Data Research 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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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)

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Listed two 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)

2d ago

Listed two days ago

Data Analyst

at DFP Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newcastle, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW(Hybrid)

AUD 60.26 per hour

$60.26/hour + Super
• Multiple locations available: Newcastle, Brisbane, Richmond
Applicants must be Australian Citizens

$60.26/hour + Super
• Multiple locations available: Newcastle, Brisbane, Richmond
Applicants must be Australian Citizens

Data Analyst provides detailed technical, professional, policy, operational support and advice in relation to complex problems

subClassification: Government - FederalGovernment - Federal

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed seven days ago

Data Analyst

at Department of Housing and Public Works

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$104,722 - $113,618 per annum

Temporary full time until 30/09/26
$104,722 - $113,618 per annum
Generous Superannuation

Temporary full time until 30/09/26
$104,722 - $113,618 per annum
Generous Superannuation

The work you will do helps someone every day, and that means the world to us.

subClassification: Data Entry & Word ProcessingData Entry & Word Processing

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

7d ago

Listed eight 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)

8d ago

Listed eight days ago

Research Officer

at Monash University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Caulfield East, Melbourne VIC

$100,155 - $108,106 pa HEW 06 + 17% employer super

Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
Work at our beautiful Caulfield Campus location
Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them

Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
Work at our beautiful Caulfield Campus location
Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them

Support the PACE program through coordination, data management and stakeholder engagement across multidisciplinary health research.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

8d ago

Listed five days ago

Research Assistant in Criminology

at Flinders University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bedford Park, Adelaide SA

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

Work on an ARC-funded justice research project
Gain hands-on experience in longitudinal mixed-methods research
Collaborate with academics and community corrections stakeholders

Work on an ARC-funded justice research project
Gain hands-on experience in longitudinal mixed-methods research
Collaborate with academics and community corrections stakeholders

Support an ARC DECRA research project on community corrections, contributing to impactful longitudinal and mixed-methods justice research.

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

5d ago

Listed seven hours ago

Information Management Officer

at Metro South Health

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$4,167.80 to $4,534.70 per fortnight

Work with a leading Queensland public healthcare provider
Flexible full-time role with possible extension
Support meaningful healthcare outcomes through data quality

Work with a leading Queensland public healthcare provider
Flexible full-time role with possible extension
Support meaningful healthcare outcomes through data quality

Support critical healthcare data systems and drive data quality improvements at Princess Alexandra Hospital with Metro South Health

subClassification: Records Management & Document ControlRecords Management & Document Control

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

7h ago

Listed one day 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)

1d ago

Listed three 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)

3d ago

Listed nine days ago

Project Manager (6-12 Month Parental Leave Contract)

at Roy Morgan Research

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

Work in Australia's leading market research company with experienced researche
6-12 month parental leave contract
Based in Melbourne CBD - 5 mins walk from train station

Work in Australia's leading market research company with experienced researche
6-12 month parental leave contract
Based in Melbourne CBD - 5 mins walk from train station

Are you passionate about conducting research that has a significant impact on informing and shaping important policies in Australia?

subClassification: Market Research & AnalysisMarket Research & Analysis

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

9d ago

Listed nine days ago

Data Analyst

at Hays | Accountancy & Finance

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT(Hybrid)

EL1 I $80-$110 + 12% super/hourly

High-level stakeholder exposure
Long-term contract stability
Contact Alden I 02 6112 7698

High-level stakeholder exposure
Long-term contract stability
Contact Alden I 02 6112 7698

Lead data-driven policy analysis to shape sector performance and strategic outcomes.

subClassification: Government - FederalGovernment - Federal

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

9d ago

Listed eight days ago

Research Fellow

at Monash University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Caulfield East, Melbourne VIC

$83,280 - $113,025 pa Level A +17% super

Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
Work at our beautiful Caulfield Campus location
Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them

Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
Work at our beautiful Caulfield Campus location
Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them

Conduct patient-centred health research, designing DCEs, analysing qualitative data, and contributing to publications and collaborative projects.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

8d ago

Listed two days ago

Senior Data Analyst

at Recruitment Hive

This is a Contract/Temp job

Surry Hills, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$120.00 - $140.00 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 innovate and enhance disability service delivery through advanced analytics and leadership.

subClassification: Business/Systems AnalystsBusiness/Systems Analysts

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

2d ago

Listed seven 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)

7d ago

Listed five days ago

Research Officer Education

at Melbourne Polytechnic

This is a Contract/Temp job

Preston, Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

$77,156 per year

Contribute to Innovative Education Research Projects
Support Evidence-Based Teaching and Learning Outcomes
Join a Leading TAFE Focused on Educational Innovation

Contribute to Innovative Education Research Projects
Support Evidence-Based Teaching and Learning Outcomes
Join a Leading TAFE Focused on Educational Innovation

Support innovative education research through evaluation, analysis and collaboration to improve evidence-based learning outcomes.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

5d ago•Expiring

Listed nine days ago

Voice of Experience Officer

at Standards Australia Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Not-for-profit, Australia's leading standards body
Located near Wynyard and Circular Quay
Employer of Choice Award winner 2023 and 2024

Not-for-profit, Australia's leading standards body
Located near Wynyard and Circular Quay
Employer of Choice Award winner 2023 and 2024

Deliver actionable experience insights that turn customer and employee feedback into business improvement.

subClassification: Market Research & AnalysisMarket Research & Analysis

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

9d ago

Listed five days ago

APS6 Data Analyst - Brisbane

at Hays | Policy & Strategy

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

Federal Government Organisation
Contract until December 31
Hybrid Working Opportunity

Federal Government Organisation
Contract until December 31
Hybrid Working Opportunity

APS6 Data Analyst

subClassification: Government - FederalGovernment - Federal

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

5d ago

Listed twelve 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)

12d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Research assistant

at The Constant Investor

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Remote)

$3,000 – $4,000 per month

Alan Kohler is looking for an economics graduate or similar to help with research, either full or part time.

subClassification: Journalism & WritingJournalism & Writing

classification: Advertising, Arts & Media(Advertising, Arts & Media)

12d ago

Listed six 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)

6d ago

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