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  • Gold Coast City, Queensland, Australia Griffith International Full-time $91,000 - $142,000 Contract

    Senior Research Assistant / Research AssistantFull-timePrimary Location (Campus): Gold CoastEmployment Type: Full TimeDepartment ID: Australian Centre for Precision Health and Technology - PREAppointment Type: Fixed TermPRECISE represents people from Griffith University, the Gold Coast University Hospital, and other hospitals on the Gold Coast and in...

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    13 hours ago


    Adelaide, South Australia Flinders University Full-time $85,000 - $93,000 Contract

    Position Details Part-time or Full-time Position (0.6FTE-1FTE) | Fixed Term until end of June 2027. Higher Education Officer Level 5 | $84,599 - $93,366 p.a. Location: Bedford Park / Kaurna Country View Position Description About the Role Join the National Centre for Education and Training on Addiction (NCETA) Research Team and contribute to the impactful...

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    Adelaide Metro Southern - Metropolitan South Australia, South Australia SA Health Part-time $73,533 - $89,764 Contract

    Northern Adelaide Local Health Network – Lyell McEwin Hospital – ELIZABETH VALE SA 5112 Salary: $73,533 - $89,764 p.a. (pro rata) plus Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice benefits – GFSc1 Temporary Part-Time – 7.5 hours per week, up to 26 October 2027 About the Role: Science that matters starts with people who care about the work. At Lyell McEwin...

  • Research Assistant

    2 days ago


    Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia UOW Full-time

    Make an impact at the University of Wollongong (UOW) - a purpose-driven institution ranked in the top 1% of universities globally.About the RoleIn this role you will provide research and administrative support for the delivery of an ARC Discovery Project within Molecular Horizons. You will contribute to laboratory-based research, coordinate laboratory...

  • Research Assistant

    2 days ago


    Adelaide, South Australia flinders Full-time $85,000 - $93,000 Contract

    Position DetailsPart-time or Full-time Position (0.6FTE-1FTE) | Fixed Term until end of June 2027. Higher Education Officer Level 5 | $84,599 - $93,366 p.a. Location: Bedford Park / Kaurna Country. View Position Description.About the RoleJoin the National Centre for Education and Training on Addiction (NCETA) Research Team and contribute to the impactful...

  • Research Assistant

    2 days ago


    Adelaide, South Australia SA Health Full-time $74,000 - $90,000 Contract

    Job no: 950859 Work type: Part time Location: Adelaide Metro Southern Categories: Research Northern Adelaide Local Health Network – Lyell McEwin Hospital – ELIZABETH VALE SA 5112Salary: $73,533 - $89,764 p.a. (pro rata) plus Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice benefits – GFSc1Temporary Part-Time – 7.5 hours per week, up to 26 October 2027 About the...

  • Research Assistant

    2 days ago


    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Garvan Institute of Medical Research Full-time $85,000 - $104,000 Contract

    Garvan Institute of Medical Research brings together world leading scientists and clinicians,collaborating locally and globally, to advance our understanding of disease, particularly cancer,autoimmunityand genetic disorders. Garvan is a global leader in fundamental biomedical research and its translation. Our mission is to make discoveries that will improve...

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    2 days ago


    City of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Murdoch Children's Research Institute Full-time $80,000 - $98,000 Contract

    Career Opportunities: Research Assistant (44548) Requisition ID44548-Posted24/09/2026-Clinical Sciences-Neonatal Research-MCRI-Parkville-Australia-VIC- Job Function (1) Role Type: 12 month full time parental leave coverSalary: $89,080 p.a plus super (pro rata if part time) Make a real difference to preterm babies' livesFlexible working & part-time (0.8 EFT)...

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    Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia University of Wollongong Part-time $85,682 - $96,898

    DescriptionMake an impact at the University of Wollongong (UOW) - a purpose‑driven institution ranked in the top 1% of universities globally.About the RoleIn this role you will provide research and administrative support for the delivery of an ARC Discovery Project within Molecular Horizons. You will contribute to laboratory-based research, coordinate...

  • Research Assistant

    2 days ago


    Nedlands, Australia The Kids Research Institute Australia Full-time

    The OpportunityJoin the WA Kids Comprehensive Cancer Centre at The Kids Research Institute Australia and contribute to world-leading research dedicated to improving outcomes for children with cancer.As a Research Assistant in our newly formed Cancer Preclinical Core Team, you will be part of the translational bridge between our discovery science teams and...

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    3 days ago


    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Black Dog Institute Full-time $65,000 - $85,000 Contract

    About the InstituteLocated on the lands of the Bidiagal Clan of the Dharawal Nation (Randwick, NSW), Black Dog Institute is the only Medical Research Institute in Australia to investigate mental health across the lifespan, our aim is to create a mentally healthier world for everyone. Emphasising a devoted focus to into suicide prevention, digital mental...

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    3 days ago


    Hobart, Tasmania, Australia Corestaff Tasmania Full-time $55,000 - $72,000 Contract

    At CoreStaff we pride ourselves on looking after our employees. We want to engage, reward, and recognise you for doing a great job. Feel like part of the Crew, not just another candidate sent to an assignment and forgotten about.About The JobOur valued client based in Richmond area is seeking a Research Assistant to support the research and breeding of...

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    3 days ago


    Wollongong City Council, New South Wales, Australia University of Wollongong Full-time $86,000 - $97,000 Contract

    Make an impact at the University of Wollongong (UOW) - a purpose-driven institution ranked in the top 1% of universities globally. About the Role In this role you will provide research and administrative support for the delivery of an ARC Discovery Project within Molecular Horizons. You will contribute to laboratory-based research, coordinate laboratory...

  • Research Assistant

    3 days ago


    Wollongong City Council, New South Wales, Australia UOW Full-time $86,000 - $97,000 Contract

    Make an impact at the University of Wollongong (UOW) - a purpose-driven institution ranked in the top 1% of universities globally. About the Role In this role you will provide research and administrative support for the delivery of an ARC Discovery Project within Molecular Horizons. You will contribute to laboratory-based research, coordinate laboratory...

  • Research Assistant

    3 days ago


    Newcastle City Council, New South Wales, Australia IndigenousX Full-time $70,000 - $80,000 Contract

    Be Challenged and Imagine with us We are seeking a motivated and organised Research Assistant to support the Deadly Dreaming research team. Working closely with researchers, Elders, community members and research partners, you will play an important role in coordinating project activities, supporting participant engagement, and contributing to the delivery...

  • Research Assistant

    3 days ago


    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia University of New South Wales Full-time $34,000 - $37,000 Contract

    Apply now Job no: 543585Work type: Part TimeLocation: Sydney, NSWCategories: Clinical/Medical Research Research Assistant Employment Type: Part - time (14 hours a week) Remuneration: $92,265 base pro rata, plus 17% superannuation and leave loading Work rights required: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to...

  • Research Assistant

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    Sydney, NSW, Australia Macquarie University Full-time EUR 41 Contract

    Overview Research Assistant role at Macquarie University. Play a key role in a clinical study by visiting participating general practices to recruit and screen patients for inclusion, while supporting broader research activities. This is a full-time position, with part-time or job share arrangements considered for the right candidates. Salary From $86,087...

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    3 days ago


    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Novalith Full-time $80,000 - $95,000 Contract

    Full-time Permanent Associate Posted 31 Aug 2026 Description Job Title: Laboratory Technician About Novalith Novalith are a clean technology company enabling a decarbonised and electric future. We aim to do this by becoming the world's first low-cost & sustainable solution for lithium chemicals refining. We are the perfect company for bright minds,...

  • Research Assistant

    13 hours ago


    Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia The Australian National University Full-time $79,000 - $103,000 Contract

    Classification: ANU Officer 4 (Research) and ANU Officer 5/6 (Research) Salary package: $79,314 - $102,887 per annum, plus 17% superannuation Term: Fixed term, Full time (up to 24 months) Position Description and Selection Criteria, p lease visit the official ANU Jobs website to download the document :...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia HKU Careers Full-time $90,000 - $120,000 Contract

    Senior Research Assistant / Research Assistant I Ref.: 537641Work type: Full-timeDepartment: School of Biomedical Sciences (22600)Categories: Research Staff Applications are invited for appointment as Research Assistant I / Senior Research Assistant in the School of Biomedical Sciences (Ref.: 537641), to commence as soon as possible for one year, with the...