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Data Scientist

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Crawley
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  • 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
  • 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more.
  • 13 weeks long service leave after seven/ten years.
  • Salary packaging options.
  • 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee.
  • 25% off UWA full fee courses, discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
  • Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.
Data Scientist

Job no: 521518
Work type: Full Time
Location: Crawley
Categories: Administration & Executive support, Technical/Laboratory support

  • Lead impactful data science initiatives that improve child and youth wellbeing through advanced statistical and spatial analysis.
  • Deliver innovative geo-spatial visualisations and integrated datasets that support evidence-based decision-making.
  • Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis for 1 year.
  • Base salary range: $134,288 – $142,099 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.
About the area

The Data Scientist position is part of the Australian Child and Youth Wellbeing Atlas project team, operating within the UWA School of Population and Global Health. This project is a ground-breaking initiative designed to create a comprehensive data asset that maps the health and wellbeing metrics of children and young people aged 0 to 24 across Australian communities. By visualising and analysing this data, the project provides valuable insights to inform policy and improve outcomes for young people nationwide.

This project is led by a team based at the UWA School of Population and Global Health, the Wellbeing Atlas project represents a national partnership of researchers, policymakers, philanthropic organisations, clinicians, government, community advocates, and young people.

About the opportunity
  • Lead data preparation and analysis for the Australian Child and Youth Wellbeing Atlas, focusing on cleaning, harmonising, and curating complex datasets to support national insights into youth wellbeing.
  • Utilise GIS and statistical tools (including R) to prepare spatial data, conduct advanced analyses, and develop geo-spatial visualisations that inform policy and practice.
  • Collaborate across sectors with researchers, policymakers, and community stakeholders to ensure data solutions are strategically aligned, technically sound, and effectively communicated.
About you
  • Relevant tertiary qualification in statistics, data science, computer science, or postgraduate qualification in a highly quantitative discipline, or demonstrated equivalent competency.
  • Substantial relevant experience in leading and executing data cleaning, harmonisation, and curation of complex datasets, particularly in the context of administrative and research data sets as well as linked data.
  • Proven expertise in using GIS technology and spatial data analysis techniques for data preparation, analysis, and geo-spatial visualisation.
  • Extensive experience in applying advanced statistical analysis and modelling techniques using R, including spatial analysis methods. Experience with RShiny application development is advantageous.
  • Strong ability to collaborate with project team members, stakeholders, and partners to understand data requirements and provide insights for effective visualisation solutions.
Special Requirements

A current National Police Clearance Certificate will be required by the successful applicant.

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.

Advertised: 17 Oct 2025 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 24 Oct 2025 W. Australia Standard Time


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