Postdoc Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join the Integrative Network Modelling Laboratory within SAiGENCI’s Computational...

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

8d ago

Listed three days ago

Research Associate

at Curtin University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bentley, Perth WA(Hybrid)

$83,371 - $112,487 (ALA) + 17% superannuation

12-month fixed term, full-time contract based at Bentley Campus
Ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide (ARWU 2025)
Diverse & dynamic team fostering innovation, collaboration & sustainability

12-month fixed term, full-time contract based at Bentley Campus
Ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide (ARWU 2025)
Diverse & dynamic team fostering innovation, collaboration & sustainability

Join an innovative research project advancing AI, robotics, and digital twin technologies for smarter, safer road infrastructure.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

3d ago

Listed seven days ago

Postdoctoral Research Fellow- Neurodegeneration Research

at Macquarie University

This is a Contract/Temp job

North Ryde, Sydney NSW

17% super + leave loading

$123,435 per annum plus 17% superannuation & annual leave loading.
Access advanced imaging and molecular neuroscience technologies
Collaborative and high-performing research team

$123,435 per annum plus 17% superannuation & annual leave loading.
Access advanced imaging and molecular neuroscience technologies
Collaborative and high-performing research team

Exciting postdoctoral opportunity in translational neuroscience research focused on Parkinson's disease and neurodegeneration.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

7d ago

Listed three days ago

Research Fellow

at Flinders University

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Alice Springs, Alice Springs & Central Australia NT

$115871 - $137122 p.a. + 17% Superannuation

Support impactful health research in rural and remote communities
Collaborate with leading researchers and national stakeholders
17% super | 6 weeks annual leave

Support impactful health research in rural and remote communities
Collaborate with leading researchers and national stakeholders
17% super | 6 weeks annual leave

Lead meaningful research in antimicrobial resistance in remote Australia to deliver impactful health research in rural and remote communities.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

3d ago

Listed eight days ago

Postdoc / Research Fellow in Digital Agricultural Futures

at Charles Sturt University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mildura, Mildura & Murray VIC

$80,046 to $134,965 p.a. (plus 17% superannuation

Research with real impact across regional Australia
Industry-linked, multidisciplinary digital agriculture projects
Relocation opportunity to Mildura, VIC

Research with real impact across regional Australia
Industry-linked, multidisciplinary digital agriculture projects
Relocation opportunity to Mildura, VIC

Shape the future of digital agriculture with impactful regional research. Join us in Mildura with industry-connected projects.

subClassification: Teaching - TertiaryTeaching - Tertiary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

8d ago

Listed nine days ago

Research Officer

at The Walter and Eliza Hall Institute

This is a Contract/Temp job

Parkville, Melbourne VIC

Great opportunity to join Australia's pre-eminent biomedical research institute
Up to 17% super and very attractive salary packaging options available
Opportunity to make a real difference

Great opportunity to join Australia's pre-eminent biomedical research institute
Up to 17% super and very attractive salary packaging options available
Opportunity to make a real difference

An exciting opportunity is available for a Research Officer to join the Hill Laboratory in the Infection and Global Health Division at WEHI.

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

9d ago

Listed six days ago

Postdoctoral Research Associate/Research Fellow - Feral Cat Management

at Murdoch University

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Murdoch, Perth WA

$79915 - $134148 p.a. + 17% super

Lead and deliver hands-on ecological field research
Work with industry partners on real conservation outcomes
Publish research and contribute to high-impact projects

Lead and deliver hands-on ecological field research
Work with industry partners on real conservation outcomes
Publish research and contribute to high-impact projects

Conduct impactful field-based research on feral cat management to support biodiversity conservation in the Northern Jarrah Forest.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

6d ago

Listed six days ago

Research Officer - Neuroscience

at Macquarie University

This is a Contract/Temp job

North Ryde, Sydney NSW

17% super + leave loading

From $99,161 p.a. + 17% super & leave loading. New rates scheduled to apply.
Subsidised membership at our Sport & Aquatic Centre
Work on cutting-edge neuroscience research

From $99,161 p.a. + 17% super & leave loading. New rates scheduled to apply.
Subsidised membership at our Sport & Aquatic Centre
Work on cutting-edge neuroscience research

Advance our understanding of brain disease through cutting-edge translational neuroscience research, as a Research Officer.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

6d ago

Listed nine hours ago

Research Associate (A)

at The University of Adelaide

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

This is an opportunity to join a vibrant team as we launch Australia’s new university for the future, Adelaide University. Learn more about our...

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

9h ago

Listed three days ago

Clinical Research Coordinator

at Queensland University of Technology

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Total remuneration range: $122,852 to $134,385 pa

Join us at QUT, the university for the real world
Fixed-term, full-time basis for 12 months
Based at Queensland Childrens Hospital

Join us at QUT, the university for the real world
Fixed-term, full-time basis for 12 months
Based at Queensland Childrens Hospital

The purpose of the Clinical Research Coordinator is to provide high-level research support across several clinical trials.

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

3d ago

Listed nine days ago

Research Officer/Senior Research Officer

at The Walter and Eliza Hall Institute

This is a Contract/Temp job

Parkville, Melbourne VIC

Great opportunity to join Australia's pre-eminent biomedical research institute
Up to 17% super and very attractive salary packaging options available
Opportunity to make a real difference

Great opportunity to join Australia's pre-eminent biomedical research institute
Up to 17% super and very attractive salary packaging options available
Opportunity to make a real difference

An exciting opportunity is available for a Research Officer or Senior Research Officer to join the Hill laboratory at WEHI.

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

9d ago

Listed ten days ago

Research Assistant

at Flinders University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bedford Park, Adelaide SA

$84599 - $93366 p.a. + 17% Superannuation

Contribute to a major grant-funded drug discovery program
Grow your career in a leading health research environment
Make a real impact in neurodegenerative disease research

Contribute to a major grant-funded drug discovery program
Grow your career in a leading health research environment
Make a real impact in neurodegenerative disease research

Support cutting-edge MND research, contributing to life-changing therapies in a collaborative, world-class lab environment.

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

10d ago

Listed seven days ago

Associate Research Fellow

at University of Wollongong

This is a Contract/Temp job

Blacktown, Sydney NSW

Level A: $97,061 - $113,715 + 17% Superannuation

Join a dynamic research environment supporting innovative, high-impact nursing research.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

7d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Research Fellow

at Curtin University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bentley, Perth WA

$118,308 - $140,147 (ALB) + 17% superannuation

Full time, fixed term contract until 31 May 2029 | Curtin Bentley Campus
On-campus amenities including a gym, medical centre, and childcare facilities
Generous leave entitlements and a variety of salary packaging options available

Full time, fixed term contract until 31 May 2029 | Curtin Bentley Campus
On-campus amenities including a gym, medical centre, and childcare facilities
Generous leave entitlements and a variety of salary packaging options available

Join Curtin's School of Population Health, driving real-world health impact through innovative epidemiology and long COVID research

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

19d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Principal Research Fellow - Ophthalmology

at The University of Sydney

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

Full time fixed term for 3 years at Charles Perkins Centre
Contribute to research focused project within the Save Sight Institute
Base Salary $187,960 - $207,069 plus super

Full time fixed term for 3 years at Charles Perkins Centre
Contribute to research focused project within the Save Sight Institute
Base Salary $187,960 - $207,069 plus super

RNA Engineer developing novel oligonucleotide-based therapies targeting metabolic and mitochondrial dysfunction in optic nerve diseases.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

13d ago

Listed three days ago

Research Support Officer

at Flinders University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Alice Springs, Alice Springs & Central Australia NT

$94456 - $100710 p.a. + 17% Superannuation

Support impactful health research in rural and remote communities
Collaborate with leading researchers and national stakeholders
17% super | 6 weeks annual leave

Support impactful health research in rural and remote communities
Collaborate with leading researchers and national stakeholders
17% super | 6 weeks annual leave

Research support role coordinating projects, data and stakeholders to deliver impactful health research in rural and remote communities.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

3d ago

Listed three days ago

Research Fellow in Pharmacy Practice and Medication Safety

at Macquarie University

This is a Contract/Temp job

North Ryde, Sydney NSW

$112550 - $150425 p.a. + 17% super + leave loading

Level A or B full-time/part-time, fixed-term position for 2 years
Innovative digital health & medication safety research
Collaborative multidisciplinary research environment

Level A or B full-time/part-time, fixed-term position for 2 years
Innovative digital health & medication safety research
Collaborative multidisciplinary research environment

Join innovative digital health research improving medication safety and aged care outcomes through AI-enabled solutions at Macquarie University.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

3d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Research Fellow - Implementation Science

at Queensland University of Technology

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

Total remuneration: $137,608 to $163,427 pa

Join us at QUT, the university for the real world
Fixed-term, full-time basis for 3 years
Based in Queensland

Join us at QUT, the university for the real world
Fixed-term, full-time basis for 3 years
Based in Queensland

The appointee's primary responsibility will be to support the delivery of the SAFEST study in a NHMRC-funded hybrid trial.

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

13d ago

Listed one day ago

ICU Data Science Research Fellow 2027

at Bayside Health

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Prahran, Melbourne VIC

The Alfred ICU Academic Centre is excited to offer the Health Services & Data Science Research Fellowship. This is an excellent opportunity for...

subClassification: Medical SpecialistsMedical Specialists

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

1d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

2027 Clinical Hepatology Fellow

at Monash Health

This is a Contract/Temp job

Clayton, Melbourne VIC

Join our thriving gastroenterology service & gain more in-depth hepatology experience including HCC and fibroscan training.

subClassification: Residents & RegistrarsResidents & Registrars

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

16d ago

Listed two days ago

LCRF-RRI - Research Fellow B

at The University of Adelaide

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

We are seeking a passionate and skilled researcher to join our team at the Nutrition, metabolic and reproductive health group within the Robinson...

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

2d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Fellow (Medical Oncology)

at Metro South Health

This is a Contract/Temp job

South Brisbane, Brisbane QLD

refer to RD

An established intellectual environment and research culture
Suitable candidate, training in Medical Oncology within RACP
Fulfil the accountabilities and responsibilities of this role

An established intellectual environment and research culture
Suitable candidate, training in Medical Oncology within RACP
Fulfil the accountabilities and responsibilities of this role

Attend tutorials, participate and present at grand rounds, attend compulsory courses and participate in on-the job training

subClassification: Residents & RegistrarsResidents & Registrars

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

16d ago

Listed ten days ago

Research Fellow First Nations Cancer Research (Identified)

at The University of Sydney

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Camperdown, Sydney NSW

Full-Time or Part-Time (0.6 FTE minimum), 2-year fixed-term opportunity
Opportunity to work in a new partnership between two Flagship Research Centres
Base Salary $127,436 - $151,328 (pro-rata for part-time) + 17% superannuation

Full-Time or Part-Time (0.6 FTE minimum), 2-year fixed-term opportunity
Opportunity to work in a new partnership between two Flagship Research Centres
Base Salary $127,436 - $151,328 (pro-rata for part-time) + 17% superannuation

Opportunity to work in a new partnership between two Flagship Research Centres, The Poche Centre for Indigenous Health and The Daffodil Centre.

subClassification: Biological & Biomedical SciencesBiological & Biomedical Sciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

10d ago

Listed three days ago

ARC Grant-Funded Researcher A

at The University of Adelaide

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Moorak, Mt Gambier & Limestone Coast SA

The Continental Evolution Research Group (CERG) specializes in constraining time-temperature histories of tectonic processes and associated...

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

3d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Clinical Project Officer – 13-month fixed-term parental leave contract

at Australian Rheumatology Association

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Remote)

$70 per hour

Work from home
Flexible working conditions

Work from home
Flexible working conditions

Are you a pharmacist or other health professional looking for something different?

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

23d ago•Expiring

Listed seven days ago

Research Associate in Criminology

at Flinders University

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

$90930 - $110197 p.a. + 17% Super

Work on a high-profile ARC Industry Laureate project with real-world impact
Collaborate with lead researchers, correctional agencies & justice stakeholders
Contribute to research shaping our offender rehabilitation policy and practices

Work on a high-profile ARC Industry Laureate project with real-world impact
Collaborate with lead researchers, correctional agencies & justice stakeholders
Contribute to research shaping our offender rehabilitation policy and practices

Join a nationally significant criminology research program driving innovative approaches to offender rehabilitation and reducing reoffending

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

7d ago

Listed six days ago

Clinical Trials Contracts Administrator

at University of the Sunshine Coast – UniSC

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

$82,843 - $93,358 p.a., plus 17% superannuation

Base location - UniSC Sunshine Coast, Health Hub Morayfield or UniSC SouthBank
Full-time (36.25 hours per week), 12 month fixed-term appointment
Support clinical trial contracts, governance, and impactful research at UniSC

Base location - UniSC Sunshine Coast, Health Hub Morayfield or UniSC SouthBank
Full-time (36.25 hours per week), 12 month fixed-term appointment
Support clinical trial contracts, governance, and impactful research at UniSC

Join UniSC Clinical Trials and support contracts, governance and stakeholder engagement to deliver high-quality research outcomes.

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

6d ago

Listed eight days ago

Research Fellow in Community Ecology / Spatial Ecology

at The University Of Melbourne

This is a Contract/Temp job

Parkville, Melbourne VIC

Fully funded three-year postdoc in community and spatial ecology
Lead a flagship large-scale intertidal field experiment
Develop your independent research profile

Fully funded three-year postdoc in community and spatial ecology
Lead a flagship large-scale intertidal field experiment
Develop your independent research profile

Lead innovative coastal field experiments and quantitative ecological research to understand the rules structuring marine biodiversity across space.

subClassification: Biological & Biomedical SciencesBiological & Biomedical Sciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

8d ago

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