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  • Gold Coast City, Queensland, Australia Griffith University Full-time $78,199 - $121,467 Contract

    Company Description PRECISE represents people from Griffith University, the Gold Coast University Hospital, and other hospitals on the Gold Coast and in Brisbane, that are passionate about innovation, research and education across the ‘Lifecycle’ of orthopaedic, cardiovascular and neuromusculoskeletal conditions. PRECISE embraces an active collaborative...

  • Research Assistant

    8 hours ago


    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Monash University Full-time

    Company Description Monash University is Australia’s largest and most internationally oriented university, offering extensive undergraduate, postgraduate, and research programs across 10 faculties. As a research‑intensive institution, Monash is known for impactful discoveries that extend well beyond the academic community. The university hosts...

  • Research Assistant

    8 hours ago


    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia UNSW Full-time

    Research Assistant- School of Population Health • Employment Type: Full - time (35 hours a week) • Duration: 12-month Fixed Term contract • Remuneration: $92,265,021 base, plus 17% superannuation and leave loading • Work rights required: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to...

  • Research Assistant

    1 day ago


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

    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, innovators and those full of ambition. We're proud of what we've...

  • Research Assistant

    5 hours ago


    Vic, Australia MCRI Full-time $56 - $67 Permanent

    Role Type: CasualSalary: $56.35 – $67.79 per hour plus super   Casual Research Assistant role paying $56.35 – $67.79 per hour plus super Support the evidence reviews behind a national clinical guideline for extremely preterm infants Join Australia’s largest child health research institute on the Melbourne Children’s Campus, with training provided...

  • Research Assistant

    1 day ago


    Hobart CBD, Tasmania, Australia CoreStaff Tasmania Full-time

    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...

  • Research Assistant

    1 day 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)...

  • Research Assistant

    2 days ago


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

    Job Title: Laboratory TechnicianAbout NovalithNovalith 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, innovators and those full of ambition. We’re proud of what we’ve...

  • Research Assistant

    2 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...

  • Research Assistant

    2 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

    2 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

    2 days ago


    City of 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...

  • Research Assistant

    3 days ago


    new south wales, Australia Western Sydney University Full-time

    Job DescriptionPart time (4 days) fixed term (4 months) position at HEW Level 5.Parramatta South Campus with flexible working arrangements.$85,778 – $97,006 per annum, plus 17% Super and Leave Loading.Support AI-assisted analysis of urban heat data through research, laboratory work and reporting.The OpportunityYou will support a research project focused on...

  • Research Assistant

    3 days ago


    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia La Trobe University Full-time $30,000 - $60,000 Contract

    Join to apply for the Research Assistant role at La Trobe University1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Research Assistant role at La Trobe UniversityGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Based at our vibrant La Trobe University’s Melbourne (Bundoora) campusFixed term opportunity for 6 months from...

  • Research Assistant

    3 days ago


    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Macquarie University Full-time $77,478 - $94,695 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...

  • Research Assistant

    3 days ago


    Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia 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% superannuationTerm:Fixed term, Full time (up to 24 months)In 1946, ANU was founded to help rebuild a changing world. We’re still at it, 80 years later. For generations, our people have turned curiosity into ideas that have shaped...

  • Research Assistant

    5 hours ago


    Parkville, Australia University of Melbourne Part-time $1 - $79,677 Contract

    Role type: Part-time (0.20 FTE); Fixed-term (12 months)Faculty: ArtsDepartment/School: School of Social and Political SciencesSalary: RA1 - $79,677 p.a. plus 17% superContribute to ARC-funded research on democracy and illiberal discourse / work with innovative Large Language Models / collaborate closely with leading political science researchersApply now...


  • Newlands, Western Australia Placements24 Full-time

    About the RoleOur client is seeking a meticulous and inquisitive Graduate Research Assistant to support their research initiatives in Queenstown . This role is ideal for recent graduates with a strong academic background and a passion for discovery. You will contribute to ongoing research projects by conducting literature reviews, collecting and analyzing...


  • not specified, south australia SA Health Full-time

    Southern Adelaide Local Health Network - Flinders Medical Centre - Orthopaedic Surgery Salary $74,095 - $78,694 p.a. (Pro Rata) ASO3 Full-Time Position, Contract Until July 2027 Administration Research Assistant Orthopaedic Surgery Based in the Orthopaedic Surgery unit across Flinders Medical Centre and Noarlunga Hospital, this full-time...

  • Research Assistant

    1 day ago


    City of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia The University of Melbourne Full-time $68,000 - $92,000 Contract

    ## Research Assistant (RA)Apply: Parkville: Part time: Posted Today: End Date: October 13, 2026 (6 days left to apply): JR-018984**Role type:** Part-time (0.20 FTE); Fixed-term (12 months) **Faculty:** Arts **Department/School:**School of Social and Political Sciences **Salary:** RA1 - $79,677 p.a. plus 17% super* Contribute to ARC-funded...