Science & Technology Australia Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

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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)

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Listed eight hours ago

Translational Research Scientist (Cell Therapy Manufacturing)

at The Walter and Eliza Hall Institute

Be an early applicant

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 Translational Research Scientist (Cell Therapy Manufacturing) to join WEHI.

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

8h ago

Listed five hours ago

Research Technician

at The University of Adelaide

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

Reporting to the Senior Mortlock Fellow within the Weeds Research Group, this role sits within the School of Agriculture, Food and Wine and...

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

5h ago

Listed five days ago

Medical Scientist

at Department of Health

This is a Contract/Temp job

Launceston, Launceston & North East TAS

$73,834 to $111,364 per annum + 12% Super

Process specimens and perform accurate lab testing
Support clinicians with timely diagnostic results
Collaborate in a multidisciplinary healthcare team

Process specimens and perform accurate lab testing
Support clinicians with timely diagnostic results
Collaborate in a multidisciplinary healthcare team

Join a supportive pathology team and contribute to delivering high-quality diagnostic services. You’ll process specimens, perform laboratory testing,

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

5d ago

Listed one day 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)

1d ago

Listed six days ago

Lecturer

at University of Wollongong

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wollongong, Wollongong, Illawarra & South Coast NSW

$122478 - $141446 p.a. + 17% superannuation

Faculty of Engineering and Information Sciences - School of Computing and Information and Technology

subClassification: Teaching - TertiaryTeaching - Tertiary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

6d ago

Listed four days ago

Research Associate

at Curtin University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bentley, Perth WA(Hybrid)

$104,917 - $112,487 (ALA.6 - ALA.8) + 17% super

4-year fixed term, full-time contract until 31 Dec 2030 (+ possible extension)
Ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide (ARWU 2025)
Diverse team fostering inclusivity, innovation, collaboration & sustainability

4-year fixed term, full-time contract until 31 Dec 2030 (+ possible extension)
Ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide (ARWU 2025)
Diverse team fostering inclusivity, innovation, collaboration & sustainability

Advance climate‑positive solutions by decoding how native plants, microbes and minerals stabilise soil carbon.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

4d ago•Expiring

Listed eight 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)

8d ago

Listed six days ago

Scientist - Transfusions

at Mater Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$44.99 - $60.35hr + Super + Salary Packaging

Increase take-home pay with tax-free Salary Packaging up to $15,900
Join Queensland's largest not-for-profit healthcare organisation
South Brisbane location with discounted parking and close to public transport

Increase take-home pay with tax-free Salary Packaging up to $15,900
Join Queensland's largest not-for-profit healthcare organisation
South Brisbane location with discounted parking and close to public transport

Mater Pathology has an exciting opportunity for a Scientist to join our Transfusion team to primarily cover evening/ night shifts.

subClassification: PathologyPathology

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

6d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Graduate Program

at VFV Pty Ltd.

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mitcham, Melbourne VIC

$72,500 per year

A fantastic team environment
Get Experience in critical roles before deciding your career path
Work with Australia's largest Pharmaceutical manufacturing companies

A fantastic team environment
Get Experience in critical roles before deciding your career path
Work with Australia's largest Pharmaceutical manufacturing companies

A great introduction to the Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences industry in Australia. Get experience in critical roles with

subClassification: Pharmaceuticals & Medical DevicesPharmaceuticals & Medical Devices

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

22d ago

Listed twenty three hours ago

Data Engineer

at HBF Health Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA(Hybrid)

4 x 12-month fixed-term opportunities
FREE Gold hospital cover for you + your family
Central CBD office + hybrid working options

4 x 12-month fixed-term opportunities
FREE Gold hospital cover for you + your family
Central CBD office + hybrid working options

4 x 12-month fixed-term opportunities for Data Engineers to help build and optimise data pipelines and models to enable decision-making across HBF.

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

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

23h ago

Listed eleven 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)

11d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Technical / Laboratory Assistant - School of Medical Sciences

at The University of Sydney

This is a Contract/Temp job

Camperdown, Sydney NSW

Full time, fixed term for 12 months
Exciting opportunity to be a Laboratory Assistant with Associate Professor You
Base Salary starting from $83,038 + 17% superannuation

Full time, fixed term for 12 months
Exciting opportunity to be a Laboratory Assistant with Associate Professor You
Base Salary starting from $83,038 + 17% superannuation

We are seeking a Technical / Laboratory Assistant to provide technical support and research assistance within a laboratory environment.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

22d ago

Listed one day ago

Research Fellow in Pharmacy Practice and Medication Safety

at Macquarie University

Be an early applicant

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)

1d ago

Listed eleven 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)

11d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Medical Scientist Continuous Shift

at Department of Health - Queensland

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bundaberg, Bundaberg & Wide Bay Burnett QLD

$3,030.00 - $4,453.50 per fortnight plus super

Work across multiple pathology disciplines in one laboratory
Join a collaborative 24/7 scientific team environment
Contribute to critical diagnostic services across Wide Bay

Work across multiple pathology disciplines in one laboratory
Join a collaborative 24/7 scientific team environment
Contribute to critical diagnostic services across Wide Bay

Deliver multidisciplinary pathology services within a 24/7 hospital laboratory environment.

subClassification: PathologyPathology

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

13d ago

Listed four days ago

Associate Product Manager - 12 month parental leave contract

at Veracross

This is a Contract/Temp job

Miami, Gold Coast QLD(Hybrid)

Shape products end-to-end — from discovery through launch and beyond.
Partner with design, engineering, sales, and customer success daily.
Hybrid Gold Coast role: grow your PM career with real cross-team impact.

Shape products end-to-end — from discovery through launch and beyond.
Partner with design, engineering, sales, and customer success daily.
Hybrid Gold Coast role: grow your PM career with real cross-team impact.

Supporting product management efforts through research, coordination, and execution - You will be involved across the full product lifecycle.

subClassification: Product Management & DevelopmentProduct Management & Development

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

4d ago

Listed eight days ago

Postdoctoral Research Associate/Research Fellow

at Flinders University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bedford Park, Adelaide SA

$90930 - $137122 p.a. + 17% Superannuation

Cutting-edge MND research with real-world impact
Collaborate with global research and industry partners
Grow your research career in a high-impact environment

Cutting-edge MND research with real-world impact
Collaborate with global research and industry partners
Grow your research career in a high-impact environment

Advance impactful MND research across Level A-B roles, using cutting-edge stem cell models to drive discovery, collaboration and real-world outcomes.

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

8d ago

Listed seven days ago

Technical Officer Scientific

at AGL

This is a Contract/Temp job

Traralgon, West Gippsland & Latrobe Valley VIC

Manage plant chemistry performance to strict quality for a large power station
Parental Leave cover until December 2027
Wide range of employee benefits including discounted Energy & Telco plans

Manage plant chemistry performance to strict quality for a large power station
Parental Leave cover until December 2027
Wide range of employee benefits including discounted Energy & Telco plans

Play a vital role in the Scientific Services team, ensuring the operation & monitoring of water treatment and chemical plants at AGL Loy Yang.

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

7d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Remote Sensing Scientist (Plant Phenotyping) - Gordonvale

at SRA (Sugar Research Australia)

This is a Contract/Temp job

Gordonvale, Cairns & Far North QLD

Join an innovative team making real impact in plant breeding technologies
Flexible work environment
Cairns location

Join an innovative team making real impact in plant breeding technologies
Flexible work environment
Cairns location

Join our innovative team dedicated to advancing sugarcane plant breeding through cutting-edge remote sensing and phenotyping technologies.

subClassification: Agronomy & Farm ServicesAgronomy & Farm Services

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

19d ago

Listed eight days ago

Mechatronic Engineer

at Biologic Environmental

This is a Contract/Temp job

Osborne Park, Perth WA

$45 – $48 per hour

Build real field-deployed monitoring units for a client project
Hands-on exposure to electronics, firmware, CAD and ruggedisation
Autonomous role with strong team support

Build real field-deployed monitoring units for a client project
Hands-on exposure to electronics, firmware, CAD and ruggedisation
Autonomous role with strong team support

Build, test and deliver rugged remote monitoring units to meet client deadlines. Hands-on work across electronics, firmware, CAD and weatherproofing.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

8d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Account Manager - Life Science NSW | 12-month FTC

at Getinge Australia Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

Join a well respected Company and make a difference to the lives of others
Supportive team environment - excellent rewards
Flexibility and real career development opportunities

Join a well respected Company and make a difference to the lives of others
Supportive team environment - excellent rewards
Flexibility and real career development opportunities

Drive sales of innovative Life Science solutions across NSW with Getinge—empowering research, pharma, and academia through advanced technology.

subClassification: Account & Relationship ManagementAccount & Relationship Management

classification: Sales(Sales)

20d ago

Listed eight days ago

Research Sleep Scientist

at Austin Health

This is a Contract/Temp job

Heidelberg, Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Generous salary packaging to increase your take home pay
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Enjoy a strong sense of purpose in the healthcare industry

Generous salary packaging to increase your take home pay
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Enjoy a strong sense of purpose in the healthcare industry

Make an impact on the lives of patients, their families and carers in this career opportunity at Austin Health.

subClassification: Biological & Biomedical SciencesBiological & Biomedical Sciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

8d ago

Listed six 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)

6d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Mass Spectrometry Lead

at Murdoch University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Murdoch, Perth WA

$131854 - $137976 p.a. + 17% super

Lead world-class Mass Spectrometry infrastructure and capability
Own end-to-end operations with a focus on ISO/IEC quality assurance
Shape the future of precision bioscience through facility leadership

Lead world-class Mass Spectrometry infrastructure and capability
Own end-to-end operations with a focus on ISO/IEC quality assurance
Shape the future of precision bioscience through facility leadership

Take the lead in Mass Spectrometry at the Australian National Phenome Centre and help us shape the future of discovery

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

19d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Environment, Health & Safety Specialist - 12-month contract

at GlaxoSmithKline

This is a Contract/Temp job

Abbotsford, Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

competitive package + 5 extra days of leave

High‑impact ANZ EHS role with real influence in a complex, field‑based business
Rare opportunity to lead wellbeing, mental health and psychosocial risk at scale
Work closely with senior leaders and global EHS teams in a true partner role

High‑impact ANZ EHS role with real influence in a complex, field‑based business
Rare opportunity to lead wellbeing, mental health and psychosocial risk at scale
Work closely with senior leaders and global EHS teams in a true partner role

Senior ANZ EHS Specialist role influencing safety, wellbeing and injury management in a commercial, field-based environment with global exposure.

subClassification: Occupational Health & SafetyOccupational Health & Safety

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

18d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Senior Research Officer - Offshore Fieldwork Specialist

at Curtin University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bentley, Perth WA(Hybrid)

$106,094 - $113,913 (G07) + 17% superannuation

Three-year fixed term, full-time contract
Generous leave entitlements
Based at the Bentley Campus, Perth; regular offshore fieldwork requirement

Three-year fixed term, full-time contract
Generous leave entitlements
Based at the Bentley Campus, Perth; regular offshore fieldwork requirement

Ready for adventure? Join CMST's offshore team and lead fieldwork, manage equipment, analyse data, and help protect our oceans for a better tomorrow!

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

14d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Production Assistant

at Chrysos Corporation Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

Opportunities to work in an environment that's transforming the mining industry.
Collaboration with industry experts.
Exciting career prospects and room for advancement.

Opportunities to work in an environment that's transforming the mining industry.
Collaboration with industry experts.
Exciting career prospects and room for advancement.

Preparing Chrysos jars and discs, assembling equipment and sub-assemblies, conducting acceptance testing, and assisting with warehouse activities.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

21d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Research Assistant, Academic Level A/B

at CIHE Australia (previously Crown Institute of Higher Education)

This is a Contract/Temp job

North Sydney, Sydney NSW

$65,863 – $97,708 per year

Scope for transition to teaching and research roles once courses are ready.
Scope for some work from home.
Ideal for a person current pursuing postgraduate study.

Scope for transition to teaching and research roles once courses are ready.
Scope for some work from home.
Ideal for a person current pursuing postgraduate study.

You will work closely with the Executive Dean to develop new Masters degrees in Allied Health specialisations.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

21d ago

Listed five days ago

Senior Developer (Full Stack) WordPress Experience mandatory - FULLY REMOTE

at Good to Great Schools Australia Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Remote)

WFH as part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team, design and deliver cutting-edge web applications that underpin our school support programs

subClassification: Web Development & ProductionWeb Development & Production

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

5d ago

Listed eight days ago

Senior Data Engineer

at NTI Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

Senior role shaping modern cloud data platforms
Design and deliver scalable data pipelines
Permanent, full time role with market leading employee benefits

Senior role shaping modern cloud data platforms
Design and deliver scalable data pipelines
Permanent, full time role with market leading employee benefits

Lead the design and delivery of scalable data pipelines and cloud data platforms that enable advanced analytics and data driven decision making at NTI

subClassification: Database Development & AdministrationDatabase Development & Administration

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

8d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Principal, Biodiversity & Habitats (Fisheries Conservation)

at The Minderoo Foundation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

An exciting role leading the design and delivery of strategic initiatives to protect ocean biodiversity and habitats.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

12d ago

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Postdoc / Research Fellow in Digital Agricultural Futures

Translational Research Scientist (Cell Therapy Manufacturing)

Research Technician

Medical Scientist

Clinical Research Coordinator

Lecturer

Research Associate

Research Assistant

Scientist - Transfusions

Graduate Program

Data Engineer

Analytics Solution Engineer

Technical / Laboratory Assistant - School of Medical Sciences

Research Fellow in Pharmacy Practice and Medication Safety

Research Fellow - Implementation Science

Medical Scientist Continuous Shift

Associate Product Manager - 12 month parental leave contract

Postdoctoral Research Associate/Research Fellow

Technical Officer Scientific

Remote Sensing Scientist (Plant Phenotyping) - Gordonvale

Mechatronic Engineer

Account Manager - Life Science NSW | 12-month FTC

Research Sleep Scientist

Postdoc / Research Fellow in Digital Agricultural Futures

Mass Spectrometry Lead

Environment, Health & Safety Specialist - 12-month contract

Senior Research Officer - Offshore Fieldwork Specialist

Production Assistant

Research Assistant, Academic Level A/B

Senior Developer (Full Stack) WordPress Experience mandatory - FULLY REMOTE

Senior Data Engineer

Principal, Biodiversity & Habitats (Fisheries Conservation)

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