Design Researcher jobs in Canberra, ACT

A Canberra-based IT Services Company is looking for a UX Designer to lead the design of user-centred experiences across digital systems. This role involves conducting user research, turning insights into practical design outcomes, and collaborating closely with teams to enhance UX maturity. Ideal candidates will have proven UX design experience, strong research skills, and proficiency with tools...

A recruitment agency is seeking a highly experienced Lead User Experience Designer to join their client for a major project starting March 2026. The successful candidate will lead design activities across a complex digital environment, requiring 5-10 years of UX experience, strong user research skills, and the ability to work with multidisciplinary teams. This role offers a 12-month contract with...

A digital talent recruitment firm is seeking a Lead UX Designer for a 12-month contract with a high possibility of extension in Canberra, Australia. This role requires a creative professional who excels in user research, usability testing, and developing user-centred solutions. The ideal candidate will lead the design process, deliver actionable improvements, and collaborate with various...

A leading technology firm in Canberra is seeking a Lead User Experience Designer. This role involves leading user research and testing, analyzing design effectiveness, and collaborating with stakeholders to improve user experiences. The ideal candidate will possess experience in developing design artifacts such as wireframes and prototypes and will be responsible for promoting design best...

Overview The University of New South Wales (UNSW) Sydney is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate (Level A) or Senior Research Associate (Level B) to pursue the design development and simulations of engineering solutions for fusion energy reactor design. The successful candidate will carry out both independent and team research within a collaborative partnership between UNSW and the fusion...

CENTRE FOR APPLIED PHILOSOPHY AND PUBLIC ETHICS (CAPPE) CAPPE: Designated Research Scholarships Two three-year postgraduate research scholarships are available to domestic applicants for study at Charles Sturt University (CSU). CAPPE CSU will be located from 2012 at the Barton Campus of CSU in Canberra, ACT. Research areas include applied philosophy, such as political violence, biotechnology,...

A leading internship provider in Australia offers a dynamic UI/UX Internship for passionate individuals to work on real projects with clients. Over the 12-week period, interns will support various projects, gaining hands-on experience in user-centered design, prototyping, and UI/UX research. Ideal candidates will have a background in digital communications or graphic design and be eager to...

A leading AI recruitment firm is looking for experienced Biology PhDs to contribute expertise to a remote project with top AI labs. The ideal candidates will have a PhD in Biology and exceptional communication skills. You’ll collaborate with experts remotely, tackling real-world problems in AI. The project involves 16 hours of work across three days from Friday to Sunday. Compensation is provided...

OverviewAustralian Citizens residing in Australia only respond. must have Baseline.ResponsibilitiesDemonstrated experience and understanding of UX research methodologies and end to end UX/UI process.Demonstrated experience creating high-quality, compelling design concepts and artefacts including prototypes, archetypes, journey maps etc.Effective communication skills with the ability to work with...

Freelance Graphic Designer – Research Project Join to apply for the Freelance Graphic Designer – Research Project role at Twine Join a research initiative focused on rare ovarian cancers by designing a simple, impactful logo and a static website to support project outreach. This role is ideal for a creative professional with a strong background in both logo and web design, particularly using...

Classification: ANU Officer 5/6 (Research) Salary package: $87,570 – $102,887 per annum plus 17% superannuation Terms: Full-time, Fixed Term (up to 31 December 2026) - Work with the academic and professional staff in a friendly, collaborative School - Work in a beautiful campus environment on the city’s doorstep About the opportunity We are seeking a proactive Research Officer to support...

AI Safety Research Scientist – AI Safety Institute Science & Technical Level 7‑9, Technology & Digital Policy Posted: 1 day ago – Applications close 18 January 2026. Locations: Canberra, Sydney, Darwin, Brisbane, Adelaide, Hobart, Melbourne, Perth. Salary range: $122,235 to $172,828. About the Department The Department of Industry, Science and Resources is part of the Australian Government’s...

You will join a high-performing interdisciplinary research group, the Decision Support & Analytics Research Group (DSARG), with aims to innovate at the interface of artificial intelligence, production scheduling, and predictive maintenance. You will collaborate with the School of Systems & Computing, a hub of AI, Cyber, and Systems Engineering experts. About the Project and the Role: Ocius...

This Job is based in Australia The Opportunity The School of Civil and Environmental Engineering at UNSW is looking for a motivated Research Associate with skills in Machine Learning to join our team working in the School. You will contribute to UNSW’s research efforts by developing advanced machine learning models and software tools aimed at optimizing water treatment processes and...

- Duration: 18 months fixed term - Remuneration: Academic Level B ($127 K - $150K pro rata) - based on experience + 17% Super - Location: Kensington, Sydney. - Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold unrestricted work rights to be considered for this position. This Job is based in Australia About UNSW UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a...

- Employment Type: Part Time, 17.5 hours per week - Duration: 12 months fixed term with a possibility of extension - Remuneration: Level 8 $127,351 pro rata per annum+ 17% Super - Location: Kensington, Sydney - Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold unrestricted work rights to be considered for this position. This job is based in Australia About UNSW UNSW...

Overview UNSW is seeking a Research Associate to contribute to translational research within the Population Child Health Clinical Research Group in the School of Clinical Medicine. The role focuses on delivering a mixed-methods evaluation of the NSW Ministry of Health Youth Mental Health Initiative, supporting efforts to strengthen the youth mental health system and improve outcomes for young...

Overview UNSW is seeking a Research Associate to contribute to translational research within the Population Child Health Clinical Research Group in the School of Clinical Medicine. The role focuses on delivering a mixed-methods evaluation of the NSW Ministry of Health Youth Mental Health Initiative, supporting efforts to strengthen the youth mental health system and improve outcomes for young...

Research Associate - Chemistry Location: Sydney, Australia UNSW is one of Australia’s leading research and teaching universities with a vibrant campus life. About The Role - Salary: $113K - $121K plus superannuation and annual leave loading - Contract: Fixed Term – 12 months - Hours: Full-time (35 hours per week) Specific Responsibilities - Design and conduct analytical chemistry studies on...

A leading Australian university is seeking a Research Associate in Chemistry to engage in groundbreaking research on polymer-coated magnetic nanoparticles. Ideal candidates will hold a PhD in analytical chemistry and possess significant research experience. Responsibilities include designing studies, synthesizing nanoparticles, and collaborating with industry partners. Strong communication skills...