Data Scientist - Predictive ML for Insurance Claims (6-month)

MURAconnect; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

MuraConnect is partnering with an established Queensland Government organisation to identify an experienced Data Scientist to support a multi-year Data & Analytics Uplift Program focused on improving insurance claims management through predictive analytics, machine learning and AI.

This is an initial 6-month contract commencing January 2027, with the opportunity to contribute to a significant program of data and AI capability development.

Qualifications

• Experience applying ML to large, complex datasets with measurable outcomes.
• Strong statistical and predictive modelling capabilities and validation.
• Hands-on Python, SQL and Azure Databricks experience.
• CI/CD for AI/ML deployment and production monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate predictive models using classification, regression, time-series analysis, clustering and anomaly detection.
• Analyse structured data and unstructured claims data to identify patterns, risks and trends.
• Use Python, SQL and Azure Databricks to develop analytical and ML solutions.
• Deliver AI/ML solutions via CI/CD processes and production deployment.
• Monitor model performance, cost, latency and reliability.
• Collaborate with data professionals, claims specialists and stakeholders to translate insights into outcomes.

Skills

Predictive modelling

Machine learning

Python

SQL

NLP / Text analytics

Tools

Azure Databricks

CI/CD

Job description

MuraConnect is partnering with an established Queensland Government organisation to identify an experienced Data Scientist to support a multi-year Data & Analytics Uplift Program focused on improving insurance claims management through predictive analytics, machine learning and AI.

This is an initial 6-month contract commencing January 2027, with the opportunity to contribute to a significant program of data and AI capability development.