Lead Epidemiologist (525959) (Casual)

As part of a multi-disciplinary team, the Lead Epidemiologist will provide surge capacity during outbreaks and public health emergencies by:

• Leading epidemiological investigations, risk assessments, data collection, analysis, interpretation and situational reporting.

• Developing and enhancing case management and contact tracing tools, and supporting the integration, management and quality assurance of data from multiple sources to inform timely public health action.

• Supporting business-as-usual communicable disease surveillance and epidemiology activities during periods of increased demand to maintain critical public health response and operational functions.

• Demonstrated wide experience in providing epidemiological support services, with advanced skills in conducting investigations and interpretating and evaluating data.

• Demonstrated experience in utilising statistical software packages (such as R and Stata) with the ability to extract information to produce quality reports.

• Proven ability to critically analyse and collate information, utilising professional judgement in the identification and resolution of problems, together with proven high level administrative, organisational and time management skills.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

$131,122 to $138,984 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Union Wages Agreement 2025.

• Please note that access to salaries beyond $135,445 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme

In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:

• Professional Development Allowance of up to $1200 per annum, paid on a fortnightly, pro rata basis.

• Professional development and accelerated pathways.

• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.

• Fitness Passport - You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

• Satisfactory completion of an *appropriate course of study from a recognised tertiary institution.

*appropriate course of study - Postgraduate qualification in epidemiology or biostatistics or a postgraduate qualification in Public Health.

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Experience in notifiable disease surveillance and reporting.

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

Statement of Duties:

525172, 501049, 525959 Lead Epidemiologist HP04 (Oct 2026).docx

Application Guide:

• Applicant Guide.docx