Research Assistant Data Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - Nov 2026

Full-time, 6-month fixed term, with potential extension based on business needs.
Use your data skills to review clinical records & build research-ready datasets.
Close to public transport | Values led organisation

Help advance research into immune diseases through accurate, high-quality clinical data.

2d ago

Listed one day ago

Cryptosporidium 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 exciting opportunity is available for a Research Assistant to join the Immunity Division working in the Tonkin Lab at WEHI.

1d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Research Assistant - Cardiology Unit

at SA Health - Northern Adelaide Local Health Network

This is a Contract/Temp job

Elizabeth Vale, Adelaide SA

Salary: $73,533 - $89,764 p.a.

Work at the heart of care for the fastest-growing population in the state
Enjoy beautiful wine regions, beaches and food regions within an arm's reach
Relocation assistance may be available for interstate/international applicants

As a Research Assistant, you will assist with data collection, entry, and quality checking across active cardiology research projects

13d ago•Expiring

Listed seven days ago

Research Assistant in Youth Mental Health

at The University Of Melbourne

This is a Contract/Temp job

Parkville, Melbourne VIC

$87266 - $118416 p.a. + 17% super

Shape national youth mental health models
Use your research skills to improve complex youth mental health care
17% super, salary packaging, wellbeing, discounts, development

Advance youth mental health research across national early psychosis services as a Research Assistant in Orygen's National Programs.

7d ago

Listed one day ago

GEOLOGICAL DATA SUPPORT OFFICER (Part-time) - Federal Govt

at HiTech Personnel

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT(Hybrid)

Competitive Hourly Rate

Federal Government contracting opportunity
Part-time role with flexible hours
Support geological and critical minerals projects

Support geological data management and quality activities for nationally significant resource mapping projects.

1d ago

Listed nine days ago

Data Annotator

at Rapid Global

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

$66K-$75K FTE (0.6 role)

Gain hands-on tech and AI experience, no prior industry experience needed
Help make workplaces safer through innovation with a passionate team
Grow in a supportive, collaborative culture that celebrates wins and development

Join Rapid as a part-time Data Annotator! A great opportunity for a student or recent grad to gain hands-on experience in tech. 6-month contract.

9d ago

Listed two days ago

Data Quality Officer

at GWG Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newcastle, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW(Hybrid)

Newcastle based | 3-6 month day rate contract | Flexible working arrangements
Hands-on data cleansing role utilising Excel & ERP systems
Manufacturing or supply chain experience highly regarded

Join a collaborative team where your attention to detail and ability to turn complex data into accurate, reliable information will make a real impact

2d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Research Officer

at Good to Great Schools Australia Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cairns, Cairns & Far North QLD(Remote)

$40 – $45 per hour

The Research Officer role involves searching for and reviewing peer-reviewed research across different disciplines.

17d ago

Listed ten days ago

Community Research Assistant - Identified Position

at University of the Sunshine Coast – UniSC

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mount Isa, Western QLD(Remote)

$82,843 - $93,358 p.a., plus 17% Superannuation

Based in Mout Isa - Fully remote work arrangement from North West Queensland
Full-time (36.25 hours per week), Fixed-term appointment until January 2030
Make a difference to Queensland families through community research and support

Support participant recruitment and deliver outstanding administration and customer service for the Let’s Yarn About Sleep research initiative.

10d ago•Expiring

Listed two days ago

Research Assistant in Crop Agronomy

at The University Of Melbourne

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tungamah, Shepparton & Goulburn Valley VIC

$80400 - $85328 p.a. + plus 17% super

Hands-on crop agronomy across field, glasshouse and lab in winter grain systems
Support impactful research improving Australian dryland grain productivity
17% super, salary packaging, wellbeing, discounts, development

Support crop agronomy experiments that drive productivity and profitability in Australia's dryland winter grain systems.

2d ago

Listed twenty two 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

An exciting opportunity is available for a Research Officer to join the Anaemia Research (Pasricha) Laboratory at WEHI.

22d ago

Listed nine days ago

Research Analyst (Full-Time | Hybrid - Sydney CBD)

at CENTRE FOR ASIA PACIFIC AVIATION PTY LTD

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$65,000 – $68,800 per year

Full time Research Analyst role with aviation and travel consultancy based in Sydney CBD (Hybrid)

9d ago

Listed twenty two hours ago

SNAP Trial Data Coordinator

at University of Newcastle

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

New Lambton, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW

Join a high-performing trial team and drive data excellence in clinical research
Partner with researchers and statisticians to deliver clinical insights
17% super; generous annual, personal, and life leave; health & fitness discounts

Contribute to a high-impact trial by ensuring data is accurate, reliable, and ready to inform critical research findings

22h ago

Listed six days ago

Laboratory Assistant

at Paratus Clinical

This is a Contract/Temp job

Herston, Brisbane QLD

Join Paratus Clinical as a Laboratory Assistant from January to March 2027! Support clinical trials through sample processing and handling.

6d ago

Listed eight days ago

Research Operations Coordinator

at Breville

This is a Contract/Temp job

Alexandria, Sydney NSW

Staff discounts

Discounts off across all our brands, free onsite parking & free coffee
Max Term 12 month contract - Part Time
Opportunities for Learning and Development Offered by Our Industry Leaders

Product Research is growing! Join us as a Research Operations Coordinator and help bring consumer insights to life across exciting global projects!

8d ago

Listed one day ago

Analytics Consultant

at WorkSafe Victoria

This is a Contract/Temp job

Geelong, South West Coast VIC(Hybrid)

$124,535 per annum + 12% superannuation
Full time, Fixed Term opportunity until April 2027
Geelong location (hybrid working model - minimum 3 days in office)

Join WorkSafe Victoria and play a vital role in protecting the safety and wellbeing of our community.

1d ago

Listed six days ago

Laboratory Assistant

at Paratus Clinical

This is a Contract/Temp job

Blacktown, Sydney NSW

Join Paratus Clinical as a Laboratory Assistant from January to March 2027! Support clinical trials through sample processing and handling.

6d ago

Listed eight days ago

PhD Student

at Neuroscience Research Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Randwick, Sydney NSW

UNSW Scientia PhD scholarship applying causal inference and machine learning to advance personalised treatment for people with low back pain.

8d ago

Listed ten days ago

Scientific Officer

at Department for Environment and Water

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

$94,769 – $109,787 per year

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Scientific Officer to join our team and contribute to the delivery of high-quality scientific services.

10d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty three days ago

Senior Clinical Research Associate

at KlinEra Global Services Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

$70 – $80 per hour

A Senior CRA is responsible for overseeing and managing KlinEra's clinical trials to ensure compliance with regulatory standards, protocols, etc.

23d ago

Listed nine days ago

Postdoctoral Fellow

at Neuroscience Research Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Randwick, Sydney NSW

$111,498.21 base + 12% Super ($124,878.00 TEC)

Lead biomarker discovery and multimodal data analysis to advance dementia and neurodegeneration research.

9d ago

Listed three days ago

Biometrician

at Department of Primary Industries

This is a Contract/Temp job

Toowoomba, Toowoomba & Darling Downs QLD

$107,696 - $117,297 per annum

Fixed term temporary full-time until 31 December 2027
Total package (inc super & leave loading): $122,871 to $133,825 per annum
Build a rewarding career and find impact you can see everyday.

Bring legacy to life. For the future of Queensland and the world.

3d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Research Associate/Fellow

at Curtin University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bentley, Perth WA(Hybrid)

$104,165 - $144,352 (ALA.5 - ALB.6) + 17% super

Join an internationally connected radio astronomy research environment
Grow your research career and contribute to high-impact astrophysics research
Enjoy flexible working arrangements, generous super & salary packaging benefits

Join the Curtin Institute of Radio Astronomy and contribute to cutting-edge research exploring relativistic jets from accreting black holes.

25d ago•Expiring

Listed seventeen days ago

Data Scientist

at Talenza

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

hands-on data scientist with 5-8+ years of experience who has taken ML models from problem framing to production, ideally in insurance claims

17d ago

Listed seven days ago

Postdoctoral Fellow (Preclinical Risk Factors for Dementia)

at Neuroscience Research Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Randwick, Sydney NSW

Lead impactful dementia research exploring risk, resilience and early disease change using rich longitudinal and multimodal data.

7d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Data Scientist

at Mura Connect Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

6-month contract commencing January 2027
Predictive modelling, ML and NLP on complex claims data
Hands-on Python, SQL and Azure Databricks environment

Join a Queensland Government Data & Analytics Uplift Program, using ML and AI to improve insurance claims decisions.

20d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Data Scientist

at Calleo

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

AUD 125 - 140 per hour

Job Location - Brisbane / Melbourne / Western Australia
Federal Government role
Australian Citizenship required

This role focuses on data analysis, reporting, data management, development and operationalisation of analytical and machine learning solutions.

Recruited byNewman Ponniah

22d ago

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