Material Scientist Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

You are an early-career researcher with a doctoral qualification in Chemistry, Materials Science, Electrochemistry or a related field, and hands-on...

subClassification: Chemistry & PhysicsChemistry & Physics

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

14d ago•Expiring

Listed nine days ago

Production Technician

at Finisar

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rosebery, Sydney NSW

Great location with secure onsite & street parking close to Green Square station
Afternoon shifts (2pm-10pm) with a 15% loading
12 month contract with potential to go permanent

Great location with secure onsite & street parking close to Green Square station
Afternoon shifts (2pm-10pm) with a 15% loading
12 month contract with potential to go permanent

Are you a chemical graduate looking for an entry role or a technician with some experience or knowledge in handling chemicals or using microscopes?

subClassification: Assembly & Process WorkAssembly & Process Work

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

9d ago

Listed two days ago

Climate Data Scientist

at DFP Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

12-months contract with possible extension
Must be an Australian Citizen
Hybrid Working

12-months contract with possible extension
Must be an Australian Citizen
Hybrid Working

Seeking an experienced Climate Data Scientist

Recruited byHumaira Hashmi

subClassification: ConsultantsConsultants

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

2d ago

Listed one day ago

Lead Climate Data Scientist (Pacific Climate Services)

at Triniti

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

attractive hourly rate

Any capital city
12 month contract - attractive hourly rate
Australian Citizens only

Any capital city
12 month contract - attractive hourly rate
Australian Citizens only

Lead Climate Data Scientist will support a highly regarded Fed Gov agency delivering important climate and ocean science services across the region.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

1d 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 fifteen days ago

Packaging Technologist

at Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Exciting Opportunity to make a difference in Australia's circular economy at a not-for-profit Organisation

subClassification: Materials SciencesMaterials Sciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

15d ago•Expiring

Listed thirteen days ago

Staff Engineer

at The University of Sydney

This is a Contract/Temp job

Darlington, Sydney NSW

$112628 - $122702 p.a. + 17% Super

Full time, 2 years fixed term position
Provide expertise knowledge and technical support to researchers and students
Located at Chemical Engineering Building (J01) on the Darlington Campus

Full time, 2 years fixed term position
Provide expertise knowledge and technical support to researchers and students
Located at Chemical Engineering Building (J01) on the Darlington Campus

Ensuring that all activities within the work area comply with applicable Work Health and Safety (WHS) standards, aligning with University policy

subClassification: Chemical EngineeringChemical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

13d 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 seven days ago

Product Development Technologist

at Peters Ice Cream

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mulgrave, Melbourne VIC

Successful & innovative global FMCG business with a portfolio of iconic brands
Versatile & challenging projects within a dynamic team
Weekly discount on product, access to subsidised staff canteen, free parking

Successful & innovative global FMCG business with a portfolio of iconic brands
Versatile & challenging projects within a dynamic team
Weekly discount on product, access to subsidised staff canteen, free parking

Leverage your credentials and passion as a Product Technologist for Australia’s leading ice-cream company - Peters Ice-cream

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

7d ago

Listed eight 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)

8d ago•Expiring

Listed nine days ago

Assistant Materials Officer - Government Role

at APG Workforce

This is a Contract/Temp job

Toowoomba, Toowoomba & Darling Downs QLD

Pay Rate: $64.76 per hour + Super

Government Role
Pay Rate: $64.76 per hour + Super
Location: Warwick & Toowoomba QLD

Government Role
Pay Rate: $64.76 per hour + Super
Location: Warwick & Toowoomba QLD

Assistant Materials Officers needed in Warwick & Toowoomba. $64.76/hr + super. Field & lab work, regional travel and overnight stays required.

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

9d 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 fourteen days ago

Process Engineer

at Chandler Macleod

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

AUD 45 - 50 per hour

Contract with potential to go permanent
On-site role in South East Melbourne
Wastewater & process focus

Contract with potential to go permanent
On-site role in South East Melbourne
Wastewater & process focus

Contract Process Engineer role in SE Melbourne, focused on wastewater, chemical treatment and hands-on plant ops.

subClassification: Process EngineeringProcess Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

14d 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 twenty one days ago

Plant Metallurgist

at Xenco Services

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Competitive hourly rate

FIFO site based role
Contribute directly to the success of a high-value project
Work with a well-established mining company

FIFO site based role
Contribute directly to the success of a high-value project
Work with a well-established mining company

Plant metallurgist consulting role supporting operations, troubleshooting, metal accounting, sampling & plant optimisation across site-based projects.

subClassification: Mining - ProcessingMining - Processing

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

21d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Graduate Chemical Engineer

at GFG Alliance

This is a Contract/Temp job

Laverton, Kalgoorlie, Goldfields & Esperance WA

Competitive salary

Join an award winning Steel Manufacturing company
Two-year fixed-term contract with the potential for permanent placement
Continuous coaching, mentorship, and formal training throughout the program

Join an award winning Steel Manufacturing company
Two-year fixed-term contract with the potential for permanent placement
Continuous coaching, mentorship, and formal training throughout the program

Real Work with Real Outcomes - This immersive, hands-on program provides practical learning through hands-on experience and meaningful work.

subClassification: Chemical EngineeringChemical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

20d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Process Project Engineer

at Bell People

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

Global Pharmaceutical Manufacturer
Excellent Long Term Opportunity - Start ASAP
Melbourne Metropolitan Area

Global Pharmaceutical Manufacturer
Excellent Long Term Opportunity - Start ASAP
Melbourne Metropolitan Area

Exciting Opportunity for talented Process Project Engineer with process pharmaceutical & GMP exp. to join global pharmaceutical for major CAPEX work.

subClassification: Process EngineeringProcess Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

15d ago

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