Artificial Intelligence Officer

• Women’s and Children’s Health Network, Research, Innovation and Digital Health, North Adelaide 5006
• Salary – ASO7, $108,109.00 - $116,864.00 + 12% Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Full Time, Ongoing/Permanent

• Access to salary packaging benefits of up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (e.g. mortgage, rent, utilities, groceries), plus an additional $2,650 each FBT year for meal entertainment expenses.
• Access to Fitness Passport (workplace health and fitness program that gives you and your family access to a wide choice of gyms and pools across South Australia.)
• Free public transport to and from the Women’s and Children’s Hospital for SA Health metropolitan hospital staff (excludes network community sites).
• Support for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program.
• Relocation financial support may be negotiated, subject to eligibility. Click here for details and contact the enquires person for further information.

Supports WCHN’s Artificial Intelligence strategy by guiding the development, governance and ethical use of AI technologies. The Artificial Intelligence Officer builds organisational capability, drives innovation, and partners across teams to integrate AI solutions that enhance efficiency and patient centred care.

• ASO7 - Artificial Intelligence Officer - Role Description - 930713.pdf
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• Applicant Documents Checklist

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time.  Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role. Want further information on applying and winning this role, go to our SA Health Careers Site for the Australian Applicant Guide or if you are an international applicant, check out the International Application Guide.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

• →Provide leadership and direction on AI and to continue to grow WCHN’s AI maturity building capability and capacity.
• →Lead the execution of the organisation's AI strategy in alignment with overall business objectives.
• →Contribute to the roadmap for AI implementation and prioritise projects based on value, feasibility, and resource availability.
• →Provide leadership in the maintenance of a robust AI governance framework.
• →Ensuring AI practices comply with relevant regulations and standards.

• Tertiary qualifications in Computer science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Engineering or a related field.
• Experience in Digital Health, machine learning, or data science roles.
• Strong understanding of AI ethics, data privacy, and governance standards.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing AI strategies and policies.
• Ability to plan, lead, implement, manage, and evaluate goals, objectives and strategies.

AI Director and Deputy Research Officer

Melissa.McCradden@sa.gov.au

8161 9978

Advertised: 13 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time
Applications close: 27 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

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