Lead Biostatistician
Lead Biostatistician (ID: REQ669632)
Employment Type: Health Manager Level 4 – Full-time, Permanent
Remuneration: $147,653.00 - $175,917.00 per annum, plus 12% superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Additional Benefits: Generous Flexible Working practices, access to Fitness Passport, Novated car leasing arrangement, and Salary sacrificing to Superannuation.
Location: 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards
Applications Close: 11:59 PM, Thursday 18 June 2026
The Cancer Institute NSW is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply!
Where you’ll be working
The Cancer Institute NSW is the NSW Government’s cancer control agency, established to lessen the impact of cancer across the state.
Working at the Cancer Institute NSW means joining a team of committed and dedicated staff who are proud to be a part of the Institute’s purpose of overseeing and accelerating the effectiveness of cancer control in NSW.
The Cancer Institute is a collaborative working environment that encourages diversity and inclusion in how we work and the way we work together. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply. Greater consideration will be given to suitable applicants, in order to improve access to employment and career opportunities (GSE Rule 26).
For your application to be considered
To submit your application, please provide:
- Your resume (maximum five pages)
- A cover letter addressing the essential requirements, as outlined in the role description
About the Opportunity
The role will lead the development and implementation of biostatistical analyses of cancer data, to support the multiple programs of work undertaken by the Cancer Institute NSW from both internal and external data providers.
The multiple programs of work will support the achievement of key strategic objectives relating to the NSW Cancer Plan.
Essential Requirements
- Experience in leading a team within the health sector, to provide analytical and epidemiological support for multiple programs of work.
- Experience in communicating epidemiological concepts and results effectively to peers and non-technical stakeholders.
- Knowledge of health care systems, indicator development and the principles underlying health service information systems applicable to cancer control.
- Strong computing and analytical skills using R.
- Appropriate tertiary qualifications in epidemiology, public health, statistics, biostatistics or health information.
Need more information?
- The Cancer Institute NSW assesses candidates in line with the NSW Public Sector Capability Framework, which describes the capabilities and behaviours required for roles across the NSW public sector. The specific capabilities for this role are outlined in the Position Description.
Learn more: https://www.nsw.gov.au/nsw-government/public-sector-capability-framework - Find out more about applying for this position
- Learn more about Cancer Institute NSW
Additional Information
- Applicants will be assessed against the essential criteria in the Position Description.
- NSW Health is committed to accessibility and may provide adjustments to the recruitment and interview process as needed, including physical adjustments, interview setup, or scheduling needs.
- This is a permanent position and requires full working rights in Australia (e.g. Australian citizenship/ permanent resident). If you currently hold a temporary visa that allows you to live and work in Australia, you may be eligible for employment opportunities in line with the conditions of your visa.
Contact People
Please contact the Hiring Manager, Richard Walton on richard.walton@health.nsw.gov.au if you have any questions about this role.
For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to an Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact HSNSW-AboriginalCareers@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
If interview adjustments are required, please contact HSNSW-PillarsPC@health.nsw.gov.au at the time the interview invitation is issued, or as soon as reasonably possible. Requests for adjustments will be considered in line with NSW Health requirements.
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