- Employment Type: Full Time – Max Term contract for 2 years
- Hybrid work arrangements
- Attractive compensation package and employee benefits
- Generous salary packaging benefits
- Additional Leave and Work Life Balance days
About Us:
At Eastern Melbourne Primary Health Network (EMPHN), we are committed to improving the health and wellbeing of our diverse communities across eastern and north-eastern Melbourne. Funded by the Australian Government, we work at the heart of the health system—connecting general practices, hospitals, community organisations, and governments—to design and deliver better, more integrated primary healthcare.
Our work is guided by three strategic priorities:
- Driving equitable access and outcomes for our communities
- Connecting partners and communities to enable integration and system change
- Leveraging data and insights to improve outcomes, demonstrate impact, and drive value
We are a values-driven organisation, embracing Integrity, Courage, and Working Together in everything we do. At EMPHN, you’ll join a purpose-led team focused on collaboration, innovation, and using data to make meaningful change.
About the role:
At Eastern Melbourne Primary Health Network, we work to improve the health and wellbeing of our communities through better access, system integration, and data-driven decisions. We are seeking a Senior Data Scientist to lead complex analyses that support strategic decision-making and service design across our catchment.
In this key role, you’ll use your advanced statistical and epidemiological expertise to deliver high-impact insights that shape clinical programs, improve operational performance, and support innovation across the health system.
What you’ll do:
- Lead the design and delivery of advanced statistical analyses and predictive models using health and administrative datasets
- Translate complex data into actionable insights to support program evaluation, service planning, and system improvement
- Collaborate with internal teams, data engineers, and external stakeholders to ensure the effective use of health data
- Contribute to research, publications, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Mentor others in statistical methods and data science best practice
What you’ll bring:
- Postgraduate qualifications in Data Science, Biostatistics, Statistics, or a related field
- Extensive experience working with health data and applying advanced epidemiological and statistical techniques
- Proficiency in R, Python or similar tools; cloud computing experience desirable
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to communicate technical information clearly
- A passion for using data to create better health outcomes for diverse communities
Why work with us:
- Make a difference by improving community health through evidence-based insights
- Join a forward-thinking and values-driven organisation
- Enjoy flexible working arrangements and generous benefits
- Be part of a collaborative and supportive team culture
How to Apply: Please click “Apply Now” and submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for this roles.
Applications Close: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is appointed.
For more information, contact us via email at recruitment@emphn.org.au
