Data Scientist

Join the NSW Institute of Sport – where world-class performance and Olympic dreams come to life at Sydney Olympic Park.

About the role

The Data Scientist will develop and deliver data science services to both internal and external client groups by executing high value data science initiatives. A strong focus will be increasing the advanced analytics capability within NSWIS by leading data science projects focused on organisational and athlete performance.

This role will play a significant part in the ongoing execution of an organisation wide road map and best practice approach to data science ensuring NSWIS develops an international reputation as a progressive leader and provides our athletes with access to world class performance environments and services.

This is a full-time position, attracting a salary range of $124,055 to $129,371 plus superannuation.  The contract period for this role is up to 31 December 2028 in line with the Olympic cycle. 

This is an identified position requiring a Working with Children Check.

For further information about the role and the key accountabilities please see the .

About you

You will bring to our team:

• Technical excellence in statistics, machine learning, generative AI, large language models (LLMs), computer vision or computer software engineering
• Experience working with surveillance systems, longitudinal datasets, and/or sensor data particularly related to cloud-based data warehousing and reporting
• Proven capability in project management as evidenced by formal qualifications and/or informal learning
• Ability to work with various data sources, platforms and software and a proven ability to work with R, R Studio, Python, R, MS SQL Server, MongoDB, Snowflake or similar programs.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver analysis using web apps and visualisation tools such as R Shiny, Streamlit, R Shiny Power BI, or similar.
• Demonstrated high level data science skills, including, experience with data wrangling and joining from multiple sources.
• Demonstrated experience applying Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Generative AI techniques to solve business problems, including the development, evaluation and deployment of machine learning and large language model (LLM) solutions, with an understanding of responsible AI, model governance and emerging AI technologies.
• Demonstrated capacity to provide timely, compelling and concise advice to inform executive members, senior management and internal/external client groups to support decision making
• Intermediate/Advanced knowledge of MS Office and other sports specific computer programs; Smartabase or similar Athlete Management System (AMS) is desirable
• Intermediate/Advanced knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases
• Experience using version control (eg. Github)

Essential Requirements

• Fluent programming skills: R or Python, and SQL
• Experience managing and maintaining cloud-based databases
• Intermediate/advanced knowledge of MS Office programs
• Ability to transform data into meaningful information for stakeholders.
• Working with Children Check or be willing to obtain this prior to working with us.

Applying for the role

To apply for this role please submit:

1. A cover letter outlining how you meet the requirements and focus capabilities in the job description for the role (maximum 1 page)
2. An up to date CV outlining experience, qualifications and achievements (please include at least two referees)
3. A response to the pre-screening question in the application (maximum 500 words per question)

If you would like to enquire about the role contact James McBrien at *************@nswis.com.au 

To apply complete your application via the recruitment portal by 23:59 on 30 August 2026.  Only those applications which address the selection criteria and focus capabilities will be considered by the Selection Panel.

Working at NSWIS

The NSW Institute of Sport [NSWIS] is a high performance sporting organisation that supports exceptional athletes and inspires NSW communities.  We reach all regions of NSW with an Olympic and Paralympic training facility based at Sydney Olympic Park and high performance hubs across NSW that provide world leading daily training environments. Our experts work in collaboration with national sporting system partners to deliver high performance support services and environments to prepare athletes and coaches for international competition. 

NSWIS plays an integral part in Australia’s High Performance 2032+ Sport Strategy – Win Well.  We are committed to building an inclusive and sustainable sporting system that is athlete focused, exceptionally led and purposefully collaborative. 

We ensure athlete safeguarding is prioritised and that the integrity of sport is embedded in our organisation.  

This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles that may arise over the next 18 months.

For more information about the NSW Institute of Sport please visit .

NSWIS is committed child safeguarding.. We require all applicants that will work with Children to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment

Commitment to Diversity

The NSW Institute of Sport is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce which reflects our community, sport partners and athletes. We encourage applications from suitable candidates including; of all ages, genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, veterans, refugees, LGBTIQ+ community and people with disability.

The NSW Institute of Sport (NSWIS) recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSWIS recruitment/interview process, then please email and let us know.