Data Scientist

NSW Health

NSW Health, a leader in digital health transformation, is searching for an innovative Data Scientist to join their team. The role involves applying AI and advanced analytics, impacting healthcare delivery across NSW. The successful candidate will work with a dynamic team in Sydney or Newcastle, contributing to significant strategic initiatives.

In this role you can expect to have the responsibilities:

• Undertake data extraction, exploration, and analysis to provide insights to executive stakeholders.
• Lead the development of analytical solutions and dashboards supporting strategic decisions.
• Promote best practices in data collection, curation, and ethical use within the organization.
• Collaborate with teams to explore new pathology data and develop scalable analytical tools.

This role comes with the following benefits:

• Accrued Days Off in addition to Annual Leave
• Generous salary packaging options
• Corporate wellbeing programs like the Fitness Passport
• Learning and development opportunities with in-house training

This role requires you to have:

• Tertiary qualifications in statistics, machine learning, computer science, or related disciplines.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft BI Platform for data analysis and visualization.
• Expert knowledge of cloud analytics infrastructure such as Azure Synapse or AWS Glue.
• Experience with NSW Health data systems and the healthcare industry.

You would benefit from having:

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in vendor management and contract development.
• Understanding of privacy and health information legislation.

NSW Health Pathology is committed to diversity and inclusion, seeking diverse applicants to complement their team. Eligibility for the role requires Australian citizenship or residency, and successful candidates may undergo a functional assessment.