Bioengineering Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

Listed two days ago

Senior Molecular Scientist

at Department of Health - Queensland

This is a Contract/Temp job

Herston, Brisbane QLD

$5,557.50 - $5,798.90 per fortnight plus super

Career development
Permanent part-time role with shift and on-call opportunities
Apply advanced scientific skills in a 24/7 environment

Career development
Permanent part-time role with shift and on-call opportunities
Apply advanced scientific skills in a 24/7 environment

To provide support in scientific leadership and management to the Supervising Scientist of the Molecular Diagnostic Unit (MDU)/Infectious Diseases

subClassification: PathologyPathology

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

2d ago

Listed six hours ago

Medical Scientist

at Department of Health

Be an early applicant

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)

6h ago

Listed one day 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)

1d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Senior Clinical Research Associate

at OncoRes Medical

This is a Contract/Temp job

Nedlands, Perth WA(Hybrid)

Full-time (1.0 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis for 12 months
Flexible working arrangements with onsite parking available
Unique opportunity to get involved in an early rapidly growing company

Full-time (1.0 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis for 12 months
Flexible working arrangements with onsite parking available
Unique opportunity to get involved in an early rapidly growing company

A rare opportunity to help develop a novel, disruptive medical product that will impact the lives of millions of people around the world.

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

19d ago

Listed three 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)

3d 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 two 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)

2d ago

Listed two days ago

Chemical Service Technician

at Evolve Scientific

This is a Contract/Temp job

Smithfield, Sydney NSW

AUD 45 - 55 per hour, $44–$45 + super, start ASAP

Manage on-site chemical programmes, ensuring performance and reliability
Carry out water testing, interpret results, and adjust treatments
Troubleshoot plant issues, liaise with operators, and ensure smooth daily ops

Manage on-site chemical programmes, ensuring performance and reliability
Carry out water testing, interpret results, and adjust treatments
Troubleshoot plant issues, liaise with operators, and ensure smooth daily ops

Technical Chemical Service Technician | Site-based | Smithfield | Water treatment & chemical programmes | Global chemicals co.

subClassification: Chemical EngineeringChemical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

2d ago

Listed two 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)

2d ago

Listed seventeen 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)

17d ago

Listed three days ago

Plant Breeding Technician - Ingham

at SRA (Sugar Research Australia)

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ingham, Northern QLD

Challenging, varied, hands on role.
Support local team developing improved sugarcane varieties.
Contribute to increased regional sugarcane production.

Challenging, varied, hands on role.
Support local team developing improved sugarcane varieties.
Contribute to increased regional sugarcane production.

Exciting full-time opportunity for a Plant Breeding Technician with great skills to make a positive impact for the Australian sugarcane industry.

subClassification: Agronomy & Farm ServicesAgronomy & Farm Services

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

3d ago

Listed seven days ago

Water Quality Scientist

at Seqwater

This is a Contract/Temp job

Landsborough, Sunshine Coast QLD

Protect SEQ water quality through hands-on scientific fieldwork
Work outdoors across stunning SEQ locations and waterways
Drive innovation in environmental monitoring and water science

Protect SEQ water quality through hands-on scientific fieldwork
Work outdoors across stunning SEQ locations and waterways
Drive innovation in environmental monitoring and water science

Field role collecting and analysing water quality data to support Seqwater’s environmental and operational standards.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

7d ago•Expiring

Listed fourteen 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)

14d ago

Listed three hours ago

Postdoctoral Research Fellow- Neurodegeneration Research

at Macquarie University

Be an early applicant

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)

3h ago

Listed three 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)

3d ago

Listed three 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)

3d ago

Listed two 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)

2d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Senior Scientist

at NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment & Water

This is a Contract/Temp job

Parramatta, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Ranges from $124,322 to $138,494 pa + Super

Deliver NSW water science supporting estuaries, catchments and policy impact
Shape NSW water outcomes through science, analysis and environmental policy
Influence NSW water strategy through expert estuary and catchment science

Deliver NSW water science supporting estuaries, catchments and policy impact
Shape NSW water outcomes through science, analysis and environmental policy
Influence NSW water strategy through expert estuary and catchment science

Senior Scientist delivering NSW water science, providing technical expertise and analysis to support estuaries, catchments, policy and management.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

13d ago

Listed eight 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)

8d ago

Listed two days ago

Senior Scientist - Microbiology

at Canberra Health Services

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Deakin, Canberra ACT

$111639.0 - $120057.0 p.a.

An exciting opportunity exists for a Senior Scientist Microbiology to join Canberra Health Services.

subClassification: PathologyPathology

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

2d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Vaccine Research & Development Analyst (Maternity Cover)

at Virbac Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Penrith, Sydney NSW

$70,000 – $80,000 per year

Help care for the animals that care for our planet. Grow your career at a certified Great Place to Work® with flexibility, heart, and purpose.

subClassification: Analysis & ReportingAnalysis & Reporting

classification: Banking & Financial Services(Banking & Financial Services)

20d ago

Listed three days ago

Postdoctoral Research Associate/Research Fellow

at Flinders University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bedford Park, Adelaide SA

$90930 - $115871 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)

3d ago

Listed one day ago

Postdoc / Research Fellow in Digital Agricultural Futures

at Charles Sturt University

Be an early applicant

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)

1d ago

Listed five 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)

5d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Research Engineer - Software

at OncoRes Medical

This is a Contract/Temp job

Nedlands, Perth WA

12 month full-time contract with free on-site parking available
Flexible working arrangements available
Unique opportunity to get involved in an early rapidly growing company

12 month full-time contract with free on-site parking available
Flexible working arrangements available
Unique opportunity to get involved in an early rapidly growing company

A rare opportunity to help develop a novel, disruptive medical product that will impact the lives of millions of people around the world.

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

13d ago

Listed six 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)

6d ago

Listed six hours ago

Engineering Manager

at Xenco Services

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Competitive Rate

Lead engineering delivery across design, construction, commissioning
Contribute directly to the success of a high-value project
Work with a well-established mining company

Lead engineering delivery across design, construction, commissioning
Contribute directly to the success of a high-value project
Work with a well-established mining company

Engineering Manager leading multidisciplinary teams across full project lifecycle delivery in mining capital projects from design to handover.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

6h ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Laboratory Operations Officer

at Evolve Scientific

This is a Contract/Temp job

North Ryde, Sydney NSW

AUD 50 - 51 per hour

Australian Government laboratory supporting national measurement standards
Laboratory Operations Officer role within environmental and food testing
Ongoing contract based in North Ryde

Australian Government laboratory supporting national measurement standards
Laboratory Operations Officer role within environmental and food testing
Ongoing contract based in North Ryde

Join a leading government laboratory as a Laboratory Operations Officer, supporting accredited environmental and food testing.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

17d 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 ten days ago

Laboratory and Technical Support Officer

at JCU: James Cook University, Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Townsville, Northern QLD

5 weeks of annual recreation leave, 15 days of paid sick/personal/carers
Up to 17% employer contributions with UniSuper
Monday - Friday work roster

5 weeks of annual recreation leave, 15 days of paid sick/personal/carers
Up to 17% employer contributions with UniSuper
Monday - Friday work roster

Support immersive, high‑quality clinical education through hands‑on technical expertise in laboratory-based teaching.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

10d ago•Expiring

Listed three days ago

Indoor Environment Specialist

at CFT Building Consultants & Engineers

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

$135,000 – $150,000 per year

Exciting new program!

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

3d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Academic Specialist in Protein Production

at The University Of Melbourne

This is a Contract/Temp job

Carlton, Melbourne VIC

$124656 - $176065 p.a. + plus 17% super

Drive structural genomics research outcomes
Lead high-impact protein production workflows
Benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs

Drive structural genomics research outcomes
Lead high-impact protein production workflows
Benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs

Lead high-throughput protein expression and purification workflows that underpin a major structural genomics program.

subClassification: Chemistry & PhysicsChemistry & Physics

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

14d ago

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