About Us

The Australian Epilepsy Project (AEP) is a national-scale research program funded by the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) Frontiers Initiative and is made possible through the combined support of The Florey and other institutions. Our mission is to transform epilepsy care through world-leading diagnostics and accelerate the next wave of health innovation using big data, machine learning, and entrepreneurship. You can learn more about the AEP in this short video.

About The Role

We are seeking a motivated Junior Data Scientist to join our growing technology and AI team. This role offers an exceptional opportunity to work with large-scale, multimodal healthcare datasets and contribute to machine learning solutions that have a direct impact on patient outcomes and epilepsy research.

If you're passionate about data science, machine learning, and applying emerging technologies to real-world healthcare challenges, we'd love to hear from you. This is an opportunity to shape the future of epilepsy care through data science and AI.

Working alongside the AEP Technology & AI Lead and multidisciplinary research teams, you will assist in developing, testing, and deploying machine learning models that support clinical decision-making and research outcomes. You will work with diverse datasets including:

Medical imaging data
Clinical records
Cognitive assessment data
Genetic information
Research and participant datasets

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career data scientist looking to build experience across the complete machine learning lifecycle within a highly collaborative healthcare environment.

What You'll Do

Collaborate with researchers, clinicians, and stream leads to identify machine learning opportunities.
Prepare, clean, transform, and analyse complex datasets.
Develop and evaluate machine learning models and analytical pipelines.
Design and execute experiments to validate data science hypotheses.
Support deployment and integration of data science solutions into the AEP platform.
Monitor, maintain, and improve production machine learning models.
Establish feedback mechanisms to measure model performance and usage.
Contribute to documentation, quality processes, and regulatory readiness activities.
Promote data science best practices across the organisation.

About You

You are a curious and driven data scientist who enjoys solving complex problems and working in multidisciplinary teams.

Essential

Tertiary qualification in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related discipline.
Experience applying machine learning and statistical methods to real-world problems.
Strong Python programming skills.
Understanding of modern machine learning techniques and workflows.
Experience working with complex datasets.
Familiarity with cloud-based computing environments.
Experience using Git or similar version control systems.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Desirable

Experience in healthcare, biomedical research, or medical technology.
Knowledge of epilepsy or neuroscience research.
Experience with SQL and/or R.
Understanding of Agile development methodologies.
Exposure to regulated environments, quality management systems, or Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) frameworks.

How to Apply

If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with a Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience and your Resume. Please note that you are not required to respond to the criteria in the Position Description.

Applications close Monday 2 August 2026

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

The preferred applicant for this job will be asked to consent to a police check.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a purpose-driven team making a tangible impact.
Work in a collaborative environment that values innovation and inclusivity.
Collaborate with leading researchers, clinicians, and innovators

Working at the Florey:

The Australian Epilepsy Project is made possible through the combined support of The Florey and other institutions. With a 50-year history, the Florey is the largest brain research centre in the Southern Hemisphere, with teams of researchers dedicated to building knowledge on a range of neurological and psychiatric conditions. Learn more about our Research Impact.

Our reputation for innovative research and our position as the leading brain research institute in the Southern Hemisphere attracts the best and brightest. Connected by our shared mission to improve lives through brain and mental health research, The Florey provides a dynamic and inspiring workplace where you can develop your career.

We have a deep commitment to diversity and creating an inclusive workplace culture where our people can excel and thrive and support our exceptional people to make a positive impact on the local and global research community. Learn more about working at the Florey here.

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