Associate Data Scientist

We’re excited to announce that we are recruiting for two Associate Data Scientists

Creative Australia

Creative Australia is the Australian Government’s principal arts investment and advisory body. With artists at the heart of what we do, we invest in creative talent and stimulate the market for Australian stories to be told on a national and international scale, sharing our rich culture with the world. We do this because art and creativity define us, recording what we have been and what we might yet become. As a nation, creativity connects us and benefits us all.

Our Purpose

We champion and invest in arts and creativity for a dynamic, creative Australia.

Workplace Culture

We are proud to have been named an Inclusive Employer for the fourth consecutive time by Diversity Council Australia. This achievement reflects our commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Our people are passionate and dedicated to the delivery of our strategy Creativity Connects Us. We strive to establish and sustain a diverse and inclusive workforce, fostering a culturally safe and supportive environment where everyone can bring their authentic self to work.

Your role

We’re on the lookout for two Associate Data Scientists to enhance Creative Australia’s data and analytics capability by applying data science, machine learning, and AI techniques to real business and policy problems. This role is also open to graduates eager to enter the industry and build their careers in data science.

• Developing and testing data science, machine learning, and AI solutions using Creative Australia’s data platforms, including Databricks and Azure-based services. 

• Working with the Director Business Intelligence and Analytics on exploratory data analysis to identify patterns, trends, and insights that inform decision-making. 

• Contributing to experimentation and proof-of-concept work to assess emerging AI and analytics capabilities that can enhance business performance. 

• Contributing to predictive and advanced analytics use cases under guidance, including model development, validation, and refinement.

• Collaborating with the Senior Business Analyst to understand business questions and help translate them into analytical approaches. 

• Communicating analytical findings, assumptions, and limitations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

What’s included

• 2 positions available for a fixed term of 2 yearsOffice Location: Sydney, hybrid work arrangement (two days’ work from home and three days on site)

• Salary of $89,522 per annum + 15.4% superannuation

• Flexible work arrangements to balance work and life commitments, especially for those new to the workforce

• Paid cultural leave entitlements

• Paid leave between Christmas and New Year

• Mentorship from experienced professionals, including the Director Business Intelligence and Analytics, which can guide graduates in their early career stages.

• Network with peers and leaders across Creative Australia, enhancing professional connections within the industry

• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and platforms such as Databricks and Azure, providing hands-on experience relevant to future career growth

Who you are

• Tertiary qualification in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Software Engineering, and or equivalent experience 

• Strong foundational understanding of data science, machine learning, and AI concepts  

• Proficiency in Python for analysis and modelling 

• Ability to quickly learn new platforms and ways of working in a dynamic environment  

• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders and work well within a team environment 

• Proven experience in effectively prioritising competing tasks and delivering outcomes within tight time frames 

• High attention to detail and the ability to identify inaccuracies in data 

Application information

This opportunity is open for application until 10 March 2026 at 11:59pm

To apply and for further details about the job requirements, please see the full position description at Careers – Creative Australia.

If you need any support or have any questions about submitting your application, please contact Dayo Awode, Director Business Intelligence and Analytics at [email protected] and People and Culture at [email protected].

This is not an Australian Public Service position.

Creative Australia is committed to equity and inclusion and welcomes applications from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, cultural and regional communities, including people with disability.