Biostatistician

Selection Criteria 

1. Relevant health analytics/biostatistical experience with appropriate tertiary qualifications.
2. Sound knowledge of health-related data collections and a good understanding of the NSW and Australian Health Systems is preferred.
3. Demonstrated experience using statistical analysis software packages, preferably R and SAS. Experience in SQL would be an advantage.
4. Strong communications skills, including the ability to liaise with a diverse group of co-workers and others and to interpret/deliver the information received or questions asked in a timely and effective manner.
5. The ability to take initiative, to work independently and ask clarifying questions.
6. Good organisational skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities.
7. Extensive experience creating presentations, graphs, reports and diagrammatic representations of concepts for a variety of work situations (e.g. MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or similar).
8. Experience would be advantageous in conducting and interpreting statistical analyses of population- based health administrative and other health related data, including linked datasets, using a range of analytic tools and methodologies, to describe and compare the performance of health systems.

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For role related queries or questions contact Flynn Hill on Flynn.Hill@health.nsw.gov.au.

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.

COVID-19 Vaccination Compliancy 
All NSW Health workers are required to have completed a primary course (2 doses) of a Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) approved or recognised COVID-19 vaccine (except for the Janssen COVID-19 vaccine which is approved by the TGA as a single dose primary course). New applicants must have completed the vaccination course prior to commencement with NSW Health, or provide an Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) Immunisation History Statement certifying the worker cannot have any approved COVID-19 vaccines available in NSW.

Acceptable proof of vaccination is the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) Immunisation History Statement or AIR COVID-19 Digital Certificate. Booster doses are highly recommended for all health care workers who have completed the primary course of COVID-19 vaccinations.

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: 26 February 2024 (11:59PM)