Research Assistant Data Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

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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)

Featured

Listed twenty two days ago

Research Assistant

at Bayside Health

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

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

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

Fixed Term – 12 months Full-time: 76 hours per fortnight Salary range : $80-100k (dependent on experience) Location: Alfred Health Staff benefits

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

22d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Research Assistant

at Bond University

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)

14d ago

Listed five days ago

Research Assistant in Criminology

at Flinders University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bedford Park, Adelaide SA

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

Work on an ARC-funded justice research project
Gain hands-on experience in longitudinal mixed-methods research
Collaborate with academics and community corrections stakeholders

Work on an ARC-funded justice research project
Gain hands-on experience in longitudinal mixed-methods research
Collaborate with academics and community corrections stakeholders

Support an ARC DECRA research project on community corrections, contributing to impactful longitudinal and mixed-methods justice research.

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

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

5d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Research assistant

at The Constant Investor

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Remote)

$3,000 – $4,000 per month

Alan Kohler is looking for an economics graduate or similar to help with research, either full or part time.

subClassification: Journalism & WritingJournalism & Writing

classification: Advertising, Arts & Media(Advertising, Arts & Media)

12d ago

Listed eight hours ago

Information Management Officer

at Metro South Health

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$4,167.80 to $4,534.70 per fortnight

Work with a leading Queensland public healthcare provider
Flexible full-time role with possible extension
Support meaningful healthcare outcomes through data quality

Work with a leading Queensland public healthcare provider
Flexible full-time role with possible extension
Support meaningful healthcare outcomes through data quality

Support critical healthcare data systems and drive data quality improvements at Princess Alexandra Hospital with Metro South Health

subClassification: Records Management & Document ControlRecords Management & Document Control

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

8h ago

Listed two days ago

Clinical Data Engineer

at Murdoch Children's Research Institute

This is a Contract/Temp job

Parkville, Melbourne VIC

$110,279 - $134,292 p.a plus super

Build data pipelines and dashboards for clinical insights
Work with scientists to turn complex data into decisions
Contribute to AI and data innovation in healthcare

Build data pipelines and dashboards for clinical insights
Work with scientists to turn complex data into decisions
Contribute to AI and data innovation in healthcare

Turn complex clinical data into insights that improve lives!

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

2d ago

Listed eight days ago

Research Officer

at Monash University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Caulfield East, Melbourne VIC

$100,155 - $108,106 pa HEW 06 + 17% employer 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

Support the PACE program through coordination, data management and stakeholder engagement across multidisciplinary health research.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

8d ago

Listed eight days ago

Research Fellow

at Monash University

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)

8d ago

Listed three 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)

3d ago

Listed two days ago

Scientific Assistant - Molecular Microbiology

at Mater Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$35.74 - $37.46 p/hr + super + leading benefits

Opportunity to join the dedicated team of professionals at Mater
Access not-for-profit Salary Packaging & ongoing professional development
Join Queensland's largest not-for-profit healthcare organisation

Opportunity to join the dedicated team of professionals at Mater
Access not-for-profit Salary Packaging & ongoing professional development
Join Queensland's largest not-for-profit healthcare organisation

Mater Pathology are seeking Scientific Assistant to join our team for a 10-month maximum-term opportunity.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

2d ago

Listed eight days ago

Research Student Support Coordinator

at Edith Cowan University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Joondalup, Perth WA

$98,169 to $105,915 + 17% Super

Supportive and collegial work environment
Flexible working arrangements
Great campus location with parking

Supportive and collegial work environment
Flexible working arrangements
Great campus location with parking

We are seeking an enthusiastic and proactive individual to join our Graduate Research Services Team.

subClassification: Student ServicesStudent Services

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

8d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Vaccine Research & Development Analyst (Maternity Cover)

at Virbac Australia

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)

12d ago

Listed five days ago

Research Officer Education

at Melbourne Polytechnic

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Preston, Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

$77,156 per year

Contribute to Innovative Education Research Projects
Support Evidence-Based Teaching and Learning Outcomes
Join a Leading TAFE Focused on Educational Innovation

Contribute to Innovative Education Research Projects
Support Evidence-Based Teaching and Learning Outcomes
Join a Leading TAFE Focused on Educational Innovation

Support innovative education research through evaluation, analysis and collaboration to improve evidence-based learning outcomes.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

5d ago

Listed six days ago

Senior Scientist (Data Analytics/GIS)

at Department of Primary Industries

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cairns, Cairns & Far North QLD

$118,197 - $127,941 per annum

Fixed term temporary until 30 June 2029
$118,967 - $127,941 per annum
Generous Superannuation

Fixed term temporary until 30 June 2029
$118,967 - $127,941 per annum
Generous Superannuation

As a Senior Scientist you will provide data analytics/GIS, deliver strategic scientific advice, NEAEP reporting, and guide stakeholders to manage risk

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

6d ago

Listed one day ago

Assistant Materials Officer

at Randstad - Construction, Property & Engineering

This is a Contract/Temp job

Warwick, Toowoomba & Darling Downs QLD

$60 - $64.79 p.h.

4x Assistant Materials Officers | June-Nov '26 | Warwick & Toowoomba | $60-$64.79 ph | Physical field work & testing.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Senior Research Administrator - Grants

at Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

Base salary range $116,525 – $126,337 + Super

Work for a world leading, cutting edge Medical Research Institute
Become an integral part of a collaborative, energetic team
Enjoy flexible work arrangements, social perks, on-site gym, & central location

Work for a world leading, cutting edge Medical Research Institute
Become an integral part of a collaborative, energetic team
Enjoy flexible work arrangements, social perks, on-site gym, & central location

Join a lifesaving team as a Senior Research Administrator - Grants

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

26d ago

Listed twenty 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)

20d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Senior Research Administrator - Grants

at Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

Base salary range $116,525 – $126,337 + Super

Work for a world leading, cutting edge Medical Research Institute
Become an integral part of a collaborative, energetic team
Enjoy flexible work arrangements, social perks, on-site gym, & central location

Work for a world leading, cutting edge Medical Research Institute
Become an integral part of a collaborative, energetic team
Enjoy flexible work arrangements, social perks, on-site gym, & central location

Join a lifesaving team as a Senior Research Administrator - Grants

subClassification: Management - UniversitiesManagement - Universities

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

26d ago

Listed twenty 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 Blewitt Laboratory in the Genetics and Gene Regulation Division at WEHI.

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

20d ago

Listed one day ago

Research Associate

at Murdoch University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Murdoch, Perth WA

$79915 - $107770 p.a. + 17% super

Contribute to Aboriginal led, community focused maternal and child health resear
Support grants, reviews, ethics, data applications and high quality publications
Build research skills within a collaborative, culturally respectful environment

Contribute to Aboriginal led, community focused maternal and child health resear
Support grants, reviews, ethics, data applications and high quality publications
Build research skills within a collaborative, culturally respectful environment

Early career Research Associate supporting Aboriginal led maternal and child health research to deliver meaningful, community driven impact.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

1d ago

Listed seven days ago

Senior Data Scientist

at PRA

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$850 - $950 pd

Initial 12 month Contract | $850 - $950 pd | Hybrid | Statistics & ML

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

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

7d ago

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