Data Science Analyst

Medibank Private Limited; Australia; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Medibank Private Limited is seeking a Data Science Analyst to join the Payment Integrity Analytics team in Australia. You will analyze healthcare claims data to identify risk, fraud, and trends, and develop analytics solutions that support payment integrity initiatives.

The role involves creating reports and dashboards, partnering with stakeholders, and continuously improving detection capabilities through new data sources and techniques.

Qualifications

• Degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science or related discipline.
• Experience in analytics, data science, or similar analytical role.

Responsibilities

• Analyse large healthcare claims datasets to identify risk, fraud and trends.
• Develop analytical solutions supporting payment integrity initiatives.
• Create reports and dashboards to enable data-driven decisions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business challenges and deliver insights.
• Evaluate new tools and data sources to improve detection capabilities.

Skills

SQL

Python

R

SAS

Education

Data Science / Statistics / Mathematics / Computer Science degree

Tools

Tableau

Job description

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It’s a strange thing to say, because us humans are capable of incredible things. And at Medibank, we know our greatest potential lies in the people who work with us.

We strive to make real, fundamental change, driven by a simple purpose: to create the best health and wellbeing for all of Australia.

At Medibank, we're committed to creating better health outcomes for our customers and communities. We're looking for a curious and commercially minded Data Science Analystto join our Payment Integrity Analytics team, helping identify fraud, error and improper payments across our healthcare ecosystem. Using data, analytics and problem-solving skills, you'll uncover insights that drive smarter decisions, strengthen controls and support the delivery of affordable healthcare.

What you'll be doing

Analyse large and complex healthcare claims datasets to identify risk, fraud, error and emerging trends.

Develop and enhance analytical solutions that support payment integrity initiatives.

Create reports, dashboards and automated processes that enable data-driven decision-making.

Conduct risk profiling of members and providers, identifying unusual patterns and opportunities for intervention.

Support end-to-end analytics projects, from problem definition and hypothesis testing through to implementation and monitoring.

Partner closely with Payment Integrity, Strategy and Analytics stakeholders to understand business challenges and deliver actionable insights.

Evaluate new tools, techniques and data sources to continuously improve detection capabilities.

About you

You'll combine strong technical capability with a natural curiosity and a passion for solving business problems through data.

You'll bring:

A degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science or a related discipline.

Experience in analytics, data science, consulting or a similar analytical role.

Strong skills in SQL, Python, R, SAS and/or Tableau.

Experience working with large datasets and ensuring data quality and integrity.

Confidence translating complex analysis into clear recommendations for stakeholders.

A collaborative approach and the ability to build strong relationships across teams.

Structured problem-solving skills with a focus on delivering practical business outcomes.

Why Medibank?

At Medibank, we know diverse perspectives drive better outcomes. Join a collaborative team where curiosity and continuous improvement are valued, and your insights will help improve the affordability and sustainability of healthcare for Australians.

With flexible ways of working, career growth opportunities and meaningful work, you'll have the chance to make a real impact through data.

Applications close Friday, 11th of September

Imagine working with us

We understand that work means different things to everyone... We know happy, healthy people make great teams, and great teams put more heart into each customer and patient interaction. And that ’ s why we ’ re reinventing work.

Imagine a workplace that helps you and your family thrive. Where connection, personal development and health and wellbeing are front of mind. To learn more about our benefits go to https://careers.medibank.com.au/culture/rewards-benefits/

For you, work should help you Live Better. It should bring you fulfillment and joy. And with Medibank, it could.

Inclusion and Accessibility

We believe in everyone's potential and strive to make Medibank inclusive for all because different perspectives make us better. We encourage applications from everyone, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, neurodivergent candidates, LGBTQIA+ community including transgender and gender diverse candidates and candidates with a disability.

Medibank proudly recognised as Best Enterprise Organisation, 2026 AFR BOSS Best Places to Work

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