Honours Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - Aug 2026

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Talent and Organisational Development Manager

This is a Contract/Temp job

Champion talent and succession strategy for a global leader in luxury wine
Drive leadership uplift and engagement programs with visible impact
Join a culture that brings its whole self and delivers together

Shape TWE's future by leading internal talent, succession, leadership and engagement strategies that build capability and drive business success.

subClassification: Organisational DevelopmentOrganisational Development classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

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Listed eighteen hours ago

PhD Student Call for Expressions of Interest PhD in Business (Management)

at Bond University

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Robina, Gold Coast QLD

Tuition fee waiver and scholarship options*

Receive high quality, personalised supervision
Have access to the full range of facilities available to Bond Uni students
Work alongside respected senior academics conducting leading-edge research

The Bond Business School is calling for expressions of interest from Business graduates wishing to complete a PhD in the field of Management.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

18h ago

Listed eighteen hours ago

PhD Student Call for Expressions of Interest PhD in Business (Management)

at Bond University

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Robina, Gold Coast QLD

Tuition fee waiver and scholarship options*

Have access to the full range of facilities available to Bond Uni students
Work alongside respected senior academics conducting leading-edge research
Receive high quality, personalised supervision

The Bond Business School is calling for expressions of interest from Business graduates wishing to complete a PhD in the field of Management.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

18h ago

Listed seventeen hours ago

Research Laboratory Scientist

at Bayside Health

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

Maximise your take home salary
5 weeks Annual Leave
Close to public transport

Fixed Term – 12 months Full-time: 76 hours per fortnight Medical Scientist Grade 1 Location: Alfred Health Staff benefits

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

17h ago

Listed five days ago

Expressions of Interest – Academic Board Members

at Wentworth Institute of Higher Education

This is a Contract/Temp job

Surry Hills, Sydney NSW

WIN Higher Education invites expressions of interest from experienced higher education professionals for appointment to its Academic Board.

subClassification: Board AppointmentsBoard Appointments classification: CEO & General Management(CEO & General Management)

5d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Research Fellow / Senior Research Fellow

at Curtin University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$121,857 - $144,352 ALB / $148,847 - $171,344 ALC

Fixed-term, 3-year full-time contract from commencement, at Curtin's Perth CBD
Competitive remuneration + 17% super contributions
A variety of salary packaging options available

This is an exciting new national research centre focused on the implications of digital technologies such as AI on work.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

19d ago

Listed five days ago

Talent and Organisational Development Manager

at Treasury Wine Estates Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

Champion talent and succession strategy for a global leader in luxury wine
Drive leadership uplift and engagement programs with visible impact
Join a culture that brings its whole self and delivers together

Shape TWE's future by leading internal talent, succession, leadership and engagement strategies that build capability and drive business success.

subClassification: Organisational DevelopmentOrganisational Development classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

5d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Academic Services Officer

at All Souls St Gabriels School

This is a Contract/Temp job

Richmond Hill, Northern QLD

Support Senior School academic services, including VET, examinations, compliance and student pathway administration.

subClassification: Student ServicesStudent Services classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

18d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Heritage Consultant – QLD (8-month contract)

at Niche Environment and Heritage

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cannon Hill, Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

Make a real impact on Queensland’s cultural heritage
Work with industry-leading heritage specialists
Flexible work, great benefits and ongoing development

Exciting contract opportunity for a Heritage Consultant to work on impactful projects across Queensland.

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

26d ago•Expiring

Listed three days ago

Research Fellow in Gastrointestinal Health

at Flinders University

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bedford Park, Adelaide SA

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

Work with renowned researchers and industry partners
Vibrant campus with amenities including on campus health care services & gym
Join an organisation that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion

Join a leading research team delivering innovative gastrointestinal health research and translating evidence into real-world impact.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

3d ago

Listed three days ago

Laboratory Technician

at St Columba's College

This is a Contract/Temp job

Essendon, Melbourne VIC

$63,096 to $85,918 dependent on experience

Support engaging Science learning through safe and effective practical experiences.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

3d ago

Listed five days ago

Lecturer in Urban Water Management

at The University Of Melbourne

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Carlton, Melbourne VIC

plus 17% super

Drive smart urban water research and teaching within a leading science faculty
Shape resilient cities and inspire students in Integrated Urban Water
17% super, salary packaging, wellbeing, discounts, development

Lead innovative teaching and research in smart urban water systems that transform cities and protect waterways.

subClassification: Teaching - TertiaryTeaching - Tertiary classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

5d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Associate Research Fellow (Software Engineer)

at University of Wollongong

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wollongong, Wollongong, Illawarra & South Coast NSW(Hybrid)

$124928 - $144279 p.a. + 17% Super

Contribute to internationally recognised Antarctic research.
Work with leading researchers and industry partners.
Work on cutting-edge technologies including embedded AI and IoT.

Develop cutting-edge software solutions for embedded AI, swarming drones and autonomous systems supporting Antarctic research

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

12d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Technical Writer

at HORNER Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lucas Heights, Sydney NSW

$86k - $97k per annum + superannuation

Work with Australia's leading nuclear science and technology organisation, ANSTO
Flexible part-time Technical Writer role at Lucas Heights | 22-24 hrs per week
Turn complex science and engineering into clear, concise documentation

Join ANSTO as a Technical Writer, translating complex scientific and engineering information into clear documentation.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

11d ago

Listed seven days ago

Electrical Engineer - FIFO

at PHE Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

Well-established business with over 50 years of stability
2:1 FIFO Roster
Flights, accommodation and meals provided

PHE has an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Engineer to join our team on a FIFO 2:1 roster

subClassification: Mining - Engineering & MaintenanceMining - Engineering & Maintenance classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

7d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Mat Leave Diploma Educator

at Gowrie NSW

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mudgee, Blue Mountains & Central West NSW

Up to 2 weeks closure during Christmas and New Year period
Mat Leave Cover role from 31st August 2026 until 2nd August 2027
RDOs, PD support, and generous employee benefits

We are deeply proud of our commitment to our people – that’s what makes the Gowrie difference!

subClassification: Childcare & Outside School Hours CareChildcare & Outside School Hours Care classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

19d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago