The primary focus of this role is to understand drivers of clinical and operational performance and identify potential Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence solutions
Job details Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Administration
Classification AO8
Workplace Location Gold Coast
Job ad reference QLD/GC663670
Closing date 23-Oct-2025
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Fortnightly salary
Total remuneration
Salary Other
Job duration 12 months (with the possibility of extension)
Contact person Brett Loccisano
Contact details (07) 5687 3860
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The Role
An opportunity has become available for a Data Scientist to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 13 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
- Deliver working analytics (including Machine Learning and AI) using a variety of tools and statistical techniques
- Lead data science project and solution delivery
- Conduct research into GCHHS data, systems and processes
- Develop systems for ongoing model performance monitoring
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
- While not mandatory, a relevant degree and/or previous experience would be well regarded
- Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
- Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
Benefits
- Versatile work options
- Career Development
- Salary Packaging
- Modern Facilities
- Diverse Work Culture
- Research Opportunities
- 12.75% super
- 17.5% leave loading
Salary
- Temporary full time (up to 12 months with the possibility of extension)
- Base salary ranging from $150 906 - $159 677 per annum
About Us
Data Operations mission is to build, support and maintain industry leading data assets that enable clinical practice improvement, digital transformation and analytics across Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service.
About Gold Coast Health
- Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
- Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
- More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
- Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
- Prospect to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
- A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
- Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Thursday, 23 October 2025
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC663670
Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.
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