Process Development Scientist Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

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Product Development Technologist

This is a Contract/Temp job

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)

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Innovation Technologist

at Patties Foods Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Pakenham, West Gippsland & Latrobe Valley VIC(Hybrid)

12 Month Fixed Term Contract in a supportive, high-performing team
Design and deliver-use your creativity and bring new products to life!
Research, develop, create & test new food products for Australia!

12 Month Fixed Term Contract in a supportive, high-performing team
Design and deliver-use your creativity and bring new products to life!
Research, develop, create & test new food products for Australia!

Utilise your Food Technology or Pastry expertise to help develop recipes for one of Australia's most iconic pie brands — Patties Foods.

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

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Listed nine days ago

Process Quality Technologists (Afternoon & Night Shift)

at Evolve Scientific

This is a Contract/Temp job

Murarrie, Brisbane QLD

12 month fixed term contract, offering full time hours and entitlements
2 shifts available - Afternoons & Nights
Global organisation with multiple sites across Australia and worldwide

12 month fixed term contract, offering full time hours and entitlements
2 shifts available - Afternoons & Nights
Global organisation with multiple sites across Australia and worldwide

Ideal for manufacturing professionals with strong QA/food safety skills, experienced in RCA, non-conformance, complaints, and process improvement.

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

9d 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 seven 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)

7d ago

Listed eight days ago

Product Development Technologist (fixed term contract to Dec 2027)

at Private Advertiser

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Are you someone passionate about developing innovative food products and managing projects from concept to launch?

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

8d ago

Listed thirteen 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)

13d 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 six days ago

Innovation Technologist

at Patties Foods Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Pakenham, West Gippsland & Latrobe Valley VIC(Hybrid)

12 Month Fixed Term Contract in a supportive, high-performing team
Design and deliver-use your creativity and bring new products to life!
Research, develop, create & test new food products for Australia!

12 Month Fixed Term Contract in a supportive, high-performing team
Design and deliver-use your creativity and bring new products to life!
Research, develop, create & test new food products for Australia!

Utilise your Food Technology or Pastry expertise to help develop recipes for one of Australia's most iconic pie brands — Patties Foods.

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

6d ago

Listed nineteen hours ago

Supervising Senior Scientist, Haematology/Transfusion

at Bayside Health

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

Leave Entitlements
Salary packaging
Great Staff Benefits!

Leave Entitlements
Salary packaging
Great Staff Benefits!

Fixed Term MAT Leave Cover until April 2027 Part Time - 0.4 EFT / 32 Hours Grade 3 Scientist

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

19h ago

Listed one day ago

Quality Control Analyst - 12 month contract

at Virbac Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Macquarie Park, Sydney NSW

Global Animal Health Company
12 Month Contract
Great Company Culture

Global Animal Health Company
12 Month Contract
Great Company Culture

QC Analyst wanted on a 12 month contract: bring your experience and leadership to a great team.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Quality Specialist

at Wesfarmers Health

This is a Contract/Temp job

Docklands, Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Ensure product quality, compliance, and continuous improvement across portfolio
12-month fixed term parental leave contract
Flexible hybrid working arrangement for better work-life balance

Ensure product quality, compliance, and continuous improvement across portfolio
12-month fixed term parental leave contract
Flexible hybrid working arrangement for better work-life balance

Maintain quality standards, manage QMS, and support product compliance across sourcing, development, and launch.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

1d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Culinary Development Specialist

at Evolve Scientific

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sunshine Coast QLD

$35.15/hour

Monday to Friday role - no more weekend work!
Chance to transition to permanent
Apply culinary skills with food scientists on real‑world projects

Monday to Friday role - no more weekend work!
Chance to transition to permanent
Apply culinary skills with food scientists on real‑world projects

Exciting entry-level opportunity for someone with a culinary background who’s eager to work closely with food scientists & product developers.

subClassification: Chefs/CooksChefs/Cooks

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

14d ago

Listed eight 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)

8d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Graduate Program

at VFV Pty Ltd.

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mitcham, Melbourne VIC

$72,500 per year

A fantastic team environment
Get Experience in critical roles before deciding your career path
Work with Australia's largest Pharmaceutical manufacturing companies

A fantastic team environment
Get Experience in critical roles before deciding your career path
Work with Australia's largest Pharmaceutical manufacturing companies

A great introduction to the Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences industry in Australia. Get experience in critical roles with

subClassification: Pharmaceuticals & Medical DevicesPharmaceuticals & Medical Devices

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

23d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty three 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)

23d ago•Expiring

Listed eight 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)

8d ago

Listed one day ago

QC Technician - Warehouse

at Evolve Scientific

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

$32/hr (incl. casual loading)

Based in Eastern suburbs
Must have prior experience in GMP environment
Casual, fulltime contract (Monday - Friday)

Based in Eastern suburbs
Must have prior experience in GMP environment
Casual, fulltime contract (Monday - Friday)

Receipt and sampling of incoming goods and raw materials. Lift upto 25kg. Follow GMP standards.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

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

1d ago

Listed fourteen hours ago

Senior Mechanical & Process Engineer

at Evolve Scientific

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Menai, Sydney NSW

Australian Citizenship required
12 month contract, Mon-Fri, full time hours
Hands-on commissioning role (no design or optimisation)

Australian Citizenship required
12 month contract, Mon-Fri, full time hours
Hands-on commissioning role (no design or optimisation)

Hands-on Process Engineer supporting commissioning, testing and validation of complex process systems.

subClassification: Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

14h ago

Listed nineteen hours ago

Technical Officer Chemistry (JR48368)

at Randstad - Construction, Property & Engineering

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

$49.56 p.h. Plus Super

We are seeking a skilled Technical Officer to provide high-quality technical support for Chemistry & Life Sciences teaching labs.

subClassification: Management - UniversitiesManagement - Universities

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

19h ago

Listed two days ago

OE / Continuous Improvement Specialist

at Alphapharm Pty Ltd T/A Viatris

This is a Contract/Temp job

Carole Park, Brisbane QLD

Join our Team on a 12 month contract!
Great opportunity for growth and development!
Global pharmaceutical company – see where Viatris can take you!

Join our Team on a 12 month contract!
Great opportunity for growth and development!
Global pharmaceutical company – see where Viatris can take you!

Alphapharm Pty. Ltd. Viatris is a global healthcare company uniquely positioned to bridge the traditional divide between generics and brands, combi

subClassification: Process EngineeringProcess Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

2d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Scientist Grade 1

at St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne

This is a Contract/Temp job

Fitzroy, Melbourne VIC

Salary packaging
Great team culture
Career progression

Salary packaging
Great team culture
Career progression

You will work in various sections of the Haematology laboratory and be responsible for the processing of specimens according to established laboratory

subClassification: PathologyPathology

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

28d ago•Expiring

Listed nine 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)

9d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Packaging Technologist (12-month Fixed-term Contract)

at Simplot

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mentone, Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Be part of Simplot and iconic brands Aussies love: Birds Eye, Leggo's, John West
12‑month FTC in a supportive, values‑led business
Drive sustainability & value improvement initiatives

Be part of Simplot and iconic brands Aussies love: Birds Eye, Leggo's, John West
12‑month FTC in a supportive, values‑led business
Drive sustainability & value improvement initiatives

Join Simplot as a Packaging Technologist shaping innovative, sustainable packaging for iconic FMCG brands.

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

27d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty one days ago

R&D Regional Systems Analyst

at PERSOL

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wodonga, Yarra Valley & High Country VIC(Hybrid)

12 month role
Hybrid Role
Attractive hourly rate

12 month role
Hybrid Role
Attractive hourly rate

Kick-start your career in food science, product development, and business transformation with one of the world's leading FMCG organisations.

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

21d 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 twelve days ago

Technical Officer - Maternity Leave Fixed-Term Contract

at Schreurs & Sons Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Devon Meadows, Melbourne VIC

$80,000 – $85,000 per year

Great opportunity for a hands-on role to extend your industry experience
Family-owned company
Outstanding work ethics & culture

Great opportunity for a hands-on role to extend your industry experience
Family-owned company
Outstanding work ethics & culture

Exciting opportunity in agricultural fresh produce farming for a technical officer to join our Quality Assurance Team.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

12d ago

Listed two days ago

Senior Project Engineer

at Good Food Partners

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rowville, Melbourne VIC

$135,000 – $150,000 per year

Competitive Salary Range and located in a new renovated building in the SE.
Be part of a successful independent venture of Arnott's.
Be part of a knowledgeable, high achieving, experienced and fun planning team

Competitive Salary Range and located in a new renovated building in the SE.
Be part of a successful independent venture of Arnott's.
Be part of a knowledgeable, high achieving, experienced and fun planning team

Seeking Senior Project Engineer to support the development and execution of strategic capital improvement initiatives across the site.

subClassification: Project EngineeringProject Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

2d ago

Listed seven days ago

Process Controller - North Head

at Sydney Water

This is a Contract/Temp job

Manly, Sydney NSW

EA 15 , 35 hours per week: $144,776.16 + super

10 month fixed term contract
Join a great team working at the Sydney Water North Head plant
Exciting and varied position at the heart of the team

10 month fixed term contract
Join a great team working at the Sydney Water North Head plant
Exciting and varied position at the heart of the team

Drive process stability and optimisation for the North Head WRRF, providing analytical and technical expertise to improve performance

subClassification: Process EngineeringProcess Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

7d ago

Listed two days ago

Scientist Chemical Pathology

at Department of Health - Queensland

This is a Contract/Temp job

Townsville, Northern QLD

Join a dynamic laboratory team where your scientific expertise will directly support high-quality patient care and clinical decision-making. In...

subClassification: PathologyPathology

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

2d ago

Listed eight 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)

8d ago

Listed twenty 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)

20d ago

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