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SalarySalary: PSO Level 7 $128,077 - $136,891 p.a.
Location: East Perth
Unit/Division: Purchasing and System Performance - Information and System Performance
Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time
Position No: Pool Ref 00021185
Closing Date: 2024-03-22 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)
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VCID No. 884167
This is a Recruitment Pool for Fixed Term Full Time appointments with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
We currently have one position available for 18 months with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.
WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.
WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.
Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.
Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 31/05/2025.
Position Profile: The Principal Data Scientist will lead the development and optimization of machine learning and data-driven applications. This role encompasses managing project lifecycles, providing expert guidance in statistical analysis, data manipulation, and machine learning. They will manage stages of the data science and model lifecycle for data science solutions and models deployed and maintained by the data innovation lab.
The Principal Data Scientist will mentor team members, ensuring skill enhancement in data science methodologies. Collaborating with stakeholders, this position translates business requirements into robust data solutions, maintaining model integrity and scalability.
Employee Benefits: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):
- 11% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information
- Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
- Flexible working arrangements
- Flexible leave arrangements
For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Dr Sylvia Young on (08) 6373 1895.
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online ( ).
Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.
