Remote Research Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

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Policy Researcher – Commercial and Domestic Product Lines

at LMI Group

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Remote)

$35 – $40 per hour

Work from home
Flexible work hours
High level of autonomy with your work

Work from home
Flexible work hours
High level of autonomy with your work

Accurately summarising covers, benefits, conditions, exclusions provided under personal and/or professional lines policy wordings within time frames.

subClassification: UnderwritingUnderwriting

classification: Insurance & Superannuation(Insurance & Superannuation)

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This is a featured job

Research Assistant, Academic Level A/B

at CIHE Australia (previously Crown Institute of Higher Education)

This is a Contract/Temp job

North Sydney, Sydney NSW

$65,863 – $97,708 per year

Scope for transition to teaching and research roles once courses are ready.
Scope for some work from home.
Ideal for a person current pursuing postgraduate study.

Scope for transition to teaching and research roles once courses are ready.
Scope for some work from home.
Ideal for a person current pursuing postgraduate study.

You will work closely with the Executive Dean to develop new Masters degrees in Allied Health specialisations.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

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Listed two days ago

Consultant- Project Delivery and Communication

at 1 and One Consulting Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Remote)

Remote, Federal Government consulting — work from anywhere in Australia
High-quality work, no grind culture — smart hours and real flexibility
Project-based start with a genuine pathway to full-time

Remote, Federal Government consulting — work from anywhere in Australia
High-quality work, no grind culture — smart hours and real flexibility
Project-based start with a genuine pathway to full-time

Small team, serious work, good people. Federal Government consulting roles — remote, project-based, with a real path to full-time for the right fit.

subClassification: Government - FederalGovernment - Federal

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed nine days ago

Clinical Project Officer – 13-month fixed-term parental leave contract

at Australian Rheumatology Association

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Remote)

$70 per hour

Work from home
Flexible working conditions

Work from home
Flexible working conditions

Are you a pharmacist or other health professional looking for something different?

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

9d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Research Associate in Rural Health

at Flinders University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Murray Bridge, Riverland & Murray Mallee SA

$90930 - $110197 p.a. + 17% Superannuation

Work with diverse rural, industry and community partners
Join a values-driven, purpose-led university team
Access to Flinders University professional development programs

Work with diverse rural, industry and community partners
Join a values-driven, purpose-led university team
Access to Flinders University professional development programs

Support evidence based research improving rural and remote health workforce capacity and outcomes.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

21d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Research and Administration Officer

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

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Support Directorate research delivery through reviews, briefs, fact-checking, data reporting, coordination, ethics, logistics and report formatting.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

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

28d ago

Listed one day ago

Research Finance Integrity Specialist

at Icon Group

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

South Brisbane, Brisbane QLD(Remote)

100% Remote Work

Research Finance Integrity Specialist - Icon Group Research Operations | 12-Month Full-Time contract | 100% Remote | Supporting cancer research

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

1d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Research Associate in Rural Health

at Flinders University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Victor Harbor, Fleurieu Peninsula & Kangaroo Island SA

$90930 - $110197 p.a. + 17% Superannuation

Work with diverse rural, industry and community partners
Join a values-driven, purpose-led university team
Access to Flinders University professional development programs

Work with diverse rural, industry and community partners
Join a values-driven, purpose-led university team
Access to Flinders University professional development programs

Support evidence based research improving rural and remote health workforce capacity and outcomes.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

21d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Policy Researcher – Commercial and Domestic Product Lines

at LMI Group

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Remote)

$35 – $40 per hour

Work from home
Flexible work hours
High level of autonomy with your work

Work from home
Flexible work hours
High level of autonomy with your work

Accurately summarising covers, benefits, conditions, exclusions provided under personal and/or professional lines policy wordings within time frames.

subClassification: UnderwritingUnderwriting

classification: Insurance & Superannuation(Insurance & Superannuation)

24d ago

Listed ten days ago

Lead, Major Gifts - Remote

at Australian Rural Leadership Foundation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT(Remote)

$115k to $120k per annum plus super

Flexible, Australia‑wide working arrangements with a values‑driven national NFP
High‑impact leadership role driving philanthropy for rural Australia
Shape and grow a major gifts program alongside Executives & Board members

Flexible, Australia‑wide working arrangements with a values‑driven national NFP
High‑impact leadership role driving philanthropy for rural Australia
Shape and grow a major gifts program alongside Executives & Board members

Lead major gifts for a national not‑for‑profit, securing high‑value philanthropy to strengthen rural, regional and remote Australia.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

10d ago

Listed nine days ago

Research Assistant, Academic Level A/B

at CIHE Australia (previously Crown Institute of Higher Education)

This is a Contract/Temp job

North Sydney, Sydney NSW

$65,863 – $97,708 per year

Scope for transition to teaching and research roles once courses are ready.
Scope for some work from home.
Ideal for a person current pursuing postgraduate study.

Scope for transition to teaching and research roles once courses are ready.
Scope for some work from home.
Ideal for a person current pursuing postgraduate study.

You will work closely with the Executive Dean to develop new Masters degrees in Allied Health specialisations.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

9d ago

Listed eight days ago

Senior Research Officer, Community Engagement

at JCU: James Cook University, Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Atherton, Cairns & Far North QLD(Remote)

$112,810 - $133,110 + 17% super & great benefits

Fixed term contract to 31 May 2027 with the possibility of extension
Flexible appointment: 0.6 - 1.0 FTE (21.75 - 36.25 hours per week)
Based in either Cairns or Atherton Tablelands

Fixed term contract to 31 May 2027 with the possibility of extension
Flexible appointment: 0.6 - 1.0 FTE (21.75 - 36.25 hours per week)
Based in either Cairns or Atherton Tablelands

Support FNQ Connect implementation, strengthening disability and rehabilitation services in FNQ via place-based, community-led approach.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

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

8d ago

Listed seven 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)

7d ago

Listed six days ago

Administration Officer - Executive Assistant - Fully Remote

at Good to Great Schools Australia Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cairns North, Cairns & Far North QLD(Remote)

$35 – $45 per hour

Opportunity to support the Business Services team in a full time or part time role - full remote.

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

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

6d ago

Listed three days ago

Specialist Helpline Practitioner Stop It Now! The Men's Project (Remote)

at Jesuit Social Services

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Richmond, Melbourne VIC(Remote)

We are seeking a Specialist Helpline Practitioner to work remotely in our Stop It Now program.

subClassification: Community DevelopmentCommunity Development

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

3d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Research Assistant

at Bond University

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Robina, Gold Coast QLD

$71,938.46 per annum, plus 12% superannuation

Beautiful campus located in Robina
Direct involvement in nationally funded MRFF programs of research
Training in quantitative and qualitative research methods

Beautiful campus located in Robina
Direct involvement in nationally funded MRFF programs of research
Training in quantitative and qualitative research methods

Opportunity for 2 health graduates for full-time 12-month fixed term Research Assistant positions.

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

15d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

General Practitioner (Telehealth) – Remote / Flexible Hours

at Zen Medical

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hope Island, Gold Coast QLD(Remote)

$300 – $400 per hour

100% Remote Telehealth Role –Work from anywhere in Australia with flexible hours
Competitive Hourly Pay – Attractive remuneration with no overheads
Rapidly Growing Clinic – Strong patient demand with clear pathways for earnings

100% Remote Telehealth Role –Work from anywhere in Australia with flexible hours
Competitive Hourly Pay – Attractive remuneration with no overheads
Rapidly Growing Clinic – Strong patient demand with clear pathways for earnings

Remote Telehealth GP role offering flexible hours, competitive pay, and full clinical support. Ideal for GPs seeking work-life balance.

subClassification: General PractitionersGeneral Practitioners

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

13d ago

Listed six days ago