Data Scientist Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

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Clinical Data Engineer

at Murdoch Children's Research Institute

This is a Contract/Temp job

Parkville, Melbourne VIC

$110,279 - $134,292 p.a plus super

Build data pipelines and dashboards for clinical insights
Work with scientists to turn complex data into decisions
Contribute to AI and data innovation in healthcare

Build data pipelines and dashboards for clinical insights
Work with scientists to turn complex data into decisions
Contribute to AI and data innovation in healthcare

Turn complex clinical data into insights that improve lives!

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

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Listed eight days ago

Data Scientist - 12 month contract

at TRS - Public Sector

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Up to $1100 p/d inc super (may be negotiable)

Data Scientist delivering AI, optimisation, and predictive modelling solutions using Databricks to improve operational outcomes.

subClassification: Database Development & AdministrationDatabase Development & Administration

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

8d ago

Listed two days ago

TSPV - Data Scientist (INAN 5)

at Compas Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT

TSPV-cleared Data Scientist role based onsite in Canberra
Contract through to approx. 30 June 2027 plus extensions
Build AI, ML and computer vision solutions in a secure setting

TSPV-cleared Data Scientist role based onsite in Canberra
Contract through to approx. 30 June 2027 plus extensions
Build AI, ML and computer vision solutions in a secure setting

TSPV-cleared Data Scientist role in Canberra delivering AI, ML and computer vision solutions for high-impact intelligence outcomes.

subClassification: Database Development & AdministrationDatabase Development & Administration

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

2d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Senior Data Scientist

at PRA

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$850 - $950 pd

Initial 12 month Contract | $850 - $950 pd | Hybrid | Statistics & ML

subClassification: Mathematics, Statistics & Information SciencesMathematics, Statistics & Information Sciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

14d ago

Listed nine days ago

Clinical Data Engineer

at Murdoch Children's Research Institute

This is a Contract/Temp job

Parkville, Melbourne VIC

$110,279 - $134,292 p.a plus super

Build data pipelines and dashboards for clinical insights
Work with scientists to turn complex data into decisions
Contribute to AI and data innovation in healthcare

Build data pipelines and dashboards for clinical insights
Work with scientists to turn complex data into decisions
Contribute to AI and data innovation in healthcare

Turn complex clinical data into insights that improve lives!

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

9d ago

Listed six days ago

Specialist Data Science (12-month FTC)

at South32 Group Operations Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA(Hybrid)

Base | Bonus | Additional super

Build impactful AI solutions driving safer, smarter mining outcomes
26wks full/52wks half-pay parental leave. Options for additional shares & super
12-month FTC, full-time hours | Monday to Friday | Hybrid role

Build impactful AI solutions driving safer, smarter mining outcomes
26wks full/52wks half-pay parental leave. Options for additional shares & super
12-month FTC, full-time hours | Monday to Friday | Hybrid role

Design & deploy ML & GenAI tools, partner with ops teams & turn data into scalable insights that improve safety, efficiency & performance.

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

6d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Principal Data Scientist

at NSW Department of Customer Service

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$149739.0k - $173174.0k p.a. + superannuation

The Data Science team develops AI, machine learning and advanced analytics solutions to help improve business operations across the NSW public sector.

subClassification: Developers/ProgrammersDevelopers/Programmers

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

19d ago

Listed five days ago

Senior Data Science Analyst

at Suncorp

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Benefits

Work on advanced cutting-edge pricing and risk modelling projects
High visibility with senior stakeholders across the business
Hybrid working, 12-month fixed term contract

Work on advanced cutting-edge pricing and risk modelling projects
High visibility with senior stakeholders across the business
Hybrid working, 12-month fixed term contract

12-month fixed term contract - Work on advanced cutting-edge pricing and risk modelling projects

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

5d ago

Listed one day ago

Climate Data Scientist

at DFP Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

12-months contract with possible extension
Must be an Australian Citizen
Hybrid Working

12-months contract with possible extension
Must be an Australian Citizen
Hybrid Working

Seeking an experienced Climate Data Scientist

Recruited byHumaira Hashmi

subClassification: ConsultantsConsultants

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

1d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Senior Scientist (Data Analytics/GIS)

at Department of Primary Industries

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cairns, Cairns & Far North QLD

$118,197 - $127,941 per annum

Fixed term temporary until 30 June 2029
$118,967 - $127,941 per annum
Generous Superannuation

Fixed term temporary until 30 June 2029
$118,967 - $127,941 per annum
Generous Superannuation

As a Senior Scientist you will provide data analytics/GIS, deliver strategic scientific advice, NEAEP reporting, and guide stakeholders to manage risk

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

14d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Senior Data Scientist

at Peoplebank Australia WA

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA(Hybrid)

Develop ML & LLM solutions in Databricks

Initial 6-month contract with high profile WA client
Must be an Australian Citizen
Develop ML & LLM solutions in Databricks

Initial 6-month contract with high profile WA client
Must be an Australian Citizen
Develop ML & LLM solutions in Databricks

Senior Data Scientist Initial 6-month contract with high profile client Must be an Australian Citizen Develop ML & LLM solutions in

subClassification: Business/Systems AnalystsBusiness/Systems Analysts

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

15d ago

Listed twenty one hours ago

Lead Climate Data Scientist (Pacific Climate Services)

at Triniti

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

attractive hourly rate

Any capital city
12 month contract - attractive hourly rate
Australian Citizens only

Any capital city
12 month contract - attractive hourly rate
Australian Citizens only

Lead Climate Data Scientist will support a highly regarded Fed Gov agency delivering important climate and ocean science services across the region.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

21h ago

Listed seven days ago

Data Engineer

at Data Division

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT

Canberra Location
Building up Data Analytics and Reporting capability
12 Month hourly rate contract with potential extensions (Baseline Minimum)

Canberra Location
Building up Data Analytics and Reporting capability
12 Month hourly rate contract with potential extensions (Baseline Minimum)

Data Engineer required for an initial 12 month contract in Canberra.

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

7d ago

Listed one day ago

Data Warehouse Engineer/Data Engineer

at PRA

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

$800-$850p/d

New DWH Engineer Contract role - 6 Months Initially

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Data Engineer

at Approach Consulting

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT

$110 - $145/hr

Drive impactful data transformation and modern analytics initiatives
Work on enterprise-scale Azure, Fabric & Power BI solutions
12 months with a 12 month extension option

Drive impactful data transformation and modern analytics initiatives
Work on enterprise-scale Azure, Fabric & Power BI solutions
12 months with a 12 month extension option

Join a data transformation team in Canberra using Azure, Fabric & Power BI with hybrid flexibility and impactful work.

subClassification: Database Development & AdministrationDatabase Development & Administration

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

1d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Lead Data Scientist - AI - NV2

at Charterhouse

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT

Strategic Federal Program | High Visibility

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

19d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Graduate Data Science and Analytics

at GFG Alliance

This is a Contract/Temp job

Chipping Norton, Sydney NSW

Competitive salary

Join an award winning Steel Manufacturing company
Two-year fixed-term contract with the potential for permanent placement
Continuous coaching, mentorship, and formal training throughout the program

Join an award winning Steel Manufacturing company
Two-year fixed-term contract with the potential for permanent placement
Continuous coaching, mentorship, and formal training throughout the program

Real Work with Real Outcomes - This immersive, hands-on program provides practical learning through hands-on experience and meaningful work.

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

20d ago

Listed two days ago

Senior Data Engineer (Snowflake)

at Redwolf + Rosch

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$1050 - $1150 Inclusive Per Day

6 Months Contract Initially
Open to location in ACT, NSW, SA, VIC
Snowflake Data Build Tool / Lakehouse Experience

6 Months Contract Initially
Open to location in ACT, NSW, SA, VIC
Snowflake Data Build Tool / Lakehouse Experience

Senior Data Engineer with strong expertise in cloud data warehousing, particularly with Snowflake.

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

2d ago

Listed six days ago

Analytics Solution Engineer

at ACECQA

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$126436 - $140976 p.a. + Hybrid flexibility

Base salary + 12% superannuation, xmas shutdown, wellness program, EAP
Work from home 1-3 days a week. Beautiful city office near Museum train station
Support from an enthusiastic and invested team of managers and colleagues

Base salary + 12% superannuation, xmas shutdown, wellness program, EAP
Work from home 1-3 days a week. Beautiful city office near Museum train station
Support from an enthusiastic and invested team of managers and colleagues

Delivers data-driven analytics, translating complex requirements into insights, reports and AI solutions using modern tools to support decision-making

subClassification: Business/Systems AnalystsBusiness/Systems Analysts

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

6d ago

Listed nine days ago

Data Engineer

at Recruitment Hive

This is a Contract/Temp job

Surry Hills, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$130.00 - $150.00 p/hr inc. Super

12-month contract | 22 June start date
Ability to obtain a Baseline Security Clearance required
Work with Teradata, Snowflake, Redshift & advanced analytics

12-month contract | 22 June start date
Ability to obtain a Baseline Security Clearance required
Work with Teradata, Snowflake, Redshift & advanced analytics

Join our client’s data team to lead the project stream of the data warehouse platform.

subClassification: Business/Systems AnalystsBusiness/Systems Analysts

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

9d ago

Listed two days ago

Data Engineer

at FinXL IT Professional Services

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

We are seeking a Data Engineer to complete an integrated data pipeline that maintains, manages & updates the databases -Brisbane CBD and Remote

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

2d ago

Listed two hours ago

Databricks AI Engineer

at DWS Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Up to $240,000pa including Super

Databricks AI - Python SQL - Attractive Salary - Enterprise Organisation
Career progression, paid training / certifications, work-life balance
Join DWS; a leading IT Consultancy, and part of HCL Technologies

Databricks AI - Python SQL - Attractive Salary - Enterprise Organisation
Career progression, paid training / certifications, work-life balance
Join DWS; a leading IT Consultancy, and part of HCL Technologies

DWS are seeking a highly capable Databricks AI Engineer to design, build and support enterprise-grade data solutions on a modern cloud data platform.

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

2h ago

Listed one day ago

Data Engineer

at Elysium Digital

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT(Hybrid)

Looking for your next career move? Want a long term contract?

subClassification: Database Development & AdministrationDatabase Development & Administration

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

1d ago•Expiring

Listed three days ago

Graduate Data Engineer

at NTI Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

Gain hands-on experience with data pipelines, SQL and cloud tools
Kickstart your career with a leading Australian insurer and graduate program
Great culture and team environment + investment into your development

Gain hands-on experience with data pipelines, SQL and cloud tools
Kickstart your career with a leading Australian insurer and graduate program
Great culture and team environment + investment into your development

Graduate opportunity to build real world data engineering skills across pipelines, ETL and cloud platforms within a leading Australian insurer

subClassification: Database Development & AdministrationDatabase Development & Administration

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

3d ago

Listed one hour ago

Lead Data Analyst

at Recruitment Hive

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Belconnen, Canberra ACT(Hybrid)

$120.00 - $140.00 p/hr inc. Super + weekly pays

Baseline Security Clearance required
Belconnen | Free parking | close to transport
Work on high-impact Siebel platform data solutions

Baseline Security Clearance required
Belconnen | Free parking | close to transport
Work on high-impact Siebel platform data solutions

Join our client’s team as Lead Data Analyst to lead ETL reporting for key immigration compliance projects.

subClassification: Business/Systems AnalystsBusiness/Systems Analysts

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

1h ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Graph Data Developer

at Randstad Digital

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$100 - $120 p.h.

Randstad Digital seeks two Graph Data Developers for a 6-month Perth role. Expert Neo4j, Cypher, and Python skills required

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

16d ago

Listed two days ago

Data Engineer

at Michael Page

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

$900 - $1k p.d.

We are seeking a skilled Data Engineer to join a leading organisation in the transport and logistics industry.

subClassification: Database Development & AdministrationDatabase Development & Administration

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

2d ago

Listed one day ago

Data Engineer (Short Term) - Databricks / dbt / Power BI

at D2i Consulting Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

$100 – $125 per hour

Contract Data Engineer – Databricks / dbt / Power BI

subClassification: Developers/ProgrammersDevelopers/Programmers

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

1d ago

Listed five days ago

Analytics Specialist

at The University of Sydney

This is a Contract/Temp job

Camperdown, Sydney NSW

Full time, fixed term for 12 months (possibility of extension)
Be part of a diverse, agile, and fun team, advancing AI capability
HE0 8: $126,065 - $142,171 plus 17% Superannuation

Full time, fixed term for 12 months (possibility of extension)
Be part of a diverse, agile, and fun team, advancing AI capability
HE0 8: $126,065 - $142,171 plus 17% Superannuation

Be part of a diverse, agile, and fun team, advancing AI capability and produce high‑value analytics using your Python expertise

subClassification: AnalystsAnalysts

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

5d ago

Listed eight days ago

Senior Data Analyst (Informatica)

at Randstad Digital

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Seeking Strong Migration Data Analyst for my banking client in Sydney. SQL | Informatica | Data migration | 12 months contract | Hybrid

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

8d ago

Listed three days ago

Research Assistant

at Bayside Health

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

Maximise your take home salary
5 weeks Annual Leave
Close to public transport

Maximise your take home salary
5 weeks Annual Leave
Close to public transport

Fixed Term – 3 months Part-time: 30.4 hours per fortnight Classification: Medical Scientist Grade 1 Location: Alfred Health Staff benefits

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

3d ago•Expiring

Listed five days ago

Lead Data Analyst

at Recruitment Hive

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT

$120 - $140 Phr Inc Super - Weekly Pays

Multiple Positions - Long Term Contract
Strong knowledge of (SQL Server, Oracle)
Must Hold and active Baseline Clearance

Multiple Positions - Long Term Contract
Strong knowledge of (SQL Server, Oracle)
Must Hold and active Baseline Clearance

Perform data extraction, manipulation and analysis activities and developing visualisations in Tableau and/or Business Objects

subClassification: Database Development & AdministrationDatabase Development & Administration

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

5d ago

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