Epidemiologist - Health Innovation Technology

Description:

We have an exciting, fixed term temporary flexible full-time opportunity for you to join our System Policy Branch based in Brisbane CBD! The Epidemiologist – Health Technology Innovation will be responsible for the development and implementation of innovative processes and frameworks to advance new and emerging health technologies within the Queensland Health system. Leveraging a strong epidemiological foundation, the role requires a deep understanding of the planning, evaluation, and delivery of innovative health technologies in a complex healthcare environment.

Job details

Position status Fixed Term Temporary Position type Flexible full-time Occupational group Health - Health Service Support Classification HP5 Workplace Location Brisbane Inner City Job ad reference QLD/CPSS621613 Closing date 05-Mar-2025 Fortnightly salary $5557.50 - $5798.90 Job duration 12 months Contact person Karl Hansford Contact details 0428 084 696
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The role

This position works collaboratively within the multidisciplinary Research and Technology Assessment team to assess, analyse, and communicate health and clinical data, ensuring evidence-based decision-making aligns with both national and state priorities to advance health innovation across the state.

Key responsibilities

• Analyse and interpret the clinical and medical scientific literature on emerging health technologies, working with a core Research and Technology Assessment Team with strengths in health economics, biostatistics and horizon scanning.
• Identify and embed best practice methodologies for health technology assessment activities, including systematic evidence evaluation, formulation of research questions, and assessment of clinical and health data.
• Apply traditional statistical and data science methods to design, collect, and analyse health data from clinical studies and real-world evidence projects. Synthesise and present insights through qualitative and quantitative data reports tailored to diverse stakeholders.

The successful person

You will have demonstrated:

• Experience and skills consistent with health technology assessment and horizon scanning methodologies, e.g., epidemiological studies, systematic reviews, and critical appraisal of evidence.
• High level computer literacy and advanced proficiency in statistical analysis, data modelling, and visualisation using tools like R, SPSS, or Python.
• Ability to understand data modelling and analytics concepts to burden of disease and patient demographics for health principles and research findings for policy design, health program implementation and evaluation.
• Strong communication skills to present complex findings, write reports, and engage effectively with internal and external health sector stakeholders.

Excellent project management skills, with a demonstrated ability to plan and manage the delivery of numerous competing priorities.

About us

The Department of Health is responsible for the overall management of the public health system in Queensland. We are an organisation that strongly believes in the need to work with people who value the goals of our organisation and who will thrive in our workplace. Working at the Department of Health is about making a difference.

Clinical Planning & Service Strategy (CPSS) is responsible for delivering clinical service strategy and planning, workforce strategy and planning and leadership, mental health strategy and planning and precision medicine and research functions to improve health services available to the Queensland community, optimise health gains, reduce inequalities, and maximise the efficiency, Hospital and Health Services. clinical networks, key healthcare service providers, research and academic organisations and other divisions.

Benefits

• A fast-paced, challenging and supportive environment
• Competitive salary + generous superannuation and leave loading
• Flexible working arrangements
• Diverse work culture
• Career training and development

How to apply

To apply for this opportunity:

• Please submit your resume (including the details of two referees), and
• A cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your skills and experience relevant for this role.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity .

Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies which may include an alternative employment basis (temporary; full time or part time).