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Research and development jobs in Manawatū-Whanganui.

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  • Research and developmentYesterday

    Summer Internship 2026/27: Enhancing Varroa Management

    Comvita · 201-1000 employees

    A purpose-driven company creating natural health and wellbeing products based on the power of bees.

    Whanganui, Manawatū-Whanganui
    $29.90 an hourOnsiteInternshipTemporaryNo experience needed

    Analyzing varroa management · Learning best practices · Strengthening bee welfare

    Open to students currently studying or recently completed (within 12 months) a NZQA Level 6-10 qualification from a New Zealand tertiary institution; suitable for 2nd or 3rd year students in agricultural science, apiculture, biological science, environmental science or related discipline.

  • Research and development3 days ago

    Science Advisor

    AgResearch Limited · 201-1000 employees

    A New Zealand research institute advancing the bioeconomy through world-class science.

    Whanganui, Manawatū-Whanganui
    HybridFull timeEntry level

    Delivering research programmes · Shaping scientific priorities · Coordinating projects

    2+ yrsRelevant post-graduate qualification (PhD, master's or post-graduate diploma) and minimum 2 years' post-graduation experience in agricultural greenhouse gas emissions research or the agricultural sector with strong knowledge of emissions mitigation.

    Parental leaveGenerous leaveRetirement savings
  • Research and development12 days ago

    Summer Intern - Screening Native Grasses for Biological Nitrification Inhibition Capacity

    AgResearch Limited · 201-1000 employees

    A New Zealand research institute advancing the bioeconomy through world-class science.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    OnsiteInternshipFull timeNo experience needed

    Growing native grasses · Conducting bioassays · Analyzing experimental data

    Currently enrolled in or recently completed an undergraduate degree in plant science, soil science, environmental science, agriculture, biology, or related discipline; interest in environmental sustainability and scientific research; attention to detail; communication skills.

  • Research and development12 days ago

    Summer Intern - Enabling Microalgae-Bacteria Consortia for Food Production Systems

    AgResearch Limited · 201-1000 employees

    A New Zealand research institute advancing the bioeconomy through world-class science.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    OnsiteInternshipFull timeNo experience needed

    Cultivating microalgae · Analyzing biomass · Assisting experiments

    Currently studying towards a tertiary qualification in biotechnology, microbiology, food science, biochemistry, biological sciences, or related discipline; interest in microbiology and laboratory research; strong analytical and communication skills.

  • Research and development28 days ago

    Summer Intern - Plant Breeding Technician

    PGG Wrightson Seeds Holdings Limited · 1001-5000 employees

    A seed company developing grass, legume, and brassica products across the seed supply chain.

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    OnsiteInternshipTemporaryNo experience needed

    Assisting field trials · Propagating plants · Recording data

    Current study in agriculture, plant science, horticulture, biological sciences, or a related field; interest in plants or applied research; attention to detail; willingness to work outdoors; full driver licence advantageous.

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