Ecotoxicology and Aquatic Ecology Technician - Earth Sciences

Science New Zealand
📍 Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand 💼 Permanent 🕒 Posted July 22, 2026

Job Description

At Earth Sciences New Zealand, we're bringing together exceptional science, technology and people to address the environmental, climate and natural hazard challenges facing Aotearoa New Zealand. As a collaborative and purpose-driven organisation, we're committed to delivering science that creates meaningful impact for communities, industry and the environment, while partnering with Māori, supporting Pacific resilience, and shaping a more sustainable future for generations to come.

About the position


In this role, you will provide hands-on technical support across a wide range of environmentally focused research and consultancy projects. You will work across key laboratory areas including Ecotoxicology, Aquatic Ecology, Water Quality and Phycology, supporting activities such as toxicity testing, contaminant analysis, phytoplankton and water quality monitoring, and aquatic ecology projects.


The successful candidate will be practical, reliable and quali...

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Job Details

  • Location Hamilton, Waikato
  • Job Type Permanent
  • Category Physical Scientists
  • Posted Date July 22, 2026
  • Application Deadline August 31, 2026