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SalaryJoin our Centre for Epidemiology and Evidence at the Ministry of Health for an exciting Temporary Full Time (3-year contract) opportunity and help shape the future of health in New South Wales!
About us
- We offer robust development and growth support to all our employees, ensuring you have the resources and opportunities to thrive in your career.
- Our core values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment are more than just words – they're the guiding principles that shape every aspect of our work.
- Embrace a healthy work-life balance with our flexible/hybrid working hours.
To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.
About this role
The NSW Biostatistics Training Program is a 3-year workplace-based training program which offers a supervised learning experience for people who are committed to a career in biostatistics. Trainee Biostatisticians also complete a Master of Biostatistics degree through the University of Sydney.
Traineeships commence in August 2024. More information on the NSW Biostatistics Training Program is available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/training/botp/
Remuneration: Crown Clerk Grade 7/8, starting salary from $106,025 - $117,363 p.a. (plus superannuation and annual leave loading)
Hours per week: 35
Location: St Leonards
For more information, please read the full Role Description.
Where you'll be working
Trainees undertake supervised work placements in a range of locations within the NSW health system, including the NSW Ministry of Health, NSW Health Services, and NSW Health pillars.
What you'll be doing
Trainees gain experience in biostatistics through supervised work placements in a range of locations within the NSW health system and complete a Master of Biostatistics degree part-time through the University of Sydney. Trainees help build the biostatistical capacity and capability of the NSW health system.
About you
We are seeking motivated and committed individuals with:
- An honours degree majoring in statistics, or an equivalent qualification with a substantial statistics component (for example psychology, mathematics or science)
- An aptitude for advanced mathematical work
- High-level knowledge of statistical concepts and methods
- Extensive experience in the use of statistical software packages
- Evidence of your qualification and right to work in Australia must be included in your application
- A growth mindset, and commitment to continuous learning and personal development
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.
To be considered for an interview, your application must include the following attachments:
- a response to the three targeted questions (no more than 2 pages in total)
- an up to date resume/CV (no more than 5 pages)
- a full academic transcript for your qualification(s) which includes details of units undertaken and grades obtained
- evidence of your right to work in Australia for the duration of the traineeship (e.g. Australian or New Zealand passport or Australian birth certificate, citizenship certificate, or permanent residency visa). You must provide this even if you were born in Australia and/or you are a current NSW Health employee
If your application does not include all of these attachments, you will not be considered for interview.
Target Questions (response to be no more than 2 pages in total)
- Describe your experience of using statistical software packages to manipulate and analyse data sets, including any experience you have of working with health data.
- Provide an example of a project that you have been involved in where you were required to perform a significant amount of data analysis. This could be a project with a large data set, or one where the analysis was complex. Include the project background, your role in the project, how you went about refining the research questions and determining the most appropriate statistical methods. Outline the conclusions from the data analysis in layperson’s terms.
- Provide an example of a challenging stakeholder you have worked with, which required you to consult, negotiate, or adapt your approach to achieve an outcome. Please include the background, reasoning, and outcome.
Answers to most questions about Trainee Biostatistician roles and the NSW Biostatistics Training Program can be found on our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) page at https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/training/botp/Pages/faqs.aspx.
Please review this information first, and if you have a query that is not addressed by our FAQs page please email ***************@health.nsw.gov.au, quoting REQ478342, and a member of our team will respond.
If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact Frankie De Luca on **************@health.nsw.gov.au
Closing Date: Sunday 28 April 2024
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
- This is a temporary role and there may be opportunities for ongoing employment at grade
- 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
Considering the significant risks posed by COVID-19, the Ministry of Health expects all workers to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, and you will be required to show proof of your COVID-19 vaccination status prior to securing this role.
Don't miss your chance to embark on this fulfilling journey! Apply now!
Applications Close: 11:59pm, Sunday 28 April 2024 (AEST)
