Trainee Biostatistician - 3-Year NSW Health Program

Ministry of Health; St Leonards; On-site; AUD 117,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

The NSW Ministry of Health, Centre for Epidemiology and Evidence, invites applications for a three-year, full-time Trainee Biostatistician program. Trainees will gain hands-on biostatistical experience across the NSW health system and pursue a fully funded Master of Biostatistics at the University of Sydney, part-time.

Start date is 9 February 2027, with ongoing development and opportunities through NSW Health. This role supports public health impact and career growth within the department.

Qualifications

• Eligibility for admission to the Master of Biostatistics at the University of Sydney.
• An aptitude for advanced mathematical work demonstrated through study or work experience.
• Extensive experience using statistical software packages.

Responsibilities

• Complete supervised work placements within the NSW health system.
• Complete a fully funded Master of Biostatistics degree part-time through the University of Sydney.
• Traineeships commence on 9 February 2027.

Skills

Advanced mathematical skills

Data analysis experience

Aptitude for mathematics

Education

Bachelor's degree (statistics, mathematics, science, psychology, medicine, economics or health sciences)

Tools

Statistical software

Job description

The NSW Ministry of Health, Centre for Epidemiology and Evidence, invites applications for a three-year, full-time Trainee Biostatistician program. Trainees will gain hands-on biostatistical experience across the NSW health system and pursue a fully funded Master of Biostatistics at the University of Sydney, part-time.

Start date is 9 February 2027, with ongoing development and opportunities through NSW Health. This role supports public health impact and career growth within the department.