• Formulates mathematical models to simulate processes; applies models to experimental observations, and adjusts and recasts the models; uses numerical analysis methods to develop algorithms and perform computations; liaises with management and clients to determine the subject or area to be surveyed or examined; specifies the data to be collected, and the methodology to be used in collection and analysis; evaluates and describes the reliability and utility of source information; analyses and interprets data, and produces relevant statistics to describe and infer particular trends and patterns.

• Works indoors in offices and laboratories.

• Outdoor work or travel is unlikely.

• Works in adequately lit, heated, ventilated and clean, well maintained offices.

• Sedentary physical demand.

• Frequently sits in offices or at meetings.

• Occasionally stands and walks around the office and wider workspace in the process of collecting data.

• Lifting, carrying or pulling is not a significant component of the job.

• Bending, squatting or crouching is not a significant component of the job.

• Stretching, twisting, climbing is not a significant component of the job.

• Constant to frequent repetitive hand and finger movements are required through the use of calculators, computers and writing.

• Driving is not a significant component of the job.

• Mental skills necessary include a high level of cognitive functioning with analytical, computing, report writing, communication, interpersonal, planning, organisational, problem solving, critical thinking and decision-making capabilities.

• A relevant tertiary qualification or at least five years applicable experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 1). In some instances particular experience and/or on-the-job training may be required.