About this exciting opportunity

As an experienced Data Scientist in our Data Analytics and AI group, you will apply your advanced expertise in AI, machine learning, and statistics to enhance data analytics and AI applications across AIMS. You will work collaboratively with researchers from different disciplines across AIMS and with industry partners, providing consultancies and support. You will also contribute to the development of multiple platforms and products, such as ReefCloud and ReefScan, and lead internal capability development and innovation in data analytics and AI. You will also lead internal consultancies and capability development initiatives, and ensure the scalability, robustness, and security of data science implementations.

About you

Experienced in AI and Machine Learning in your previous roles, you will bring with you a wealth of expertise in developing and deploying AI and Machine Learning techniques (CNNs, Transformers, Reinforcement Learning) and statistical models (including Bayesian-based and other empirical models), coupled with an advanced degree/post grad qualifications in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field. You’ll be fluent in programming using languages such as Python, R, Java, and have a strong publication track-record. 

You will be experienced leading advancements in AI and data science solutions, innovating new methodologies, and experienced establishing best practices for AI. This will be reflected in your proven publication track-record. With highly developed communication skills you will be able to support a range of stakeholders and clients, familiar partnering to drive research impact. Experience applying and developing data science/AI techniques for marine or environmental research application or products would be highly desirable, as would experience applying data science/AI operations research, robotics and autonomous systems.

Apply now and join a world leading organisation with attractive working conditions.  In line with our Enterprise Agreement, the successful candidate will be rewarded with:

• AIMS AOF Level 6 salary ($136,089 to $153,351 per annum) plus 15.4% superannuation 

• Full-time, Permanent opportunity

• Located in Townsville (Qld), Perth (WA) or Darwin (NT)

• 9-day fortnight 

• Flexible Work Arrangements considered (including tele-working where possible)

• Generous leave provisions 

• Commuter car arrangements to site (in Townsville only)

• Optional Fitness passport

• Relocation assistance available

Please note:

Non-Australian Citizens must hold an appropriate Visa with working entitlements that allows paid employment with AIMS from commencement and for the term of the appointment, depending on the relevant Department of Home Affairs current policies. AIMS may be able to consider sponsorship for international applicants for this role, however, please note that visa processing times can impact the ability for AIMS to consider sponsorship for vacancies. AIMS must meet the requirements of the Department of Home Affairs immigration policies and processes, including the necessity to test the local labour market for suitable applicants. This includes international talent pool members who are Australian visa holders who have relevant working rights.

Next step:

Further information about this exciting and challenging opportunity is outlined in the Candidate Information Pack which is available to download below. If, after reviewing the position description, which is included in the Candidate Information Pack, you believe that your qualifications, experience and professional capabilities will enable you to successfully the deliver the position responsibilities, we would be very interested in hearing from you.

Below you will also find a link to our Recruitment Application Guide which details the necessity to submit your statements addressing your suitability against the selection criteria within the scope of the position description.

Submitting your application:

Please ensure that you have your completed documents (selection criteria responses, resume and cover letter) ready to attach to your online application form via our e-recruitment system which can be accessed via the "apply now" button below.

Position enquiries can be directed to Kamran Shafi, Manager, Data Analytics and AI at k.shafi@aims.gov.au. Applications must be made through our website per above. 

Closing date: MONDAY, 12 AUGUST 2024 (midnight, AEST).