Winners of Innovation in Recruitment & Recruiter of the year 2023

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

subClassification: Database Development & AdministrationDatabase Development & Administration

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

Operate in a fast-moving SaaS startup with strong commercial traction.
Blend machine learning, time series analysis, and generative AI.
Work across product, engineering, and customer delivery teams.

Build forecasting models and deploy ML solutions in a SaaS product shaping the future of AI-powered demand planning. Own delivery and innovate fast.

11d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Development Scientist

at Oritain Global Limited

This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago(Hybrid)

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

About Oritain:Oritain is a global leader in authenticity verification through science and data science.

18d ago

Listed six days ago

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Physics

at The University of Auckland

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$94,981 – $124,863 per year

subClassification: Teaching - TertiaryTeaching - Tertiary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

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

We are currently looking for a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Physics to take up a position in one of the following strategic priority areas

6d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Data Scientist

at Hays | Technology

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland(Hybrid)

subClassification: Database Development & AdministrationDatabase Development & Administration

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

Weekly payment
Competitive rates
6-month contract

Data Scientist needed!!! (06-month contract)

12d ago

Listed four days ago

Postdoctoral Fellow - Te Awe Mapara

at Massey University

This is a Full time job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

Competitive salary + generous staff benefits!

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

Full-time fixed term (3 years) role based in Palmerston North!
Ensure research excellence through robust methodology & rigorous documentation!
Contribute to an ambitious, multidisciplinary MBIE Endeavour-funded project!

Work at the forefront of geohazard science, contributing to next-generation forecasting for volcanic eruption! Join the Volcanic Risk Solutions group.

4d ago

Be an early applicant

Listed ten days ago