Computer Science Research Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - Jun 2026

Listed twenty seven days ago

Research Engineer - Software

at OncoRes Medical

Expiring soon

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)

27d ago

Listed ten days ago

Research Associate

at Curtin University

Expiring soon

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)

10d ago

Listed one day ago

AI Engineer

at Quinn Allan

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

6 Month Day Rate Contract
Melbourne CBD
Immediate Start

6 Month Day Rate Contract
Melbourne CBD
Immediate Start

Lead the technical way in the world of AI for this leading business

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

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

1d ago

Listed four days ago

Analyst Cyber Security

at Department of Health - Queensland

This is a Contract/Temp job

Fortitude Valley, Brisbane QLD

$4,167.80 - $4,534.70 per fortnight + super

Competitive salary + generous superannuation and leave loading
Diverse work culture
Flexible working arrangements

Competitive salary + generous superannuation and leave loading
Diverse work culture
Flexible working arrangements

Provide Information Security advice and support to ensure that Queensland Health’s Information Security solutions and requirements are achieved.

subClassification: SecuritySecurity

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

4d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Software Development Intern (12 weeks)

at 21CS

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$12,500 for 12 weeks internship

Kickstart your software career at 21CS Perth! Work on AI-driven development with a global team. Ideal for final-year CS students.

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

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

15d ago

Listed three days ago

Project Officer - AI Transformation

at Western Sydney University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Parramatta, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$107,053 – $115,469 + 17% Super & Leave Loading

Enjoy competitive pay, 17% super and a 35-hour week.
Work in a university focused on service, inclusion and positive impact.
Project Officer supporting AI transformation at Western Sydney University.

Enjoy competitive pay, 17% super and a 35-hour week.
Work in a university focused on service, inclusion and positive impact.
Project Officer supporting AI transformation at Western Sydney University.

Project Officer supporting AI transformation at Western Sydney University.

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

3d ago

Listed three days ago

Research Assistant / Junior Postdoc - Christie Lab

at Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

24-months Fixed-Term, Full-Time opportunity
80 hours per fortnight with monthly ADOs
Attractive salary packaging options are available

24-months Fixed-Term, Full-Time opportunity
80 hours per fortnight with monthly ADOs
Attractive salary packaging options are available

Seeking a highly skilled Research Assistant or Junior Postdoc to join the Christie Lab within the Cancer Evolution and Metastasis program

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

3d ago

Listed one day ago

Systems Engineer

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 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 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: Pharmaceuticals & Medical DevicesPharmaceuticals & Medical Devices

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

1d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Bioinformatics Research Engineer

at Children's Cancer Institute

This is a Contract/Temp job

Randwick, Sydney NSW

The Computational Biology Group leads a diverse portfolio of projects in precision medicine, genomics, and bioinformatics, spanning novel methods...

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

21d ago

Listed two days ago

Data Engineer - two roles available

at Department of Health - Queensland

This is a Contract/Temp job

Fortitude Valley, Brisbane QLD

Government Opportunity
Competitive Salary
Generous Superannuation

Government Opportunity
Competitive Salary
Generous Superannuation

Great opportunity for experienced Data Engineers to join our team to innovate, deliver and drive effective ICT solutions

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

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

2d ago

Listed three days ago

Data Engineer

at Australian Alliance to End Homelessness

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$100,000 per year

Design & build scalable data pipelines powering national effort to end homelessness - turning complex data to reliable insights for frontline impact.

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

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

3d ago

Listed one day ago

Data Engineer

at HEWITT FOODS PTY LTD

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Build modern Lakehouse and cloud data platforms
Drive data innovation across a growing business
Join a collaborative and high-performing tech team (maximum 18-month contract)

Build modern Lakehouse and cloud data platforms
Drive data innovation across a growing business
Join a collaborative and high-performing tech team (maximum 18-month contract)

Build scalable data platforms, pipelines and integrations that power analytics, automation and business decision-making.

subClassification: Database Development & AdministrationDatabase Development & Administration

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

1d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Clinical Data Engineer

at Murdoch Children's Research Institute

Expiring soon

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)

24d ago

Listed seventeen 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)

17d ago

Listed three days ago

Mid Level AI Analyst - Governance & Ethics

at Talent

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

12 month contract with possible extensions
Perfect for someone with Governance and Ethics experience with AI
Competitive daily rate

12 month contract with possible extensions
Perfect for someone with Governance and Ethics experience with AI
Competitive daily rate

Brilliant opportunity for an AI Analyst who specialises in Governance and Ethics to join a 12-month contract with potential to extend further

subClassification: Business/Systems AnalystsBusiness/Systems Analysts

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

3d ago

Listed three days ago

Senior AI Specialist (Assurance)

at AAR Consulting Group P/L

This is a Contract/Temp job

Eveleigh, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$862 per day (inclusive of super or plus GST)

Provide assurance, risk assessment and expert advice - support consistent application of AI governance across corporate & schools

subClassification: Business/Systems AnalystsBusiness/Systems Analysts

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

3d ago

Listed two days ago

AI Engineer

at Slade Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Interview ASAP | Great management and team
6 month contract with potential extensions
Play a vital impact in the AI journey

Interview ASAP | Great management and team
6 month contract with potential extensions
Play a vital impact in the AI journey

Hands-on AI Engineer building production Azure OpenAI/Copilot solutions to automate analysis, assessment design and learning tools.

Recruited bySam Makdesi

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

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

2d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Data Scientist

at Recruitment Hive

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT(Hybrid)

$120 - $135 ph (inc-Super) weekly pay options

6 + 6 + 6 month contract - ASAP start
All States and Territories - Remote considered
Must be technically strong in R, SQL & Modelling

6 + 6 + 6 month contract - ASAP start
All States and Territories - Remote considered
Must be technically strong in R, SQL & Modelling

Contribute to high-impact, policy-relevant modelling - aged-care sector - R, SQL, MLOps, Atlassian, Oracle - enhance a Viability & Investability Tool

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

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

13d ago

Listed nine days ago

AI Specialist

at Wirrigan Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$700 - $770 per day + super

$700- $770 per day + super
12 month contract
Hybrid work arrangements

$700- $770 per day + super
12 month contract
Hybrid work arrangements

subClassification: OtherOther

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

9d ago

Listed ten days ago

Technical Lead

at Metro South Health

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$5,957.70 to $6,304.00 per fortnight + Super

Lead technical strategy and shape future digital solutions
Mentor teams while staying hands-on with cutting-edge tech
Drive meaningful innovation within a healthcare environment

Lead technical strategy and shape future digital solutions
Mentor teams while staying hands-on with cutting-edge tech
Drive meaningful innovation within a healthcare environment

Lead technical strategy, mentor teams and build scalable healthcare solutions in a hands-on role driving innovation and impact.

subClassification: OtherOther

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

10d ago

Listed one day ago

Data Engineer - Quantexa

at PRA

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT(Hybrid)

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Senior Data Engineer (Quantexa) - 12-month Canberra contract building AWS data platforms for fraud detection, risk analytics, and entity resolution.

subClassification: Database Development & AdministrationDatabase Development & Administration

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

1d ago

Listed two days ago

AI Governance & Assurance Specialist

at Talent

This is a Contract/Temp job

Eveleigh, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$700 - $770 p.d.

NSW Government organisation
Sydney Inner West | Hybrid
12-Month Contract | ASAP Start (Pending Checks)

NSW Government organisation
Sydney Inner West | Hybrid
12-Month Contract | ASAP Start (Pending Checks)

NSW Government organisation 📍 Sydney Inner West | Hybrid 📅 12-Month Contract | ASAP Start (Pending Checks) 💲 $700 - $770 per day + Super

subClassification: OtherOther

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

2d ago

Listed one day ago

AI Engineer

at Konnexus

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

6 Month Day Contract with scope for extension
Paying between $800-900 per day
Deliver AI Solutions in the Microsoft Ecosystem - Azure AI and Copilot

6 Month Day Contract with scope for extension
Paying between $800-900 per day
Deliver AI Solutions in the Microsoft Ecosystem - Azure AI and Copilot

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

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

1d ago

Listed three days ago

Big Data Engineer who knows Java - up to $950/day - Lots of WFH

at Balance Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

St Leonards, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Up to $950/day

12 mth contract based in St Leonards working with a heavyweight of cybersecurity

subClassification: Developers/ProgrammersDevelopers/Programmers

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

3d ago

Listed nine days ago

Cyber Security Specialist - Advisory

at Curtin University

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bentley, Perth WA(Hybrid)

$119,125 - $126,950 (G08) + 17% superannuation

6-Month Parental Leave Opportunity to December 2026
Hybrid working including 2 days per week from home | Bentley Campus
On-campus amenities including a gym, medical centre, and childcare facilities

6-Month Parental Leave Opportunity to December 2026
Hybrid working including 2 days per week from home | Bentley Campus
On-campus amenities including a gym, medical centre, and childcare facilities

Join our growing cyber security function in a hands-on advisory role supporting a large and evolving technology environment.

subClassification: SecuritySecurity

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

9d ago

Listed nine days ago

Principal Analytics Engineer

at Recruitment Hive

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

$165 - $185 Phr Inc Super - Weekly Pays

Multiple Locations - Weekly Pay Options
Long Term Contract - NV1 Clearance Required
Experience in wrangling complex datasets Desirable

Multiple Locations - Weekly Pay Options
Long Term Contract - NV1 Clearance Required
Experience in wrangling complex datasets Desirable

Work with architecture and engineering teams to build robust, sustainable and adaptable analytics platforms

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

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

9d ago

Listed eight days ago

Research Assistant

at University of Newcastle

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newcastle, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW

Join a team dedicated to advancing knowledge and improving health outcomes
Gain valuable experience and professional development opportunities
Full Time Fixed Term Opportunity until June 2027

Join a team dedicated to advancing knowledge and improving health outcomes
Gain valuable experience and professional development opportunities
Full Time Fixed Term Opportunity until June 2027

Opportunity to contribute to impactful research, gain valuable experience, and make a difference in health research.

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

8d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

TSPV - Software Developer (Computer Vision & Machine Learning)

at Compas Pty Ltd

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT

TSPV-cleared Software Developer role based onsite in ACT
12-month contract with 2 x 12-month extension options
Build CV and ML solutions in a secure intelligence environment

TSPV-cleared Software Developer role based onsite in ACT
12-month contract with 2 x 12-month extension options
Build CV and ML solutions in a secure intelligence environment

TSPV-cleared Software Developer role in ACT building computer vision and machine learning solutions in a secure environment.

subClassification: Developers/ProgrammersDevelopers/Programmers

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

24d ago

Listed twenty 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)

20d ago

Listed seventeen 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)

17d ago

Listed four days ago

Data Analyst

at NSW Electoral Commission

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$99,938 - $110,271

A temporary full-time Data Analyst role (up to 30/06/2027).

subClassification: AnalystsAnalysts

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

4d ago

Listed twenty three hours ago

Senior Technical Analyst

at Department of Health - Queensland

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Government Opportunity
Generous Superannuation
Competitive Salary

Government Opportunity
Generous Superannuation
Competitive Salary

This unique opportunity to join a diverse, inclusive and highly efficient team within eHealth’s Cyber Security Program.

subClassification: Business/Systems AnalystsBusiness/Systems Analysts

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

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