Job Description

Be part of science that makes a difference

Imagine starting your day with a complex question that could shape the future of agricultural emissions research. You’ll gather evidence, connect insights across programmes and external networks, and work with colleagues to turn emerging opportunities into clear, practical action.

Some days you’ll test an idea or assess potential impact; others you’ll create a recommendation, framework or tool that helps move important work forward.

If you’re curious, analytical and energised by ambiguity—and enjoy using AI tools to research, synthesise and deliver—this is a chance to make your thinking count.

Why you’ll love working here | Ngā hua o tēnei tūranga

• Recharge - Generous additional annual leave and paid parental leave.
• Grow your career - Ongoing career development opportunities.
• Flexiblity - Hybrid working options and flexible hours were appropriate.
• Health and wellbeing - Excellent benefit choices in retirement savings, comprehensive wellbeing and health benefits with enhanced sick leave.

What you will be doing | Ngā whāinga matua

In this role, you will:

• Undertake analysis to support strategic decisions, investment choices and future programme development.
• Lead and/or contribute to defined pieces of strategic work from initial scoping through to completion.
• Help strengthen the organisation's ability to articulate, assess and learn from the value and impact of its work.
• Undertake targeted research and scanning to identify emerging developments, capabilities and opportunities relevant to low-emissions agriculture.
• Develop evidence-based stakeholders, partner and capability maps to support collaboration and investment decisions.
• Support work to strengthen the value obtained from data generated across Ag Emissions Centre programmes.
• Use AI and emerging digital tools confidently and responsibly to improve the speed and quality of research, analysis and delivery.

What you will bring | Ngā tino pūkenga me ngā wheako

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A bachelor’s degree in business, Commerce, Economics, Information Systems, Data Analytics, Agricultural Science, Environmental Science, Public Policy, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years demonstrated experience undertaking complex research and analysis.
• An ability to work independently and takes ownership.
• An ability to build effective relationships across disciplines and perspectives.

About us | Ko wai mātou

Ag Emissions is New Zealand's agricultural emissions research centre. We shape, fund and manage a national research and development portfolio, build capability and infrastructure, and connect researchers, government, industry and international partners to support agricultural emissions solutions.

As we continue to increase our visibility and strengthen stakeholder engagement, we're looking for a Marketing & Digital Coordinator to join our team and help bring our communications and digital programme to life.

The Ag Emissions Centre is an independently funded and managed business hosted by the Bioeconomy Science Institute, Maiangi Taiao.

The Bioeconomy Science Institute Maiangi Taiao is a Crown Research Institute, owned by the New Zealand Government and governed by an independent Board of Directors, formed through the merger of AgResearch, Plant & Food Research, Manaaki Whenua, and Scion. Our purpose is to drive innovation and commercial outcomes in the bioeconomy, using research and technology to support enduring economic growth and resilience, a healthy environment and beneficial social outcomes for New Zealand.

We are excited about this new chapter and welcome applicants who want to be part of our journey.

Ready to apply? | Kua rite koe ki te tono?

If this opportunity excites you and you believe your skills, experience, and perspective would add value to our team, we'd love to hear from you.

Applications close: Sunday, 29 November 2026

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