Scientific Recruitment Specialists

We connect Australia’s best scientific professionals with leading employers across laboratories, research facilities, and technical environments. Whether you’re hiring scientific talent or searching for your next science job, we understand the technical precision, safety, and compliance that define success in this field.

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About Our Scientific Recruitment Expertise

About Our Scientific Recruitment Expertise

Science plays a critical role in innovation and industry, and at Fuse Recruitment, we connect the experts who make it happen. Our Scientific division specialises in recruiting for laboratory, research, and technical roles across the public and private sectors. 

We provide tailored recruitment services for permanent, temporary, and contract positions, ensuring candidates and employers are matched for both capability and cultural fit. 

Our Expertise Covers:
• Laboratory and analytical testing
• Research and development (R&D)
• Quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC)
• Chemistry, microbiology, and environmental science
• Product formulation and testing
• Regulatory affairs and compliance
• Technical services and laboratory management

Scientific Industry Snapshot

With growing investment in science and innovation, Australia’s demand for qualified scientific professionals continues to rise, creating strong job opportunities and ongoing hiring needs.

120 K+

science professionals employed across Australia

$ 12 B+

in annual industry output

2 x

faster STEM growth than average job growth

60 %

of organisations report hiring challenges

Roles we commonly recruit

  • Laboratory Technician
  • Research Assistant
  • Quality Control Analyst
  • Quality Assurance Officer
  • Chemist
  • Microbiologist
  • Analytical Chemist
  • Environmental Scientist
  • Food Technologist
  • Formulation Scientist
  • Product Development Scientist
  • Validation Officer
  • Scientific Officer
  • Regulatory Affairs Associate
  • R&D Scientist
  • Technical Officer
  • Laboratory Manager
  • QA/QC Supervisor
  • Compliance Officer
  • Biotechnologist
  • Science Graduate
  • Process Technician
  • Sample Reception Officer
  • Clinical Research Assistant
  • Calibration Technician
  • Laboratory Scheduler
  • Research Scientist
  • Stability Analyst
  • Environmental Analyst

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Career Pathways in Science

Scientific careers span laboratories, research institutions, and industry-based R&D facilities. Whether you’re an early-career graduate or an experienced laboratory professional, Fuse Recruitment connects you to science jobs that align with your expertise and ambitions. 

Featured Role Spotlights:

Laboratory Technician

conducting sample preparation, testing, and reporting

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Quality Assurance Officer

ensuring regulatory compliance and product integrity

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Environmental Scientist

analysing data to improve sustainability outcomes 

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Disciplines we recruit for

From business support through to technical and specialist roles, we recruit across a wide scope of disciplines to help organisations build strong, capable teams, and support job seekers in finding opportunities that match their skills and career goals.

Administration & Business Support

Corporate Services

Call Centre & Customer Service

Engineering & Technical

Executive & Leadership

Financial Services

Technology & Transformation

Insurance

Manufacturing & Operations

Scientific

Supply Chain & Logistics

Trades & Labour

Manufacturing & Operations
Health & Life Sciences
Industrial & Heavy
Logistics, Transport & Warehousing
Infrastructure
Renewable Energy

Industries we hire scientific roles in

Fuse Recruitment is a specialist recruitment agency that partners with businesses in the insurance, financial services, manufacturing and operations, infrastructure, renewable energy, government, and technology industries across Australia.

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Manufacturing & Operations
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Government

Our Scientific Recruitment Team

Caelan Campbell

Caelan brings four years of professional experience, with a background that sets him apart in the sectors he now recruits for.

Danielle Tingling

Danielle brings over nine years of recruitment experience across the United Kingdom and Australia, with a career that has spanned healthcare, government, infrastructure and construction.

Keziah Delos Reyes

Keziah has over five years of recruitment experience spanning engineering, construction and data centre sectors.

Erika Thompson

Erika brings 26 years of labour hire recruitment experience, specialising in Manufacturing, Food Manufacturing, and Supply Chain. As Team Leader at Fuse Recruitment, she delivers practical workforce solutions for FMCG clients.

Shayne Manalansan

Shayne is a Recruitment Coordinator at Fuse Recruitment with experience in HR within food manufacturing, supporting the manufacturing and operations desk and driving efficient hiring outcomes.

Juvy Bragais

Juvy has 9 years of recruitment experience in manufacturing. Currently supporting Fuse’s manufacturing & operations team specialising in sourcing and candidate management, She is passionate about helping candidates secure meaningful opportunities.

Imogen Chandler

Imogen is a Recruitment Resourcer at Fuse Recruitment and is currently studying a Bachelor of Business (HR Management). She supports end-to-end recruitment, including sourcing, screening, and placing candidates.

Trisha Villasencio

Trisha has nearly three years’ experience in sourcing, interviewing, and supporting recruitment across industries. She currently assists Fuse’s Manufacturing and Operations team as Recruitment Resourcer.

Louise Chua

Louise is a Recruitment Resourcer at Fuse Recruitment, specialising in the Infrastructure and Renewables industries. She is experienced in managing the end-to-end recruitment process, effectively connecting candidates with clients.

Hannah Benchouat

Hannah is an experienced recruitment consultant with a background in business development and account management. She is skilled in sourcing, assessing, and placing candidates while fostering strong client relationships.

Caelan Campbell

Caelan brings four years of professional experience, with a background that sets him apart in the sectors he now recruits for.

Danielle Tingling

Danielle brings over nine years of recruitment experience across the United Kingdom and Australia, with a career that has spanned healthcare, government, infrastructure and construction.

Keziah Delos Reyes

Keziah has over five years of recruitment experience spanning engineering, construction and data centre sectors.

Erika Thompson

Erika brings 26 years of labour hire recruitment experience, specialising in Manufacturing, Food Manufacturing, and Supply Chain. As Team Leader at Fuse Recruitment, she delivers practical workforce solutions for FMCG clients.

Shayne Manalansan

Shayne is a Recruitment Coordinator at Fuse Recruitment with experience in HR within food manufacturing, supporting the manufacturing and operations desk and driving efficient hiring outcomes.

Juvy Bragais

Juvy has 9 years of recruitment experience in manufacturing. Currently supporting Fuse’s manufacturing & operations team specialising in sourcing and candidate management, She is passionate about helping candidates secure meaningful opportunities.

Imogen Chandler

Imogen is a Recruitment Resourcer at Fuse Recruitment and is currently studying a Bachelor of Business (HR Management). She supports end-to-end recruitment, including sourcing, screening, and placing candidates.

Trisha Villasencio

Trisha has nearly three years’ experience in sourcing, interviewing, and supporting recruitment across industries. She currently assists Fuse’s Manufacturing and Operations team as Recruitment Resourcer.

Louise Chua

Louise is a Recruitment Resourcer at Fuse Recruitment, specialising in the Infrastructure and Renewables industries. She is experienced in managing the end-to-end recruitment process, effectively connecting candidates with clients.

Hannah Benchouat

Hannah is an experienced recruitment consultant with a background in business development and account management. She is skilled in sourcing, assessing, and placing candidates while fostering strong client relationships.

Meet our top scientific talent

Meet our top
scientific talent

Claims Manager

Victoria Contract or Temp

Claims Manager with over 5 years of experience managing home and contents insurance claims, overseeing end-to-end processes from lodgement to resolution. Strong background in assessing policy coverage, reviewing reports, portfolio management, and coordinating with builders, assessors, and service providers.

A proven track record of managing a portfolio of up to 150 claims, reducing caseloads to 50 to 60 while maintaining accuracy and compliance, and coordinating effectively with stakeholders.

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HSEQ Coordinator

Queensland Contract or Temp

HSEQ Coordinator with over 4 years of experience in safety management, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance across GMP, pharmaceutical, heavy industry, and construction environments. Strong background in hazard identification, incident investigation, engineering controls, and safety systems including HammerTech and SAP.

A proven track record of managing hazard identification and incident investigation, implementing engineering controls that reduced injuries, and driving safety culture and continuous improvement.

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Electrical & Electronics Engineer

Victoria Contract or Temp

Electrical & Electronics Engineer with over 5 years of experience in electrical systems integration, troubleshooting, commissioning, and maintenance across industrial, manufacturing, and energy environments. Strong background in electrical fault diagnosis, system testing, compliance validation, embedded hardware design, and firmware development.

A proven track record of diagnosing electrical faults, commissioning and testing systems, validating compliance for power, battery, and solar systems, and developing embedded hardware and firmware.

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Operations Manager

Victoria Contract or Temp

Operations Manager with extensive experience in manufacturing, plant operations, supply chain management, and P&L accountability across industries including building materials and FMCG. Strong background in operational transformation, process improvement, cost reduction, team leadership, and stakeholder engagement.

A proven track record of leading operational transformation, implementing process improvements, driving cost reductions, and fostering safety and quality cultures in high-volume environments.

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Senior Underwriter

Queensland Contract or Temp

Senior Underwriter with over 20 years of experience in professional and financial lines insurance underwriting, including D&O, Management Liability, PI, cyber, and other financial risks. Strong background in managing large accounts, negotiations, renewals, new business, underwriting manuals, product development, and broker relationship management.

A proven track record of managing large accounts end to end, leading negotiations and renewals, developing products and underwriting manuals, and mentoring underwriting teams.

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Process Operator

Western Australia Contract or Temp

Process Operator with over three years of experience supporting plant operations within LNG and manufacturing environments, including routine equipment inspections and troubleshooting. Strong background in plant system monitoring, turnaround support, permit-to-work systems, and hazard identification and risk management.

A proven track record of supporting safe and compliant turnarounds, monitoring plant systems, conducting equipment inspections and troubleshooting, and collaborating within multidisciplinary teams.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Your guide to scientific roles, covering key qualifications, laboratory skills, career pathways, and the growing demand for talent across Australia’s research, testing, pharmaceutical, and environmental sectors.

What scientific jobs are most in demand in Australia?

Laboratory technicians, QA/QC analysts, research scientists, and environmental scientists are among the most sought-after roles. 

What qualifications do I need for science or laboratory work?

Most employers require a Bachelor of Science in chemistry, biology, microbiology, or environmental science. Technical roles may also need a Cert III/IV in Laboratory Operations or equivalent lab experience. 

Are science jobs growing in Australia?

Yes. Demand for skilled scientific professionals continues to increase across pharmaceuticals, food technology, and environmental testing sectors. 

What do employers look for in scientific candidates?

Attention to detail, laboratory safety awareness, analytical ability, and familiarity with GMP, GLP, or ISO standards are highly valued. 

What are typical salaries for science and laboratory jobs?

  • Laboratory Technicians: $60,000–$80,000 p.a. 
  • QA/QC Analysts: $70,000–$95,000 p.a. 
  • Research Scientists: $90,000–$130,000 p.a. 
  • Laboratory Managers: $120,000–$160,000+ p.a. 

Why work in the science and laboratory field?

Science offers long-term job security, diverse career paths, and the opportunity to contribute to discoveries that improve lives and the environment.

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