AURIN Data Scientist
Core
Apply data science expertise to power better decisions about Australia's cities and regions by turning complex geospatial datasets into trusted, reusable analytical assets.
Role type
Data Scientist (Urban Data Science)
Builds
Trusted, reusable analytical assets and data-driven initiatives for national research infrastructure.
Domain
Urban planning, geospatial analysis, and national research infrastructure.
Deliverable
production ML models | dashboards & analysis
Required skills
statistical and geospatial data processing, Python/R/SQL scripting, GIS tools, FAIR data principles, version control, CI/CD practices, cloud/containerized environments
Preferred skills
experience supporting research initiatives in academic/government/industry settings, knowledge of open-source data management platforms
Responsibilities
Conduct data exploration, processing, validation and analysis; Develop and maintain scripts, tools and notebooks for data processing, spatial analysis, modelling and visualisation; Contribute to reproducible, modular, versioned analytical workflows; Collaborate within cross-functional squads to deliver data-driven initiatives; Produce clear documentation, handover materials and knowledge artefacts
Seniority
Mid-level, independent contributor