Statistics Postdoc 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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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

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 fifteen days ago

Postdoctoral Research Fellow

at The University Of Melbourne

This is a Contract/Temp job

Parkville, Melbourne VIC

$87266 - $148023 p.a. + plus 17% super

ARC-funded research role; study lobbying and commercial determinants of health
Interdisciplinary focus; build an independent research profile
17% super + benefits, wellbeing programs, and development opportunities

ARC-funded research role; study lobbying and commercial determinants of health
Interdisciplinary focus; build an independent research profile
17% super + benefits, wellbeing programs, and development opportunities

Advance research on corporate political influence and public health as a postdoctoral fellow in a leading team.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

15d ago

Listed two days ago

Postdoctoral Fellow

at Queensland University of Technology

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Total remuneration range: $96,342 to $163,427 pa

Join us at QUT, the university for the real world
Fixed-term, full-time basis for 3 years
Based at QUT Gardens Point campus in the heart of the CBD

Join us at QUT, the university for the real world
Fixed-term, full-time basis for 3 years
Based at QUT Gardens Point campus in the heart of the CBD

A creative and enthusiastic Postdoctoral Fellow to contribute positively with novel Machine Learning to our Biomedical Robotics research program

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

2d 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 two days ago

Data Analyst

at DFP Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Newcastle, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW(Hybrid)

AUD 60.26 per hour

$60.26/hour + Super
• Multiple locations available: Newcastle, Brisbane, Richmond
Applicants must be Australian Citizens

$60.26/hour + Super
• Multiple locations available: Newcastle, Brisbane, Richmond
Applicants must be Australian Citizens

Data Analyst provides detailed technical, professional, policy, operational support and advice in relation to complex problems

subClassification: Government - FederalGovernment - Federal

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed six hours ago

Post Doctoral Research Scientist

at St Vincent’s Public Hospital Sydney

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Darlinghurst, Sydney NSW

$87813.00 - $116824.00 p.a. + +super + salary pack

Purpose-driven non-profit research with real-world impact in health and science.
Work in a collaborative, high-performing postdoctoral research team.
Strong career development in a stable 12-month full-time role.

Purpose-driven non-profit research with real-world impact in health and science.
Work in a collaborative, high-performing postdoctoral research team.
Strong career development in a stable 12-month full-time role.

Post Doctoral Research Scientist in a non-profit team delivering high-impact research in a 12-month role with strong development. Apply Now!!

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

6h 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 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 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

Listed eight 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)

8d 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 one day ago

Data Scientist - 12 month contract

at TRS - Public Sector

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Up to $1100 p/d inc super (may be negotiable)

Data Scientist delivering AI, optimisation, and predictive modelling solutions using Databricks to improve operational outcomes.

subClassification: Database Development & AdministrationDatabase Development & Administration

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

1d 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 twenty days ago

Research Fellow

at Deakin University

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

$117,684 - $139,191 + 17% Superannuation

Salary sacrifice parking available on campus.
Staff Wellbeing programs + access to 2 wellness days a year.
Work for a University with a global impact.

Salary sacrifice parking available on campus.
Staff Wellbeing programs + access to 2 wellness days a year.
Work for a University with a global impact.

We partner with industry and government partners to turn research into impact, valuing strong data skills across diverse disciplines.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

20d ago

Listed twenty hours ago

Principal Data Analyst

at Department of Trade, Employment and Training

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

$147,769 - $156,144 per annum

Brisbane CBD-based, flexible hybrid role
Competitive salary and generous leave entitlements with 12.75% employer super
6-month opportunity with possibility of 12-month extension

Brisbane CBD-based, flexible hybrid role
Competitive salary and generous leave entitlements with 12.75% employer super
6-month opportunity with possibility of 12-month extension

We are seeking a Principal Data Analyst to deliver advanced modelling to support Jobs Queensland’s delivery of strategic advice.

subClassification: Business/Systems AnalystsBusiness/Systems Analysts

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

20h ago

Listed one day ago

Pricy Policy Lead (Economics)

at Talent – Specialists in tech, transformation & beyond

This is a Contract/Temp job

Richmond, Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

$602.55 p.d. + Super

Lead economic research and modelling to inform strategic pricing and policy
Analyse large datasets and develop practical pricing/policy frameworks
Stakeholder engagement to test solutions and improve market outcomes

Lead economic research and modelling to inform strategic pricing and policy
Analyse large datasets and develop practical pricing/policy frameworks
Stakeholder engagement to test solutions and improve market outcomes

Strategic Pricing leader delivering economic modelling and data analysis to inform pricing frameworks and market policy in the care economy.

subClassification: Government - FederalGovernment - Federal

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Postdoctoral Research Fellow– Business & Commercialisation

at University of Technology Sydney

This is a Contract/Temp job

Broadway, Sydney NSW

$125240 to $148229 per Year

This is a full-time, fixed-term appointment for two years, offering an excellent opportunity for an early-career researcher to help shape business pat

subClassification: Teaching - TertiaryTeaching - Tertiary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

27d ago•Expiring