Postdoctoral Physics Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

Purpose-driven non-profit research with real-world impact in health and science.
Work in a collaborative, high-performing postdoctoral research team.
Strong career development in a stable 12-month full-time role.

Purpose-driven non-profit research with real-world impact in health and science.
Work in a collaborative, high-performing postdoctoral research team.
Strong career development in a stable 12-month full-time role.

Post Doctoral Research Scientist in a non-profit team delivering high-impact research in a 12-month role with strong development. Apply Now!!

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

13d ago

Listed two days ago

Research Assistant- Neuroscience

at Macquarie University

This is a Contract/Temp job

North Ryde, Sydney NSW

17% super + leave loading

From $88,670 p.a. (HEW Level 5) plus 17% super and annual leave loading
Support impactful neurodegenerative disease research
Work alongside experts in neurodegenerative disease research

From $88,670 p.a. (HEW Level 5) plus 17% super and annual leave loading
Support impactful neurodegenerative disease research
Work alongside experts in neurodegenerative disease research

Contribute to neurodegenerative disease research & help uncover mechanisms behind Parkinson's disease & related conditions as a research assistant.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

2d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Research Fellow - Quantum Gravity and Quantum Information

at The University Of Melbourne

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Parkville, Melbourne VIC

super 17%

Interdisciplinary research at the nexus of quantum information and gravity
Actively participate in consortium activities, workshops and exchanges
Join a dynamic Mathematical Quantum Information team

Interdisciplinary research at the nexus of quantum information and gravity
Actively participate in consortium activities, workshops and exchanges
Join a dynamic Mathematical Quantum Information team

Work at the intersection of quantum information and quantum gravity, pursuing independent research while collaborating within the Mathematical Quantum

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

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

26d ago

Listed four days ago

Research Officer - Neuroscience

at Macquarie University

This is a Contract/Temp job

North Ryde, Sydney NSW

17% super + leave loading

From $99,161 p.a. + 17% super & leave loading. New rates scheduled to apply.
Subsidised membership at our Sport & Aquatic Centre
Work on cutting-edge neuroscience research

From $99,161 p.a. + 17% super & leave loading. New rates scheduled to apply.
Subsidised membership at our Sport & Aquatic Centre
Work on cutting-edge neuroscience research

Advance our understanding of brain disease through cutting-edge translational neuroscience research, as a Research Officer.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

4d ago

Listed eight days ago

Postdoctoral Research Associate/Research Fellow

at Flinders University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bedford Park, Adelaide SA

$90930 - $137122 p.a. + 17% Superannuation

Cutting-edge MND research with real-world impact
Collaborate with global research and industry partners
Grow your research career in a high-impact environment

Cutting-edge MND research with real-world impact
Collaborate with global research and industry partners
Grow your research career in a high-impact environment

Advance impactful MND research across Level A-B roles, using cutting-edge stem cell models to drive discovery, collaboration and real-world outcomes.

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

8d ago

Listed one day ago

Research Associate

at Curtin University

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)

1d ago

Listed five days ago

Postdoctoral Research Fellow- Neurodegeneration Research

at Macquarie University

This is a Contract/Temp job

North Ryde, Sydney NSW

17% super + leave loading

$123,435 per annum plus 17% superannuation & annual leave loading.
Access advanced imaging and molecular neuroscience technologies
Collaborative and high-performing research team

$123,435 per annum plus 17% superannuation & annual leave loading.
Access advanced imaging and molecular neuroscience technologies
Collaborative and high-performing research team

Exciting postdoctoral opportunity in translational neuroscience research focused on Parkinson's disease and neurodegeneration.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

5d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Research Fellow - Implementation Science

at Queensland University of Technology

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

Total remuneration: $137,608 to $163,427 pa

Join us at QUT, the university for the real world
Fixed-term, full-time basis for 3 years
Based in Queensland

Join us at QUT, the university for the real world
Fixed-term, full-time basis for 3 years
Based in Queensland

The appointee's primary responsibility will be to support the delivery of the SAFEST study in a NHMRC-funded hybrid trial.

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

12d ago

Listed one day ago

ARC Grant-Funded Researcher A

at The University of Adelaide

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Moorak, Mt Gambier & Limestone Coast SA

The Continental Evolution Research Group (CERG) specializes in constraining time-temperature histories of tectonic processes and associated...

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

1d ago

Listed six days 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)

6d ago

Listed eight 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)

8d ago

Listed six days ago

Postdoc / Research Fellow in Digital Agricultural Futures

at Charles Sturt University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mildura, Mildura & Murray VIC

$80,046 to $134,965 p.a. (plus 17% superannuation

Research with real impact across regional Australia
Industry-linked, multidisciplinary digital agriculture projects
Relocation opportunity to Mildura, VIC

Research with real impact across regional Australia
Industry-linked, multidisciplinary digital agriculture projects
Relocation opportunity to Mildura, VIC

Shape the future of digital agriculture with impactful regional research. Join us in Mildura with industry-connected projects.

subClassification: Teaching - TertiaryTeaching - Tertiary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

6d ago

Listed six days ago

Postdoctoral Research Fellow (A) (with PhD)

at The University of Adelaide

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join the Integrative Network Modelling Laboratory within SAiGENCI’s Computational...

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

6d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Research Fellow

at Monash University

Expiring soon

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)

21d ago

Listed six days 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)

6d ago

Listed one day ago

Translational Research Scientist (Cell Therapy Manufacturing)

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 Translational Research Scientist (Cell Therapy Manufacturing) to join WEHI.

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

1d ago

Listed eight 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)

8d ago

Listed seventeen 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)

17d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Remote Sensing Scientist (Plant Phenotyping) - Gordonvale

at SRA (Sugar Research Australia)

This is a Contract/Temp job

Gordonvale, Cairns & Far North QLD

Join an innovative team making real impact in plant breeding technologies
Flexible work environment
Cairns location

Join an innovative team making real impact in plant breeding technologies
Flexible work environment
Cairns location

Join our innovative team dedicated to advancing sugarcane plant breeding through cutting-edge remote sensing and phenotyping technologies.

subClassification: Agronomy & Farm ServicesAgronomy & Farm Services

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

19d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Senior Research Fellow - Applied Health Services Research

at Macquarie University

This is a Contract/Temp job

North Ryde, Sydney NSW

17% super + leave loading

From $150,714 - $173,323 (Level C) p.a., plus 17% super & annual leave loading
Join a nationally recognised health systems and patient safety research centre
Lead impactful research shaping safer care across Australian hospitals

From $150,714 - $173,323 (Level C) p.a., plus 17% super & annual leave loading
Join a nationally recognised health systems and patient safety research centre
Lead impactful research shaping safer care across Australian hospitals

Drive nationally significant health services research shaping safer, smarter healthcare delivery, as a Senior Research Fellow.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

19d ago

Listed one day ago

Research Fellow

at Flinders University

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Alice Springs, Alice Springs & Central Australia NT

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

Support impactful health research in rural and remote communities
Collaborate with leading researchers and national stakeholders
17% super | 6 weeks annual leave

Support impactful health research in rural and remote communities
Collaborate with leading researchers and national stakeholders
17% super | 6 weeks annual leave

Lead meaningful research in antimicrobial resistance in remote Australia to deliver impactful health research in rural and remote communities.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

1d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Vaccine Research & Development Analyst (Maternity Cover)

at Virbac Australia

Expiring soon

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)

26d ago

Listed eight days ago

Research Sleep Scientist

at Austin Health

This is a Contract/Temp job

Heidelberg, Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Generous salary packaging to increase your take home pay
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Enjoy a strong sense of purpose in the healthcare industry

Generous salary packaging to increase your take home pay
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Enjoy a strong sense of purpose in the healthcare industry

Make an impact on the lives of patients, their families and carers in this career opportunity at Austin Health.

subClassification: Biological & Biomedical SciencesBiological & Biomedical Sciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

8d ago

Listed five days ago

Research Associate

at Curtin University

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bentley, Perth WA(Hybrid)

$104,917 - $112,487 (ALA.6 - ALA.8) + 17% super

4-year fixed term, full-time contract until 31 Dec 2030 (+ possible extension)
Ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide (ARWU 2025)
Diverse team fostering inclusivity, innovation, collaboration & sustainability

4-year fixed term, full-time contract until 31 Dec 2030 (+ possible extension)
Ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide (ARWU 2025)
Diverse team fostering inclusivity, innovation, collaboration & sustainability

Advance climate‑positive solutions by decoding how native plants, microbes and minerals stabilise soil carbon.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

5d ago

Listed fourteen 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)

14d ago

Listed seven 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)

7d ago

Listed eight days ago

Research Fellow - Underwater Wireless Communications

at Macquarie University

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

North Ryde, Sydney NSW

$109,272 - $123,435 (Level A.6 - Level B.1) per annum, plus 17% superannuation
Full-time, fixed-term appointment for 1 year, with a possibility of renewal
Location: Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde

$109,272 - $123,435 (Level A.6 - Level B.1) per annum, plus 17% superannuation
Full-time, fixed-term appointment for 1 year, with a possibility of renewal
Location: Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde

Seeking a researched to contribute to "Secure, Long-Range Underwater Acoustic Communications Using Delay-Doppler Waveforms & Adaptive Beamforming.

subClassification: Electrical/Electronic EngineeringElectrical/Electronic Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

8d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Research Engineer - Software

at OncoRes Medical

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)

18d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Academic Specialist in Protein Production

at The University Of Melbourne

This is a Contract/Temp job

Carlton, Melbourne VIC

$124656 - $176065 p.a. + plus 17% super

Drive structural genomics research outcomes
Lead high-impact protein production workflows
Benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs

Drive structural genomics research outcomes
Lead high-impact protein production workflows
Benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs

Lead high-throughput protein expression and purification workflows that underpin a major structural genomics program.

subClassification: Chemistry & PhysicsChemistry & Physics

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

19d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Mass Spectrometry Lead

at Murdoch University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Murdoch, Perth WA

$131854 - $137976 p.a. + 17% super

Lead world-class Mass Spectrometry infrastructure and capability
Own end-to-end operations with a focus on ISO/IEC quality assurance
Shape the future of precision bioscience through facility leadership

Lead world-class Mass Spectrometry infrastructure and capability
Own end-to-end operations with a focus on ISO/IEC quality assurance
Shape the future of precision bioscience through facility leadership

Take the lead in Mass Spectrometry at the Australian National Phenome Centre and help us shape the future of discovery

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

19d ago

Listed five days ago

Postdoctoral Research Associate/Research Fellow - Feral Cat Management

at Murdoch University

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Murdoch, Perth WA

$79915 - $134148 p.a. + 17% super

Lead and deliver hands-on ecological field research
Work with industry partners on real conservation outcomes
Publish research and contribute to high-impact projects

Lead and deliver hands-on ecological field research
Work with industry partners on real conservation outcomes
Publish research and contribute to high-impact projects

Conduct impactful field-based research on feral cat management to support biodiversity conservation in the Northern Jarrah Forest.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

5d ago

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