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About this 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. This role will provide you with an exciting opportunity to join the Service Planning Analytics and Insights team where you can influence key areas of planning for the NSW Health system.

We are seeking a high-performing individual to join the Service Planning Analytics and Insights unit. We are a team who collaborate with Local Health Districts, Specialty Health Networks, other Ministry of Health teams and NSW Health entities in relation to statewide service planning, to support the achievement of NSW Health's service planning and reform objectives.

As the Lead Data Scientist you will apply superior data science and statistical modelling techniques, tools and processes to unique health data. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team and be responsible for investigative analytics work, structured statistical model building and the associated data engineering pipeline and platform for key enterprise solutions for NSW Health.

Qualifications in Data Science/Data Analytics, Actuarial Mathematics and Statistics along with previous experience in health data, linked data sets and population health data and analysis would be considered advantageous for this role.

Crown Clerk 11/12, starting salary from $149,739 to $173,174 plus Super and annual leave loading, with a 35-hour work week, work location- 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards

What you'll be doing

• Leading sophisticated data science initiatives and a small team of data scientists you will be establishing algorithms to address business needs relating to health service planning and establishing and maintaining best data science practices.
• Providing expert advice to inform data modelling approaches and lead the coordination and creation of algorithms, managing model risk engagement, identify and adjust algorithmic model as needed to ensure algorithm is up-to-date, reliable, and use the latest methods.
• Interpret output derived from algorithms generated and understand the assumptions and limitations of modelled outputs and presenting outcomes to key stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with Ministry stakeholders as well as biostatisticians, data analysts, health planners and health researchers involved in health service planning, monitoring and evaluating health services and health system innovation.

About you

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

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and / or relevant experience in Data Science, Data Analytics, Actuarial, Mathematics, and Statistics. Demonstrated intellectual curiosity and openness to explore new analytics techniques and data engineering principles and tools is essential.
• Demonstrated experience leading a data science team and generating algorithmic models using a range of analytics methodologies, ideally including predictive modelling (e.g. Dynamic Simulation Modelling, Generalised Linear Model regression, discriminant analysis, or similar) and associated coding skills in SQL, R and/or Python.
• Demonstrated experience conducting and interpreting statistical analyses of population-based health, administrative or other health related data, using a range of analytic tools and methodologies
• Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal and consultation skills, both inter- and intra-agency. This includes demonstrated experience in preparing written reports and presentations for a variety of audiences.
• Consistently demonstrates behaviours that reinforce the CORE Values of our organisation; Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.

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) and demonstrate your ability by attaching a response to the two target questions below.

Use the link below to access our Capability Application tool, designed to help you excel in the recruitment process. Practice your responses with the example questions provided to effectively highlight your achievements and the strategies you used to accomplish them Capability application tool | NSW Public Service Commission

Target Questions (1-2 pages)

Question 1: Describe a project you have been responsible for that involved generating algorithmic models using a range of analytics methodologies, including predictive modelling? How did you determine the modelling approach and assumptions?

Question 2: Provide an example of how predictive modelling of health data might be used to inform the future health needs of the population. Outline the methods and approaches you would take to provide insights and advice from modelled data to inform decision making and what are the key considerations you would include in your advice?

For role related queries or questions contact Helen Rava – Director the Service Planning Analytics and Insights - h***@*************** and quote REQ657064.

If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact Khloe Yang on s***@***************

Closing Date: 11:59PM, Tuesday 26/05/2026

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion

At the Ministry of 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, or a New Zealand citizen, 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.

For more information on applying visit the Ministry of Health Career portal

Please note the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.

Don't miss your chance to embark on this fulfilling journey! Apply now!

Applications Close: 11:59PM, Tuesday 26/05/2026