Kaihangarau Pūtaiao
Science technicians help scientists carry out research, testing and experiments in areas such as chemistry, earth sciences, life sciences and physical sciences.
Science technicians usually earn an average of
$52K per year
Kairarau Matū Koiora
Biochemists study the chemical structure and function of animals, plants and micro-organisms such as bacteria and viruses. They use this research to develop medical, industrial and agricultural products.
Biochemists usually earn
$48K-$75K per year
Senior biochemists with PhDs usually earn
$76K-$130K per year
Kaiako Kura Tuarua
Secondary school teachers plan, prepare and teach one or more subjects to students between the ages of 13 and 18.
Secondary school teachers usually earn
$89K-$115K per year
Secondary school teachers can earn
$69K-$136K per year
Kairarau Matū
Chemists study the make-up and behaviour of chemicals, and may use their findings to develop new products and processes.
Chemists can earn
$65K-$120K per year
Chemists with PhDs or more responsibility can earn up to
$150K per year
Kaihanga Waina
Winemakers make wine from grapes and other fruit.
Cellar hands and assistant winemakers usually earn
$48K to $83K per year
Winemakers and chief winemakers usually earn
$89K-$211K per year
Kaimātai Koiora Mororiki
Microbiologists study micro-organisms, such as bacteria, viruses and fungi, and the effects they have on plants, animals and humans. They also develop products from micro-organisms to benefit humans or the environment.
Microbiologists usually earn
$48K-$75K per year
Senior microbiologists usually earn
$75K-$130K per year
Kaipūtaiao Ngahere
Forestry scientists research forest growth, wood processing, conservation and different types of trees, and how these can be used.
Forestry scientists usually earn
$55K-$98K per year
Senior forestry scientists usually earn
$110K-$150K per year
Mataaro Rongoā Koiora
Biomedical engineers design, build and maintain medical equipment, artificial body parts and computer programs to help treat disabilities, diseases, or injuries.
Graduate biomedical engineers usually earn
$50K-$55K per year
Experienced biomedical engineers can earn
$110K-$130K per year
Kaiahupūngao Whakaora
Medical physicists help plan radiation treatment for patients, check and monitor radiation equipment, and develop new treatment techniques.
Medical physicists usually earn
$65K-$118K per year
Experienced medical physicists usually earn
$122K-$161K per year
Kaihangarau Niho
Dental technicians create and repair devices for the treatment, replacement and protection of damaged, badly positioned or missing teeth.
New dental technicians usually earn
$48K per year
Dental technicians can earn
$60K-$75K per year