junior research scientist jobs in Canberra, ACT

Acknowledgement of Country CSIRO acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land, sea and waters, of the area that we live and work on across Australia. We acknowledge their continuing connection to their culture and pay our respects to their Elders past and present. View our vision towards reconciliation. Role highlights - Work at the forefront of Australia’s energy transition. - Play a...

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...

A growing environmental consulting firm in Melbourne, Victoria, seeks a GIS / Remote Sensing Scientist to lead research projects applying remote sensing data for ecological investigations. The ideal candidate will have strong geospatial analysis skills, over 5 years of related experience, and a collaborative spirit. Responsibilities include managing projects, training staff, and producing...

Principal Research Scientist – Low Carbon Liquid Fuels CSIRO Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia Acknowledgement of Country CSIRO acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land, sea and waters, of the area that we live and work on across Australia. We acknowledge their continuing connection to their culture and pay our respects to their Elders past and present. View our vision...

European Institute of Policy Research and Human Rights is a prestigious institution that offers cutting-edge online programs designed to educate future leaders in policy research, human rights, and related disciplines. Our mission is to deliver world-class skill enhancing programs to candidates globally, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to influence policy and drive positive change in...

An AI research partnership firm is seeking an Environmental Science Expert to work remotely on advanced environmental problems. The ideal candidate will hold a Master's or PhD in Environmental Science and possess strong skills in climate modeling, coding in Python or R, and excellent communication abilities. This role offers a flexible commitment of 10-40 hours per week with competitive hourly...

A leading Australian university is seeking a Post Doctorate Research Associate for a project focused on improving diagnosis of syndromic intellectual disability through AI and genomic data integration. This full-time, 2-year fixed term position offers a salary between $117,226 and $139,207 plus benefits such as superannuation. The candidate should have a doctoral qualification and expertise in...

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Microbiology Research Scientist | Up to $80/hr Remote Join to apply for the Microbiology Research Scientist | Up to $80/hr Remote role at Mercor. Base pay range $*****/hr - $*****/hr Company Introduction Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo,...

OverviewWe are looking for a Research Scientist to join our team to train AI models. You will measure the progress of these AI chatbots, evaluate their logic, and solve problems to improve the quality of each model.In this role you will need to hold an expert understanding of physics- a completed or in progress Masters/PhD is preferred but not required. Other related fields include, but are not...

Join a specialist commercial behaviour change consulting team that uses the science of human behaviour to create real world impact. This team works with leading organisations across the globe, injecting their expertise to transform the way they interact with customers, employees, and the market. From enhancing communications and designing digital journeys, through to creating effective brand and...

A leading research firm in Melbourne seeks a passionate researcher to advance Protocol Learning, focusing on decentralized model training. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in Machine Learning, experience in distributed ML, and strong programming skills in PyTorch. Join a world-class team tackling significant research challenges with the flexibility of a remote-first culture, and an attractive...

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Overview Employment Type: 1 x Full Time, Permanent and 1 x Full Time, Temporary 12 months with the possibility of extension and/or permanency Classification: Health Professional Level 2 (PN 21962, 31211) Salary: $91,026 - $108,691 (Plus 12.5% Super) Location: The Canberra Hospital, Garran ACT Section: Respiratory and Sleep Closing Date: 25 February 2026 What Can We Offer You - Competitive...

Base Pay Range $*****/hr - $******/hr About The Job Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey. Position Details Position: Biology PhD Type: Contract Compensation: $90–$110/hour Location: Remote Commitment: *****...

Pluralis Research works on Protocol Learning— training large models in a fully decentralised way on small consumer-grade devices connected via the internet. Despite being dismissed as infeasible, we have made significant advances on this problem, most recently training an 8B llama model from scratch with devices in physically different regions. While many of the core research problems have been...

A technology company is seeking a Material Specialist to develop and solve advanced material science problems in a remote setting at a rate of $75-$90 per hour. The ideal candidate will have a Master's or PhD in Material Science and experience in semiconductor materials or molecular modeling. Responsibilities include collaboration with AI researchers and ensuring scientific rigor across...

A leading national science agency is seeking a Research Scientist/Engineer in Canberra to contribute to innovative digital systems and privacy technologies. You will engage in groundbreaking AI research, collaborate with industry stakeholders, and translate research into practical applications. This opportunity offers a salary between AU$118k and AU$127k, along with a supportive work environment...

CSIRO Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia Acknowledgement of Country CSIRO acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land, sea and waters, of the area that we live and work on across Australia. We acknowledge their continuing connection to their culture and pay our respects to their Elders past and present. View our vision towards reconciliation. Role highlights - Contribute to...

A technology company is seeking a Semiconductor Material Science expert with a Master's or PhD for a remote, entry-level contract role. You'll develop and solve advanced material science problems, apply your expertise in semiconductor materials, and collaborate asynchronously with researchers. Ideal candidates will have coding experience in Python or MATLAB, strong communication skills, and...