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What this job is
A data scientist develops and implements machine learning models and statistical analyses to extract insights from large datasets and inform business decisions in Australian organisations. They combine programming, mathematics, and domain knowledge to design experiments, build predictive models, and communicate findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders. The role typically operates within technology, finance, healthcare, or government sectors where data-driven decision-making is critical.
Pay
A$2,072 a week
This is the median for full-time employees who are not managers and are paid at the adult rate, before tax and salary sacrifice. It is a guide to what the work pays, not a wage rate.
Source: ABS Survey of Employee Earnings and Hours, May 2025, customised report.
What this role asks for
- Attention to Detailcore
- Data Entry and Accuracycore
- Data Entry and Verificationcore
- Digital Literacycore
- Microsoft Excel Data Managementcore
- Power BI Reporting and Dashboardscore
- Problem Solvingcore
- Process Improvement Identificationcore
- Quality Assurance and Checkingcore
- Report Writingcore
- Reporting and Analyticscore
- Research and Analysiscore
- Stakeholder Communicationcore
- Written Communicationcore
- Active Listening
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Continuous Learning and Upskilling
- Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive)
- Process Documentation
- Risk Identification
- Team Collaboration
- Time Management and Prioritisation
- Verbal Communication