Data Analyst - Education Insights & Analysis

• Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) - ODVCA
• This is a full-time fixed term position through to December 2027 with salary in the range $93,491 - $100,296 (HEW 6), plus a generous super allowance of up to 17%.
• Deliver essential insights that shape senior management decisions supporting UQ's 'Lead through learning' strategy.
• Become a key Data Analyst in the Education Insights & Analysis team, informing the University's strategic response to AI in education.
• Based at our St Lucia campus
  
  

About This Opportunity

We are seeking an analytically driven Data Analyst to contribute to the University's strategic response to AI in education as a part of our Education Insights & Analysis (EIA) team. This role provides essential analyses and insights, directly informing high-level management decision-making and ensuring the continuous improvement of UQ's teaching and learning practices.

Key Responsibilities Will Include

Data Analysis and Insight Generation

• Collect, interpret, and analyse data from existing data sources to provide insightful reports and presentations. You will use analytical techniques to identify trends and opportunities for service delivery improvements across UQ.
  
  

Technical Expertise and Application

• Apply specialised expertise in a range of applications, including SAP Business Objects, Power BI, Excel, and programming languages such as Python and/or R, to deliver data-based solutions for business problems.
  
  

Dashboard and Report Development

• Prepare and maintain dashboards, summary reports, and data visualisations for key stakeholders. This ensures that analytical findings are clearly and effectively communicated to support interpretation and decision-making.
  
  

Data Support and Governance

• Provide essential support to stakeholders in developing new data sets. You will also contribute to regular reporting cycles, reviews, and impact statements for project governance and executive oversight.
  
  

About You

• Degree/qualifications with subsequent experience in data analysis (or equivalent extensive experience). This includes demonstrated ability in compiling and analysing complex data sets, with a working knowledge of data transformation techniques (aggregation, pre-processing, and joining data).
• Demonstrated experience in using programming languages like Python and/or R, and familiar with data tools such as SAP Business Objects, Power BI, and Excel, to apply data analysis, preferably within a higher education context.
• Demonstrated judgement, initiative, and high-level communication skills with the ability to prepare data-driven reports and visualizations suitable for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proven capacity to manage competing priorities, work independently under general direction, and deliver accurate outputs within deadlines. You can effectively resolve data inconsistencies, improve reporting processes, and maintain data quality within established guidelines.
  
  

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment, and may be required to complete background checks including, criminal history and education checks. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Benefits

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave, 17% superannuation contributions, 17.5% annual leave loading.
• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight.
• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family.
• Cheap parking, On campus childcare and Salary packaging options.
  
  

Want to Apply?

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Cover letter addressing the ‘About You’ section
• Resume
  
  

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Mark at [email protected]. For application queries, please contact [email protected] stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

Applications close 2 December 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (Job Reference Number - R-56447). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for 12 December 2025.

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to [email protected] for accessibility support or adjustments.

If you are a current employee (including casual staff and HDR scholars) or hold an unpaid/affiliate appointment, please login to your staff Workday account and visit the internal careers board to apply for this opportunity. Please do NOT apply via the external job board.