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PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in New Zealand

We have 29 PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in New Zealand

Machine learning methods for seasonal river flow forecasting

University of Otago

Centre for Sustainability Research

The Centre for Sustainability Research (CSR) and the Spatial Information Research Centre (SIRC), University of Otago (Dunedin, New Zealand) are offering a PhD position, with scholarship, for 3 years. Read more

Supervisor: Dr J Purdie

18 June 2026 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Fully Funded PhD Scholarship in Point of Care (POC) Diagnostics

University of Otago

Christchurch Heart Institute

The Christchurch Heart Institute (CHI), based at the University of Otago, Christchurch, is a world-leading cardiovascular research centre spanning the full research spectrum from molecular biochemistry and analytical testing through to complex genetics, pre-clinical research, and large-scale clinical studies. Read more

Supervisor: Prof C Pemberton

19 June 2026 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Evaluation of routine neonatal zinc supplementation: clinical outcomes, implementation, and cost-effectiveness across New Zealand neonatal units

University of Auckland

Liggins Institute

In May 2026, Auckland City Hospital introduced routine zinc supplementation for newborn babies. Prior to this, zinc supplementation was not routinely provided. Read more

Supervisors: Dr L Lin, Dr BC Cormack, Dr TA Alexander

29 September 2026 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Turning bacterial metabolism against antimicrobial resistance

University of Otago

Microbiology & Immunology

Research Group: Pletzer lab

Background. Antibiotic-resistant infections are becoming increasingly difficult to treat, particularly those caused by Gram-negative bacteria such as Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Read more

Supervisor: Dr D Pletzer

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

PhD position examining temporal development of distributed volcanic fields - University of Auckland, New Zealand

University of Auckland

School of Environment

We seek candidates for a PhD position examining the temporal evolution of volcanic fields. Read more

Supervisor: Dr J Muirhead

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Understanding Acid Casein Curd Particle Properties and Their Role in Washing Efficiency

Massey University

College of Sciences

Research Group: School of Food Technology and Natural Sciences

The Friesland-Campina funded scholarship provides a tax-free stipend of NZ$35,000 per annum and covers all tuition fees and research costs. Read more

Supervisor: Assoc Prof AC Carr

14 June 2026 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Predictive biomechanics for aortic dissection prevention

University of Auckland

Auckland Bioengineering Institute

Aortic dissection is a medical emergency caused by a tear in the aortic wall, with a staggering 50% mortality rate within 30 days for those who survive long enough to reach a hospital. Read more

Supervisor: Dr V Suresh

Year round applications PhD Research Project Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding

Decoding gastric electrical activity non-invasively

University of Auckland

Auckland Bioengineering Institute

This project offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of new computational tools for the personalised, non-invasive assessment of stomach function. Read more

Supervisor: Dr RA Avci

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Unlock the future of precision cardiology

University of Auckland

Auckland Bioengineering Institute

Are you ready to redefine how we understand heart disease? This PhD project at the Auckland Bioengineering Institute (ABI) offers a unique opportunity to sit at the intersection of cutting-edge omics data science and advanced computational physiology. Read more

Supervisor: Dr D Nickerson

Year round applications PhD Research Project Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding

Data-informed modelling of rumen fermentation

University of Auckland

Auckland Bioengineering Institute

Ruminant animals such as cows, sheep and goats derive their energy by converting plant matter to metabolisable nutrients. This occurs by the process of anaerobic fermentation in the rumen facilitated by a huge variety of bacteria, fungi and protozoa. Read more

Supervisor: Dr V Suresh

Year round applications PhD Research Project Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding

Interested in a PhD or Masters degree in Bioengineering?

University of Auckland

Auckland Bioengineering Institute

Interested in a rewarding career in bioengineering? Want to work at one of the world's leading medtech companies, or launch your own? Want to cure life-threatening diseases, create cool tech, or save the planet? Bioengineering is your ticket to having a real impact on your future world. Read more

Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide) New Zealand PhD Programme

Late preterm and term corticosteroids: impacts on neonatal glycaemia and childhood health and wellbeing

University of Auckland

Liggins Institute

Summary. This project will explore aspects of corticosteroid use before late preterm and term planned caesarean section birth. Read more

Supervisors: Prof J Harding, Dr LD Dawes

28 June 2026 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Kerr combs in tapered fiber resonators

The Dodd-Walls Centre

Dodd-Walls Centre for Photonic and Quantum Technologies

The optical frequency comb is a Nobel prize winning technology with applications across science and engineering. The recently developed Kerr frequency comb offers a low-SWaP (size, weight and power) alternative to existing mode-locked laser systems. Read more

Supervisor: Assoc Prof S. G. Murdoch

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Bond graph model generation from molecular dynamics simulations

University of Auckland

Auckland Bioengineering Institute

Research Group: Gastrointestinal Research Group

Genome-wide association studies (GWAS) have transformed our understanding of disease risk, but translating genetic variation into mechanistic insight remains a major challenge. Read more

Supervisors: Dr JD Dowrick, Dr KT Tran

Year round applications PhD Research Project Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding

Deep learning for cardiac medical image analysis

University of Auckland

Auckland Bioengineering Institute

We are seeking a highly motivated PhD student to join an exciting interdisciplinary project focused on artificial intelligence and deep learning for cardiac medical image analysis. Read more

Supervisor: Dr J Zhao

Year round applications PhD Research Project Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding

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