Research Development Manager Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

Listed two days ago

Manager – Strategic Partnerships (Vaccines)

This is a Contract/Temp job

Lead end-to-end collaboration with external labs gaining strong visibility
Enjoy a hybrid work model and supportive environment
Contribute by enabling R&D partnerships that improve patient outcomes globally

Lead end-to-end collaboration with external labs gaining strong visibility
Enjoy a hybrid work model and supportive environment
Contribute by enabling R&D partnerships that improve patient outcomes globally

Step into a pivotal role to own strategic partnerships end-to-end, drive high-impact projects, and play a meaningful part in delivering solutions.

subClassification: Pharmaceuticals & Medical DevicesPharmaceuticals & Medical Devices

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

2d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Research and Innovation Manager

at Nutricia Australia Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

A high-performing, collaborative team culture
Diverse and inclusive work environment
Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work model!

A high-performing, collaborative team culture
Diverse and inclusive work environment
Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work model!

This parental leave cover offers a rare opportunity to drive high‑impact innovation across product, packaging, and productivity.

subClassification: Food Technology & SafetyFood Technology & Safety

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

15d ago

Listed five days ago

Clinical Trial Co-ordinator

at Western Sydney Local Health District

This is a Contract/Temp job

Blacktown, Sydney NSW

$44.28 - $58.91 per hour

Lead a cutting-edge digital health clinical trial
Drive recruitment across Western Sydney practices
Collaborate with leading clinicians and researchers

Lead a cutting-edge digital health clinical trial
Drive recruitment across Western Sydney practices
Collaborate with leading clinicians and researchers

Manage and deliver a multi-site diabetes trial, build partnerships with GPs, and coordinate research that improves patient outcomes

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

5d ago

Listed one day 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)

1d ago

Listed two 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)

2d ago

Listed twenty three hours ago

Aged Care Support at Home Clinical Governance Committee Member

at Wintersweet Aged Care Services

This is a Contract/Temp job

East Melbourne, Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

We are seeking professional with expertise in dementia research and aged care clinical governance to join our Clinical Governance Committee.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

23h ago

Listed three 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 – 3 months Part-time: 30.4 hours per fortnight Classification: Medical Scientist Grade 1 Location: Alfred Health Staff benefits

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

3d ago•Expiring

Listed forty eight minutes ago

Postdoctoral Research Fellow- Neurodegeneration Research

at Macquarie University

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

North Ryde, Sydney NSW

17% super + leave loading

$123,435 per annum plus 17% superannuation & annual leave loading.
Access advanced imaging and molecular neuroscience technologies
Collaborative and high-performing research team

$123,435 per annum plus 17% superannuation & annual leave loading.
Access advanced imaging and molecular neuroscience technologies
Collaborative and high-performing research team

Exciting postdoctoral opportunity in translational neuroscience research focused on Parkinson's disease and neurodegeneration.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

48m ago

Listed six days ago

Director, Graduate Research

at University of Newcastle

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newcastle, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW

Senior leadership role with institution-wide responsibility for Higher Degree...
A defining role advancing HDR growth, a priority in the University's new Stra...
Located in coastal NSW at one of Australia's most equity-committed universities

Senior leadership role with institution-wide responsibility for Higher Degree...
A defining role advancing HDR growth, a priority in the University's new Stra...
Located in coastal NSW at one of Australia's most equity-committed universities

Lead HDR strategy at a top-ranked, equity-focused university. Drive Graduate Research, enhance candidate experience & grow a diverse cohort.

subClassification: Management - UniversitiesManagement - Universities

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

6d ago

Listed one day ago

Research Officer/Senior 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 or Senior Research Officer to join the Hill laboratory at WEHI.

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

1d ago

Listed one day 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 Hill Laboratory in the Infection and Global Health Division at WEHI.

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

1d ago

Listed three days ago

Anti-Racism Implementation and Evaluation Research Project (Identified)

at Metro North Hospital & Health Service

This is a Contract/Temp job

Chermside, Brisbane QLD

$122,784 - $131,352 per annum

Drive implementation of a groundbreaking anti-racism project
Lead co-design with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
Super up to 12.75%, access to salary packaging, flexible working arrangements

Drive implementation of a groundbreaking anti-racism project
Lead co-design with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
Super up to 12.75%, access to salary packaging, flexible working arrangements

Lead Australia’s first hospital-based anti-racism initiative, driving real system change in healthcare.

subClassification: Indigenous & Multicultural ServicesIndigenous & Multicultural Services

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

3d ago

Listed two days ago

Research Assistant

at Flinders University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bedford Park, Adelaide SA

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

Contribute to a major grant-funded drug discovery program
Grow your career in a leading health research environment
Make a real impact in neurodegenerative disease research

Contribute to a major grant-funded drug discovery program
Grow your career in a leading health research environment
Make a real impact in neurodegenerative disease research

Support cutting-edge MND research, contributing to life-changing therapies in a collaborative, world-class lab environment.

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

2d ago

Listed six days ago

Research Fellow - Implementation Science

at Queensland University of Technology

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

Total remuneration: $137,608 to $163,427 pa

Join us at QUT, the university for the real world
Fixed-term, full-time basis for 3 years
Based in Queensland

Join us at QUT, the university for the real world
Fixed-term, full-time basis for 3 years
Based in Queensland

The appointee's primary responsibility will be to support the delivery of the SAFEST study in a NHMRC-funded hybrid trial.

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

6d ago

Listed nine days ago

Study Manager

at Airswift

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Call me and let's discuss about the $$$!

Study Manager needed for EPCM 12‑month contract. Join a new growth division delivering process plant studies outside iron ore.

subClassification: Project ManagementProject Management

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

9d ago

Listed twenty three hours ago

Industry Theme Lead

at The University of Sydney

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Camperdown, Sydney NSW

Full time opportunity, fixed term till April 2028
Establish and manage high impact partnerships
Offering a competitive remuneration package including 17% superannuation

Full time opportunity, fixed term till April 2028
Establish and manage high impact partnerships
Offering a competitive remuneration package including 17% superannuation

Drive impactful industry partnerships, shape strategy, and connect research to real-world outcomes across government, industry and community sectors

subClassification: Public Relations & Corporate AffairsPublic Relations & Corporate Affairs

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

23h ago

Listed seven days ago

Project Director, Non Clinical Record Management

at Metro South Health

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$199,204 - $214,878 total renumeration package

Lead strategic records governance across Metro South Health
Influence organisation-wide compliance and innovation
Opportunity to influence long-term organisational strategy

Lead strategic records governance across Metro South Health
Influence organisation-wide compliance and innovation
Opportunity to influence long-term organisational strategy

Lead enterprise-wide records governance and compliance initiatives at Metro South Health in a strategic executive leadership opportunity.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

7d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Oncology Clinical Trials Quality & Governance Manager

at Western Sydney Local Health District

This is a Contract/Temp job

Westmead, Sydney NSW

$66.69 - $75.76 per hour

Lead quality governance for one of NSW’s largest oncology trial programs
Drive accreditation readiness and GCP excellence across multiple sites
Strategic leadership role shaping the future of oncology clinical trials

Lead quality governance for one of NSW’s largest oncology trial programs
Drive accreditation readiness and GCP excellence across multiple sites
Strategic leadership role shaping the future of oncology clinical trials

Lead and strengthen oncology clinical trial governance, build robust quality systems and drive GCP excellence across WSLHD

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

12d ago

Listed seven days ago

Manager, HDR Admissions, Scholarships and Examinations

at RMIT University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Lead HDR admissions, scholarships and examinations services, driving operational excellence, stakeholder engagement and team leadership at RMIT.

subClassification: Management - UniversitiesManagement - Universities

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

7d ago

Listed ten days ago

Senior Project Officer (Research)

at The University Of Melbourne

This is a Contract/Temp job

Parkville, Melbourne VIC

$125191 - $135504 p.a. + Plus 17% Super

Lead strategic research initiatives that shape University-wide responses to emerging research opportunities, risks and sector reforms.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

10d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Senior Research Fellow - Applied Health Services Research

at Macquarie University

This is a Contract/Temp job

North Ryde, Sydney NSW

17% super + leave loading

From $150,714 - $173,323 (Level C) p.a., plus 17% super & annual leave loading
Join a nationally recognised health systems and patient safety research centre
Lead impactful research shaping safer care across Australian hospitals

From $150,714 - $173,323 (Level C) p.a., plus 17% super & annual leave loading
Join a nationally recognised health systems and patient safety research centre
Lead impactful research shaping safer care across Australian hospitals

Drive nationally significant health services research shaping safer, smarter healthcare delivery, as a Senior Research Fellow.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

13d ago

Listed nine days ago

AO6 Senior Economic Development Officer

at Randstad Professionals

This is a Contract/Temp job

Rockhampton, Rockhampton & Capricorn Coast QLD

Senior Economic officer A06

subClassification: Government - StateGovernment - State

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

9d ago

Listed eight days ago

Clinical Research Coordinator

at Advara HeartCare Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Leabrook, Adelaide SA

Collaborate with nationally recognised research experts.
Formal training opportunities and conferences.
Employee benefit program including health perks, fitness passport and discounts.

Collaborate with nationally recognised research experts.
Formal training opportunities and conferences.
Employee benefit program including health perks, fitness passport and discounts.

As our highly valued Clinical Research Coordinator, Registered Nurse, you’ll be an integral part of the national research team.

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

8d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Senior Clinical Research Associate

at OncoRes Medical

This is a Contract/Temp job

Nedlands, Perth WA(Hybrid)

Full-time (1.0 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis for 12 months
Flexible working arrangements with onsite parking available
Unique opportunity to get involved in an early rapidly growing company

Full-time (1.0 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis for 12 months
Flexible working arrangements with onsite parking available
Unique opportunity to get involved in an early rapidly growing company

A rare opportunity to help develop a novel, disruptive medical product that will impact the lives of millions of people around the world.

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

19d ago

Listed one day ago

Program Manager, Dataspaces Australia

at Federation University Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

$136900 - $142353 p.a. + up to 17% superannuation

Full-time fixed-term until June 2028
Based at our Ballarat Campus
Flexible working arrangements (hybrid)

Full-time fixed-term until June 2028
Based at our Ballarat Campus
Flexible working arrangements (hybrid)

Provide strategic leadership and high-level stakeholder engagement across the research sector.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

1d ago

Listed one hour ago

Team Lead - Land Restoration

at Healthy Land and Water Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

Annual individual professional development budget
Annual life & wellbeing reimbursement
Monthly staff social activities and events

Annual individual professional development budget
Annual life & wellbeing reimbursement
Monthly staff social activities and events

Enable Land restoration team to fulfill critical project deliverables, budget management, project accountability, coaching, mentoring team members

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

1h ago

Listed five days ago

Deputy Director Haematology (Laboratory)

at Metro South Health

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

refer to RD plus Clinical Manager rate

Work closely with the Director – Haematology to ensure service integration
Strong time management and prioritisation skills
shifts within an extended span of ordinary hours

Work closely with the Director – Haematology to ensure service integration
Strong time management and prioritisation skills
shifts within an extended span of ordinary hours

A willingness to Lead clinical teams, supervises junior medical officers and liaise with other senior clinician colleagues.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

5d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Project Manager (6-12 Month Parental Leave Contract)

at Roy Morgan Research

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

Work in Australia's leading market research company with experienced researche
6-12 month parental leave contract
Based in Melbourne CBD - 5 mins walk from train station

Work in Australia's leading market research company with experienced researche
6-12 month parental leave contract
Based in Melbourne CBD - 5 mins walk from train station

Are you passionate about conducting research that has a significant impact on informing and shaping important policies in Australia?

subClassification: Market Research & AnalysisMarket Research & Analysis

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

16d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Medical Science Liasion - Women's Health

at Bayer Australia Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Pymble, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

National Women’s Health MSL role partnering peer‑to‑peer with TLs
Autonomy and collaboration shaping Medical Affairs strategy
Engage with cutting‑edge science, congresses and advisory boards

National Women’s Health MSL role partnering peer‑to‑peer with TLs
Autonomy and collaboration shaping Medical Affairs strategy
Engage with cutting‑edge science, congresses and advisory boards

Be the voice of Women’s Health across Australia—partner with Thought Leaders, translate data into impact, and shape medical strategy at Bayer

subClassification: Pharmaceuticals & Medical DevicesPharmaceuticals & Medical Devices

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

29d ago•Expiring

Listed two days ago

Postdoctoral Research Associate/Research Fellow

at Flinders University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bedford Park, Adelaide SA

$90930 - $115871 p.a. + 17% Superannuation

Cutting-edge MND research with real-world impact
Collaborate with global research and industry partners
Grow your research career in a high-impact environment

Cutting-edge MND research with real-world impact
Collaborate with global research and industry partners
Grow your research career in a high-impact environment

Advance impactful MND research across Level A-B roles, using cutting-edge stem cell models to drive discovery, collaboration and real-world outcomes.

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

2d ago

Listed six days ago

Associate Director Development, Brain and Mind Centre

at The University of Sydney

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Camperdown, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$126065 - $142171 p.a. + 17% superannuation

Join a passionate and high performing team
Contract until May 2027
Base Salary starting at $126,065 + 17% superannuation

Join a passionate and high performing team
Contract until May 2027
Base Salary starting at $126,065 + 17% superannuation

Join a team who are transforming brain and mind health with world-leading research and help us achieve even more in the coming years.

subClassification: FundraisingFundraising

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

6d ago

Listed one day ago

Postdoc / Research Fellow in Digital Agricultural Futures

at Charles Sturt University

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Mildura, Mildura & Murray VIC

$80,046 to $134,965 p.a. (plus 17% superannuation

Research with real impact across regional Australia
Industry-linked, multidisciplinary digital agriculture projects
Relocation opportunity to Mildura, VIC

Research with real impact across regional Australia
Industry-linked, multidisciplinary digital agriculture projects
Relocation opportunity to Mildura, VIC

Shape the future of digital agriculture with impactful regional research. Join us in Mildura with industry-connected projects.

subClassification: Teaching - TertiaryTeaching - Tertiary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

1d ago

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