Shrinking job market forces scientists to seek work overseas

Friday 10 October 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Fri 10 Oct 2025, 7:17pm

A shrinking job market and sector shake-ups are making it difficult for new science graduates to find employment in New Zealand. One biology PhD specialist has been unable to find work locally and is now looking for opportunities offshore.

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1. RNZFri 10 Oct 2025, 6:54pm

   Shrinking job market forces scientists to pursue careers offshore (opens in new tab)

2. Otago Daily TimesFri 10 Oct 2025, 7:17pm

   Science grads forced overseas as job market shrinks (opens in new tab)