Lab Support Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

Listed ten days ago

Laboratory Specimen Processing Clerk

at Bayside Health

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

Enjoy excellent onsite fitness facilities
Great Staff Benefits 5 Weeks Annual Leave
Salary Packaging

Enjoy excellent onsite fitness facilities
Great Staff Benefits 5 Weeks Annual Leave
Salary Packaging

* Permanent - Part Time at 32 hrs per f/n * Grade 1 Administrator * Staff Benefits: Salary Packaging

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

10d ago

Listed three days ago

Lab Tech

at Hays | Resources & Mining

This is a Contract/Temp job

Marble Bar, Port Hedland, Karratha & Pilbara WA

$50-$55 hr

Super paid on all hours worked
Family friendly 8/6, 7/7 roster
Possible temp to perm oppurtunity for the right candidates

Super paid on all hours worked
Family friendly 8/6, 7/7 roster
Possible temp to perm oppurtunity for the right candidates

We're seeking an All-Rounder Laboratory Technician to support sample preparation, fire assay, and general lab duties at a gold mining operation. This

subClassification: Mining - ProcessingMining - Processing

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

3d ago

Listed ten days ago

Laboratory and Technical Support Officer

at JCU: James Cook University, Australia

Expiring soon

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

Listed seventeen 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)

17d ago

Listed two days ago

Laboratory Technician

at PERSOL

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

PERSOL APAC is one of Australia's largest and longest serving recruitment providers. Delivering both quality temporary and permanent options.

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

2d ago

Listed two days ago

Solvent Management and Stores Person

at Department of Health - Queensland

This is a Contract/Temp job

Woolloongabba, Brisbane QLD

$2,663.40 - $2,791.70 per fortnight plus super

Hands-on stores and logistics role in healthcare
Use forklift and warehouse skills in a hospital setting
Variety across stock, logistics and laboratory support

Hands-on stores and logistics role in healthcare
Use forklift and warehouse skills in a hospital setting
Variety across stock, logistics and laboratory support

Support pathology logistics, stores and warehouse operations within a major hospital laboratory.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

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

2d ago

Listed ten days ago

Laboratory and Technical Support Officer

at JCU: James Cook University, Australia

Expiring soon

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

Listed nine 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)

9d ago

Listed six days ago

Medical Laboratory Scientist Anatomical Pathology

at Department of Health - Queensland

This is a Contract/Temp job

Herston, Brisbane QLD

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

Work within a specialised Molecular Morphology laboratory
Exposure to advanced IHC, ISH and referral testing services
Support statewide diagnostic and Anatomical Pathology services

Work within a specialised Molecular Morphology laboratory
Exposure to advanced IHC, ISH and referral testing services
Support statewide diagnostic and Anatomical Pathology services

Deliver advanced histology and Molecular Morphology services within a specialised pathology laboratory.

subClassification: PathologyPathology

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

6d ago

Listed three days ago

Research Assistant

at Bayside Health

Expiring soon

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

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 fifteen days ago

Laboratory Technician

at Western Diagnostic Pathology

This is a Contract/Temp job

Winnellie, Darwin NT

Join one of Australia's leading healthcare organisations
Play a part in providing quality healthcare to the people in our communities
Have access to the Healius network's exclusive discounts, benefits and more

Join one of Australia's leading healthcare organisations
Play a part in providing quality healthcare to the people in our communities
Have access to the Healius network's exclusive discounts, benefits and more

Work with one of Australia's leading ASX-listed healthcare companies that is synonymous with quality, affordable and accessible healthcare for all.

subClassification: PathologyPathology

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

15d 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 seven days ago

Lab technician and process operator

at CONCENTIS PTY LTD

This is a Contract/Temp job

Townsville, Northern QLD(Hybrid)

BIBO from Townsville, 3-month contract, 8/6 roster
Lab sampling/testing & process filtration exposure
Loading ticket preferred; extension potential

BIBO from Townsville, 3-month contract, 8/6 roster
Lab sampling/testing & process filtration exposure
Loading ticket preferred; extension potential

Short-term Lab & Process Operators role on 8/6 roster supporting sampling, testing & filtration in remote mining ops BIBO Townsville

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

7d ago

Listed ten days ago

Quality Control Administrator

at Labourpower Commercial

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ingleburn, Sydney NSW

$35 - $36 p.h. + + super

Monday to Friday 8.00am-4.00pm
Immediate Start
Ingleburn location

Monday to Friday 8.00am-4.00pm
Immediate Start
Ingleburn location

Global Manufacturer - Quality Control Admin - Ingleburn - Temp to Perm

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

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

10d ago

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 twenty two hours 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)

22h 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 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 twenty eight days ago

Laboratory Analyst Level III (Chemistry Inorganics)

at Merieux Nutrisciences Asure Quality (Australia)

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

North Melbourne, Melbourne VIC

Hands-on role where your testing, analysis, and data interpretation
Manage exciting projects such as webinars, social media campaigns, website
Supportive team with opportunities for career growth and skill development

Hands-on role where your testing, analysis, and data interpretation
Manage exciting projects such as webinars, social media campaigns, website
Supportive team with opportunities for career growth and skill development

Pivotal role in ensuring food safety and public health

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

28d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

APS5 Lab Technician

at SOS Recruitment

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT

Rates negotiable

Position: APS5 Lab Technician Location: Canberra, ACT Start date: ASAP Duration: Approx. 12 months with potential to extend Pay rate:

subClassification: Government - FederalGovernment - Federal

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

29d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Laboratory Technician - Medical Device assessment - FED GOVT

at HiTech Personnel

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT(Hybrid)

Support Australia’s medical device safety and regulation!
3 year contract!!
Canberra‑based role – Federal Government laboratory environment!

Support Australia’s medical device safety and regulation!
3 year contract!!
Canberra‑based role – Federal Government laboratory environment!

FED GOVT seeks experienced Laboratory Technician to conduct laboratory testing and analyse scientific and engineering data relating to medical devices

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

29d 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 fifteen days ago

Fire Assay Weigher

at ALS Minerals - Geochemistry Services

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Casual role | Hourly rate: $34.30 going to $36.01 after six months of training
Monday to Friday (Full Time hours) | Fortnightly rotating roster
Entry level role | Full training provided | Great team environment

Casual role | Hourly rate: $34.30 going to $36.01 after six months of training
Monday to Friday (Full Time hours) | Fortnightly rotating roster
Entry level role | Full training provided | Great team environment

Kickstart your science career in a fast-paced analytical laboratory. Apply your passion and grow with a dynamic, high-performing team.

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

15d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Laboratory Technician

at Evolve Scientific

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hobart TAS

$40.23/hr (incl. casual loading)

ASAP Start
Casual contract for 4 weeks covering leave
Must be able to work across day and afternoon shifts

ASAP Start
Casual contract for 4 weeks covering leave
Must be able to work across day and afternoon shifts

Routine analysis of samples using microbiological and chemical techniques. Sample collection. Follow GMP standards.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

17d ago

Listed nine days ago

Laboratory Technician

at MPI

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$35 – $38 per hour + super

16-24 hours per week
Work between 8am-5pm across 2-3 days
Weekly pay + super on all hours worked

16-24 hours per week
Work between 8am-5pm across 2-3 days
Weekly pay + super on all hours worked

Great opportunity for recent school leavers or candidates with Year 12 science studies looking to gain hands-on experience in the mining.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

9d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Laboratory Technical Officer

at Virtus Diagnostics

This is a Contract/Temp job

Revesby, Sydney NSW

$31 – $38 per hour

Join a global leader; one of the top 5 IVF companies in the world
Build a career with purpose; help people become parents
Work on a team with shared values; continuously improve patient care & services

Join a global leader; one of the top 5 IVF companies in the world
Build a career with purpose; help people become parents
Work on a team with shared values; continuously improve patient care & services

Become a leader in Diagnostics Management. Join a team in revolutionising fertility diagnostics and reproductive genetics. Opportunities for growth.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

20d ago

Listed three 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)

3d ago

Listed nine days ago

Assistant Materials Officer

at Randstad - Construction, Property & Engineering

This is a Contract/Temp job

Warwick, Toowoomba & Darling Downs QLD

$60 - $64.79 p.h.

4x Assistant Materials Officers | June-Nov '26 | Warwick & Toowoomba | $60-$64.79 ph | Physical field work & testing.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

9d ago

Listed four days ago

Laboratory Technician (12 Months Fixed Term Contract) - Environmental

at Assured Environmental

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tennyson, Brisbane QLD

An exciting opportunity to analyse samples to ensure client compliance with environmental regulations.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

4d ago

Listed sixteen 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)

16d 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

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