Junior Data Scientist

Interested in joining Australia’s largest public pathology service? Apply now by addressing the following questions:

1. Tertiary qualifications from a relevant discipline such as IT, Mathematics, Engineering, Statistics, Science, or professional experience in business intelligence or data science.
2. Experience in manipulating and transforming data through use of the following tools / languages (or similar): Python, R, SSIS, Spark Pipelines or Azure Data Factory.
3. Experience in modelling and aggregating datasets through use of one or more of the following tools / languages: Power BI, SQL, Python, R, Jupyter Notebooks, SSAS / tabular models.
4. Demonstrated awareness of cloud data and analytics platforms such as Microsoft Azure or AWS.
5. Experience in, or exposure to, data visualisation techniques, including the use of Microsoft Power BI or similar software.
6. Excellent written and oral communication skills and problem solving skills.
7. Ability to effectively document processes, procedures and/or code in a collaborative environment including source control, writing briefs and technical documentation for collaborators including management staff.

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For role related queries or questions contact Justin Lyons on justin.lyons@health.nsw.gov.au

Working Rights 

This position is a permanent position. To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency. Please note: A person who is not an Australian citizen or a permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa.

New to NSW Health Pathology?

The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.

Talent Pool

If the selection panel identifies more than one suitable candidate for the role, an eligibility list will be created for future permanent full time / part time, temporary and casual vacancies.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

NSW Health Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We seek to recruit from diverse applicants and create teams with skills, perspectives and experiences that complement each other at work. We welcome suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, ethnicity, socio-cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.