Senior Data Analyst

Selection Criteria 

1. Postgraduate qualifications in data analytics or biostatistics and/or equivalent experience in working in a large complex environment.
2. Substantial experience in statistical or data analytic methods, using R/SAS and Tidyverse, SQL or equivalent statistical packages, applied to the analysis of population health data.
3. Experience handling complex data systems related to health or laboratory contexts.
4. Demonstrated experience in managing a team with ability to delegate effectively to achieve positive outcomes; demonstrated leadership skills with experience in developing the capability of a team, establishing, monitoring and ensuring achievement of clear performance objectives; coaching and advising staff, and fostering a collegial, professional work environment.
5. Strong communications skills, including the ability to liaise with a diverse group of co-workers and others to interpret/deliver the information received or questions asked in a timely and effective manner.
6. Good organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
7. High level oral and written communication skills with demonstrated ability to prepare, review and edit correspondence, briefings, reports, research papers and project proposals, and able to interact effectively with policy officers, management and external stakeholders.

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For role related queries or questions contact Jacob Birdsall on Jacob.Birdsall@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 of a COVID-19 vaccine which has been approved or recognised by the Therapeutics Goods Administration (TGA). Additionally, Category A workers are required to receive a booster dose three months after completing the primary course of COVID-19 vaccinations. New applicants must have completed the vaccination course prior to commencement with NSW Health, or provide an approved medical contraindication certificate (IM011 immunisation medical exemption form) 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: 4 October 2023 (11:59PM)