Postdoctoral Research Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - Aug 2026

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Research Fellow, Rare Disease, Circadian Medicine & Oral Health

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This is a Contract/Temp job

17% super

Lead innovative research in rare orodental diseases
Integrate circadian biology with oral health
Develop precision diagnostics and treatments

Drive translational research on rare orodental disorders & craniofacial biology and gain leadership experience with collaborative research community.

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

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Telehealth Psychology - Work from Anywhere

at updoc

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Remote)

We’re searching for high-quality and experienced Psychologists ready to deliver virtual care consultations from anywhere in Australia

subClassification: Psychology, Counselling & Social WorkPsychology, Counselling & Social Work classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

Featured•Expiring

Listed eleven days ago

Research Assistant

at Mater Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

South Brisbane, Brisbane QLD

38.11 - $42.69 per hour + Super + Benefits

Join a recognised leader in medical research with world-class facilities
Increase take-home pay with tax-free NFP Salary Packaging up to $15,900
Incredible opportunity to be apart of our Tiny Baby Initiative!

Mater Research are looking for a Research Assistant to join the team!

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

11d ago•Expiring

Listed four days ago

Research Officer

at Murdoch Children's Research Institute

This is a Contract/Temp job

Parkville, Melbourne VIC

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Researcher Officer (Post Doctoral) to lead the expansion of the Victorian Hip Registry (VicHip) into...

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

4d ago

Listed one day ago

Clinical Trials Coordinator (Multiple roles)

at Woolcock Institute of Medical Research

This is a Contract/Temp job

Macquarie Park, Sydney NSW

$80,000 – $90,000 per year

This is an excellent opportunity for Clinical Trial Coordinators to work across multiple ground-breaking sleep research studies.

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

1d ago

Listed twelve hours ago

Research Assistant - Spinal Pain Research

at Macquarie University

This is a Contract/Temp job

North Ryde, Sydney NSW

17% super + leave loading

From $88,670 per annum (HEW 5) plus 17% superannuation and annual leave loading
Join a collaborative, multidisciplinary research team
Enjoy a vibrant campus with excellent facilities and convenient transport links

Support an exciting health research project through participant recruitment, data management and research administration at Macquarie University.

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

12h ago

Listed four days ago

Research Assistant

at Flinders University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bedford Park, Adelaide SA

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

Join a University committed to changing lives by 2035
Benefit from 17% super plus salary packaging options
Join an organisation that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion

Advance colorectal cancer prevention research through hands-on laboratory, clinical trial and stakeholder support in a collaborative research team.

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

4d ago

Listed one day 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)

1d ago

Listed five days ago

Research Assistant

at Fire & Rescue NSW

This is a Contract/Temp job

Greenacre, Sydney NSW

Support research and systems development and coordinate the collection of data in order to disseminate information across FRNSW.

subClassification: Government - StateGovernment - State classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

5d ago

Listed twenty 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)

20d ago

Listed nineteen hours ago

Senior Scientific Officer

at Flinders University

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This is a Contract/Temp job

Bedford Park, Adelaide SA

$102589 - $113561 p.a. + 17% Superannuation

Benefit from 17% super plus salary packaging options
Advance your career in a world-class research centre
Join an organisation that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion

Make a real impact through point-of-care testing program delivery and engagement with remote communities across the NT.

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

19h ago

Listed eleven days ago

Scientific Officer in eLearning Development

at Flinders University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bedford Park, Adelaide SA

$94456 - $100710 p.a. + 17% Superannuation

17% super + salary packaging options
Work in a supportive & welcoming team culture
Opportunities for training, development & growth

Support national First Nations health programs through molecular point-of-care testing, training and quality initiatives.

subClassification: OtherOther classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

11d ago

Listed one day ago

Clinical Trial Assistant

at Cochlear Limited.

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Support clinical trials that improve hearing outcomes
Gain exposure to medical device clinical research operations
Innovate and improve clinical trial administration

Support clinical trials through document management, payments, systems support and trial coordination at a leading Australian MedTech company.

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

1d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Senior Research Officer - Drug Development

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

An exciting opportunity is available for a Senior Research Officer to join the Molecular Sciences Division at WEHI.

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

13d ago

Listed four days ago

Project Associate - Multiple Positions Available

at Exodus Foundation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ashfield, Sydney NSW

90,000-100,000

Shape the future of integrated community healthcare through meaningful projects
Use research, data and evaluation to improve outcomes for vulnerable communities
Work with health, research and community partners to drive social impact.

Support research, partnerships, evaluation and impact initiatives to strengthen integrated healthcare and improve community outcomes.

subClassification: ManagementManagement classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

4d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Research Assistant

at University of New South Wales

This is a Contract/Temp job

Kensington, Sydney NSW

$92,265 base, plus 17% superannuation

The Burnett Laboratory at UNSW is seeking a RA to investigate how the adaptive immune system recognises & responds to foreign and self-antigens.

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

13d ago•Expiring

Listed twelve days ago

Associate Research Fellow - Workforce Research

at University of Wollongong

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wollongong, Wollongong, Illawarra & South Coast NSW

Level A: $99,002 - $115,989 + 17% Superannuation.

Contribute to a collaborative initiative focused on medical workforce needs and improving healthcare access in rural and underserved communities.

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

12d ago

Listed one day ago

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

at Bond University

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)

1d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Eating Disorders - Neuroimaging & Data Science

at The University Of Melbourne

This is a Contract/Temp job

Parkville, Melbourne VIC

$124,656 - $148,023 p.a. + 17% super

Impactful youth mental health research role
Play a key role in youth eating disorders research
Apply now to advance your neuroimaging career

Working with experts at Orygen to lead advanced MRI and MEG analyses and help build a new clinical-research registry for youth eating disorders.

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

11d ago

Listed one day ago

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

at Bond University

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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)

1d ago

Listed six days ago

Research Governance Officer

at Bayside Health

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wonthaggi, Mornington Peninsula & Bass Coast VIC

Investing $115 million in a new hospital expansion and updated facilities
Enjoy flexibility with a Fixed Term Role
Indulge in the allure of coastal living along the Bass Coast

Fixed Term & Part Time Research Governance Officer in the Regional Care Group (RCG) Clinical Trials department.

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

6d ago

Listed eighteen hours ago

Research Coordinator

at Bayside Health

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This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

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

Fixed Term Part Time (48 hrs/fn) until September 2026 Level 3 Research Nurse (YX13) Located at The Alfred Great staff benefits!

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

18h ago

Listed twelve days ago

Post-doctoral Systems Immunologist - Paediatric Malaria

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

An exciting opportunity is available for a Post-doctoral Systems Immunologist to join the Immunity Division (Mueller Laboratory) at WEHI.

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

12d ago

Listed six days ago

Research and Evaluation Officer - Remote

at Australia's National Research Organisation for Women's Safety

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Remote)

Join ANROWS to deliver meaningful evaluation projects that inform policy, practice and safer outcomes across Australia.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

6d ago

Listed one day ago

Neuropsychologist - Research

at Metro North Hospital & Health Service

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This is a Contract/Temp job

Herston, Brisbane QLD

$64.64 - $69.55 per hour

Apply evidence-based neuropsychology with clinical independence
Deliver timely assessments and reports with minimal supervision
Lead Parkinson’s research with strong critical thinking skills

Support Parkinson’s research at RBWH by advancing cognitive assessment and dementia diagnosis through the PDCogniCare programme.

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

1d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Paediatric Research Fellow

at Deakin University

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Geelong, South West Coast VIC(Hybrid)

$122,391 - $144,759 (Level B) + 17% superannuation

Part-time, 3 year fixed-term opportunity in an emerging clinical trials alliance
Accelerate your journey to becoming a leader in paediatric clinical research
Contribute to research that improves outcomes for children and families longterm

Advance your clinical research career and help shape the future of paediatric healthcare through innovation, collaboration and meaningful impact.

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

12d ago

Listed four days ago

Research Officer Opportunities | Workforce Insights & Strategy

at Dixon Appointments

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Research Officer Opportunities | Workforce Insights & Strategy
Immediate Start | Melbourne CBD | Hybrid Working
Join a Purpose-Driven Organisation Making a National Impact

Immediate start. Two Research Officer roles focused on workforce insights, strategy, research and stakeholder engagement.

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

4d ago

Listed seven days ago

Endocrinology Research Fellow or Registrar

at Metro North Hospital & Health Service

This is a Contract/Temp job

Herston, Brisbane QLD

$69.52 - $92.56 per hour

Gain hands on clinical trial experience with expert specialist support.
Lead and contribute to innovative endocrinology research projects.
Super up to 12.75%, access to salary packaging, flexible working arrangements

Advance your endocrinology research career through clinical trials, scholarly research and specialist training within a leading tertiary service.

subClassification: Residents & RegistrarsResidents & Registrars classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

7d ago

Listed seven days ago

Policy and Research Officer

at Department of Justice

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$90,868 to $99,582 p.a.

Temporary flexible full-time
$90,868 to $99,582 p.a.
12.75% superannuation and leave loading

The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions is seeking expressions of interest for a Policy and Research Officer in Brisbane.

subClassification: Criminal & Civil LawCriminal & Civil Law classification: Legal(Legal)

7d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Research Assistant

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

An excellent opportunity is available for a Research Assistant to join the Call Laboratory in the Molecular Sciences Division at WEHI.

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

18d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Monitoring and Evaluation officer

at Family Planning NSW

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newington, Sydney NSW

Salary Packaging options to receive $15,900 of your salary tax-free
Learning and development support
New modern offices with free parking at our healthcare hub in Newington

Contribute to the design, development, and implementation of methodologies that investigate and evaluate health systems and programs.

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

22d ago•Expiring

Listed fourteen days ago

Research Officer (Medicinal Chemist)

at The Walter and Eliza Hall Institute

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bundoora, 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

Two exciting Research Officer (Medicinal Chemist) opportunities available to join the Technological Sciences Division at WEHI.

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

14d ago

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