Scientific Programming Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

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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)

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Data & Insights Junior Analyst

at Virbac Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Milperra, Sydney NSW

Global Animal Health company
Flexible, Friendly and Supportive team environment
Plenty of perks - Superannuation, Wellness and Social activities, Hybrid work!

Global Animal Health company
Flexible, Friendly and Supportive team environment
Plenty of perks - Superannuation, Wellness and Social activities, Hybrid work!

This is a great opportunity for an Data & Insights Junior Analyst to join a global Animal Health business, it's a great foot in the door!

subClassification: Analysis & ReportingAnalysis & Reporting

classification: Banking & Financial Services(Banking & Financial Services)

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Listed thirteen 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)

13d ago

Listed twenty one 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)

21d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Research Engineer - Software

at OncoRes Medical

This is a Contract/Temp job

Nedlands, Perth WA

12 month full-time contract with free on-site parking available
Flexible working arrangements available
Unique opportunity to get involved in an early rapidly growing company

12 month full-time contract with free on-site parking available
Flexible working arrangements 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)

20d ago

Listed nine days ago

Climate Data Scientist

at DFP Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

12-months contract with possible extension
Must be an Australian Citizen
Hybrid Working

12-months contract with possible extension
Must be an Australian Citizen
Hybrid Working

Seeking an experienced Climate Data Scientist

Recruited byHumaira Hashmi

subClassification: ConsultantsConsultants

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

9d ago

Listed seven 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)

7d ago

Listed ten days ago

TSPV - Data Scientist (INAN 5)

at Compas Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT

TSPV-cleared Data Scientist role based onsite in Canberra
Contract through to approx. 30 June 2027 plus extensions
Build AI, ML and computer vision solutions in a secure setting

TSPV-cleared Data Scientist role based onsite in Canberra
Contract through to approx. 30 June 2027 plus extensions
Build AI, ML and computer vision solutions in a secure setting

TSPV-cleared Data Scientist role in Canberra delivering AI, ML and computer vision solutions for high-impact intelligence outcomes.

subClassification: Database Development & AdministrationDatabase Development & Administration

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

10d ago

Listed two days ago

Research Associate

at Curtin University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bentley, Perth WA(Hybrid)

$83,371 - $112,487 (ALA) + 17% superannuation

12-month fixed term, full-time contract based at Bentley Campus
Ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide (ARWU 2025)
Diverse & dynamic team fostering innovation, collaboration & sustainability

12-month fixed term, full-time contract based at Bentley Campus
Ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide (ARWU 2025)
Diverse & dynamic team fostering innovation, collaboration & sustainability

Join an innovative research project advancing AI, robotics, and digital twin technologies for smarter, safer road infrastructure.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

2d ago

Listed seventeen 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)

17d ago

Listed eight days ago

Lead Climate Data Scientist (Pacific Climate Services)

at Triniti

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

attractive hourly rate

Any capital city
12 month contract - attractive hourly rate
Australian Citizens only

Any capital city
12 month contract - attractive hourly rate
Australian Citizens only

Lead Climate Data Scientist will support a highly regarded Fed Gov agency delivering important climate and ocean science services across the region.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

8d ago

Listed one day ago

Data & Insights Junior Analyst

at Virbac Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Milperra, Sydney NSW

Global Animal Health company
Flexible, Friendly and Supportive team environment
Plenty of perks - Superannuation, Wellness and Social activities, Hybrid work!

Global Animal Health company
Flexible, Friendly and Supportive team environment
Plenty of perks - Superannuation, Wellness and Social activities, Hybrid work!

This is a great opportunity for an Data & Insights Junior Analyst to join a global Animal Health business, it's a great foot in the door!

subClassification: Analysis & ReportingAnalysis & Reporting

classification: Banking & Financial Services(Banking & Financial Services)

1d ago

Listed eight 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)

8d ago

Listed six hours ago

Quality Control Lab Technician (18 month fixed term)

at Blackmores

This is a Contract/Temp job

Braeside, Melbourne VIC

Good opportunity for an early careered lab technician with working rights
Mental health support for you and your family through our Sonder assistance

Good opportunity for an early careered lab technician with working rights
Mental health support for you and your family through our Sonder assistance

We are hiring for a chemistry graduate or a junior lab technician who is keen join us on an eighteen-month fixed term as a QC Lab Technician

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

6h ago

Listed twenty two 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)

22d ago

Listed three days ago

Data Engineer

at HBF Health Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA(Hybrid)

4 x 12-month fixed-term opportunities
FREE Gold hospital cover for you + your family
Central CBD office + hybrid working options

4 x 12-month fixed-term opportunities
FREE Gold hospital cover for you + your family
Central CBD office + hybrid working options

4 x 12-month fixed-term opportunities for Data Engineers to help build and optimise data pipelines and models to enable decision-making across HBF.

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

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

3d ago

Listed three 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)

3d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Tutor/Educator in STEM Robotics and Programming

at Thinklum

This is a Contract/Temp job

West Pymble, Sydney NSW

$30 – $40 per hour

We are looking for a responsible and passionate person, someone who has knowledge in STEM and would like to teach children robotics and coding.

subClassification: TutoringTutoring

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

16d ago

Listed two days 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)

2d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Bioinformatics Research Engineer

at Children's Cancer Institute

This is a Contract/Temp job

Randwick, Sydney NSW

The Computational Biology Group leads a diverse portfolio of projects in precision medicine, genomics, and bioinformatics, spanning novel methods...

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

13d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Senior Data Science Analyst

at Suncorp

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Benefits

Work on advanced cutting-edge pricing and risk modelling projects
High visibility with senior stakeholders across the business
Hybrid working, 12-month fixed term contract

Work on advanced cutting-edge pricing and risk modelling projects
High visibility with senior stakeholders across the business
Hybrid working, 12-month fixed term contract

12-month fixed term contract - Work on advanced cutting-edge pricing and risk modelling projects

subClassification: OtherOther

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

13d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Vaccine Research & Development Analyst (Maternity Cover)

at Virbac Australia

Expiring soon

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)

27d ago

Listed five hours ago

Lead Data Analysts

at Calleo

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC

AUD 900 - 1000 per day

12 months + 12 months Extension Option
Flexible Hybrid Working Environment
Baseline Security clearance preference

12 months + 12 months Extension Option
Flexible Hybrid Working Environment
Baseline Security clearance preference

A great opportunity for a Data Analyst looking to work for highly regarded Federal Government agency.

subClassification: Business/Systems AnalystsBusiness/Systems Analysts

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

5h ago

Listed six days ago

Data Scientist

at Recruitment Hive

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT(Hybrid)

$120 - $135 ph (inc-Super) weekly pay options

6 + 6 + 6 month contract - ASAP start
All States and Territories - Remote considered
Must be technically strong in R, SQL & Modelling

6 + 6 + 6 month contract - ASAP start
All States and Territories - Remote considered
Must be technically strong in R, SQL & Modelling

Contribute to high-impact, policy-relevant modelling - aged-care sector - R, SQL, MLOps, Atlassian, Oracle - enhance a Viability & Investability Tool

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

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

6d ago

Listed two hours ago

Analytics & Automation Coordinator

at BGC

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Osborne Park, Perth WA

Dynamic and fun team environment
Work across two locations in Osborne Park / Redcliffe
Full time - 12 month contract with possibility of extension

Dynamic and fun team environment
Work across two locations in Osborne Park / Redcliffe
Full time - 12 month contract with possibility of extension

This is a Process‑focused role improving workflows, automating tasks, and supporting data systems to drive efficient, secure business operations.

subClassification: Developers/ProgrammersDevelopers/Programmers

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

2h ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Specialist Data Science (12-month FTC)

at South32 Group Operations Pty Ltd

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA(Hybrid)

Base | Bonus | Additional super

Build impactful AI solutions driving safer, smarter mining outcomes
26wks full/52wks half-pay parental leave. Options for additional shares & super
12-month FTC, full-time hours | Monday to Friday | Hybrid role

Build impactful AI solutions driving safer, smarter mining outcomes
26wks full/52wks half-pay parental leave. Options for additional shares & super
12-month FTC, full-time hours | Monday to Friday | Hybrid role

Design & deploy ML & GenAI tools, partner with ops teams & turn data into scalable insights that improve safety, efficiency & performance.

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

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

14d ago

Listed three days ago

Technical Lead

at Metro South Health

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$5,957.70 to $6,304.00 per fortnight + Super

Lead technical strategy and shape future digital solutions
Mentor teams while staying hands-on with cutting-edge tech
Drive meaningful innovation within a healthcare environment

Lead technical strategy and shape future digital solutions
Mentor teams while staying hands-on with cutting-edge tech
Drive meaningful innovation within a healthcare environment

Lead technical strategy, mentor teams and build scalable healthcare solutions in a hands-on role driving innovation and impact.

subClassification: OtherOther

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

3d ago

Listed two days 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)

2d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Principal Data Scientist

at NSW Department of Customer Service

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$149739.0k - $173174.0k p.a. + superannuation

The Data Science team develops AI, machine learning and advanced analytics solutions to help improve business operations across the NSW public sector.

subClassification: Developers/ProgrammersDevelopers/Programmers

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

27d ago

Listed three days ago

Junior Full-Stack Software Engineer

at FinXL IT Professional Services

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

FinXL IT is seeking a Junior Full-Stack Engineer to join our team at a government organisation.Initial 12 months' contract, with a view to extend.

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

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

3d ago

Listed two days ago

ERP Senior Program Manager

at The Walter and Eliza Hall Institute

This is a Contract/Temp job

Parkville, Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

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 to lead a high-impact ERP transformation that restores confidence and shapes the future of enterprise systems.

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

2d ago

Listed ten 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)

10d ago

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