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Senior Data Scientist

Senior Data Scientist

  • 563238
  • Canberra / ACT, ACT, Australia, 2601
  • Continuing
  • Closing at: Aug 23 2026 - 23:55 AEST
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Classification: ANU Senior Manager 1 (Administration)
Salary package: $141,637 - $148,403 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Terms: Full-time, Continuing

The Position

Operating under broad strategic guidance, the Senior Data Scientist is responsible for analyzing data to draw insights, patterns, and conclusions that will enable the University to improve its processes or to develop new strategies. The role is required to deliver technical leadership in the development of advanced analytic solutions using statistical models, data visualization, business intelligence, machine learning, and artificial intelligence while ensuring data quality, integrity, and privacy.

The role will also be responsible for building and leading a team of Data Scientist Interns seeking to gain relevant skills and experience in data science that align with their course requirements. These interns will provide computer programming solutions and data management support for various analyses, particularly for the University's data analytics improvement and automation initiatives.

The Person

You are an experienced data scientist with a solid background working in complex organization(s). You bring demonstrated experience in conducting statistical analysis, developing predictive models, data visualization, and AI/machine learning solutions, and communicating findings to non-technical stakeholders.

You have proven people-management skills, with the ability to lead, coach, and mentor data science interns. Your strong analytical and problem-solving skills enable you to make informed decisions and provide trusted advice to senior stakeholders.

You are an excellent communicator, confident engaging with diverse audiences and delivering presentations, and skilled in building collaborative relationships across organisational boundaries. Experience in higher education will be highly regarded.

For further information please contact Irwan Krisna, Associate Director, Academic Performance and Productivity Analytics (APPA) E: Irwan.krisna@anu.edu.au

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to people of all backgrounds and identities.  For more information about staff equity at ANU, click here. For enquiries about the application process, or if you require reasonable adjustment to apply for this role, please contact the hiring manager on the above listed details.

Application information

In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:

  • A statement addressing the selection criteria.
  • A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.

Please note: The preferred candidate must have rights to live and work in Australia and will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment declarations and background checks relevant to the role they have applied for, in accordance with the Background Checking Procedure and the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence.

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