Principal Epidemiologist

Join our System Information and Analytics at Ministry of Health for an exciting temporary opportunity and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.  

About us

• We offer robust development and growth support to all our employees, ensuring you have the resources and opportunities to thrive in your career.
• Join a passionate team dedicated to innovation and creativity.
• Committed to fostering diverse and inclusive workplace for all.

About the role

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we’re enhancing health and wellness while developing your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia. 

The Principal Epidemiologist role leads scientific output from the Lumos program and supports other epidemiological endeavours in the System Monitoring and Insights team as required.

The role:

• provides expert advice, sets the analysis agenda, and coordinates the design, implementation and interpretation of investigations using Lumos and other data as relevant
• supports enhancement of the Lumos program to ensure it addresses NSW Health strategic priorities
• supports analytical design and interpretation for external projects that use Lumos or other relevant data.

Health Manager level 4, starting salary from $141,974 - $169,151 plus Super and annual leave loading, with a 38- hour work week.

What you will do

• Lead and manage the planning and delivery of critical and highly complex systems to deliver organisational objectives from the Lumos program and other data collection and linkage activities for monitoring and evaluating priority initiatives in NSW Health.
• Lead all aspects of the project management cycle for epidemiological investigations, including preparing analysis plans, identifying and allocating resources, developing and managing budgets, and delivering high quality reports to ensure program outcomes are achieved on time, on budget, to quality standards and within agreed scope.
• Design and oversee analytical approaches to address organisational objectives and provide value to stakeholders. Produce reports and other outputs using innovative technological solutions to deliver high quality, readily accessible and relevant information for the organisation and stakeholders.
• Lead and manage project team/s to successfully deliver all key milestones and outcomes of the project/s. Guide and supervise other staff to achieve the priorities of the organisation.
• Work with stakeholders across internal and external departments /organisations including Local Health Districts (LHDs), eHealth, Agency for Clinical Innovation (ACI), and other Health Agencies and Alliances in order to coordinate systems, data, people and processes to ensure that information needs are achieved for the team.

About you

We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health with: 

• Qualifications or equivalent in public health, epidemiology or project/business management in the health sector, including experience delivering on with the implementation of complex information systems.
• Demonstrated experience in all aspects of epidemiological project management including leading and driving initiatives, project planning, managing resources and negotiating implementation outcomes.
• Highly advanced written and verbal communication skills, particularly in conveying epidemiological concepts through high quality presentations and written materials.
• Project management including leading and driving initiatives, project planning, managing resources and negotiating implementation outcomes.
• Strong stakeholder engagement experience, including the ability to maintain effective relationships and a consultative approach to the design and delivery of monitoring and evaluation initiatives.

How to apply

At The Ministry of Health, we want you to make the most of the opportunities you’ll get to grow your skills and your career, surrounded by authentic, smart people and leaders.

Please review the role description and submit your up-to-date resume (up to 5 pages) and cover letter (1-2 pages), explaining your interest and motivation in applying for this role and highlighting your relevant skills 

For role related queries or questions contact Patricia Correll on Patricia.Correll@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ565913.

If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact Rebecca Chan on rebecca.chan3@health.nsw.gov.au

Closing Date: Wednesday 30 April 2025 (11:59PM)

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Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At the NSW Health we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application or to obtain more information on how to apply please visit The Stepping Up Initiative.

To be eligible for employment in these roles you must be an Australian citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold a valid visa with permission to work in Australia.

Additional information

• This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
• Please note the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.

For more information about working at the NSW Health, please visit our career portal.

Applications Close: Wednesday 30 April 2025 (11:59PM)