Data Analyst

Role type: Full-time; Fixed term (12 months) 
Department: ESG - Data Operations & Analytics 
Salary: UOM 7 - $111,275 - $120,453 p.a. plus 17% super 

• Shape University-wide decision making / own a stakeholder portfolio as a trusted advisor / leverage AWS and Power BI 

• Apply now to shape data-driven decisions across the University and build trusted stakeholder partnerships. 

• Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.  
   

The University of Melbourne  
We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website. 

Your next career opportunity: 
In this Data Analyst role, you will turn complex University data into clear, actionable insights. 
You will partner with faculties and functions to understand their needs and guide evidence-based decision making. 

What you will deliver: 

• Engage with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into data sets, visualisations and insight-driven reports. 

• Analyse data to test hypotheses, synthesise findings and provide clear, reliable recommendations and commentary on trends. 

• Define scope, estimate effort and document functional requirements and methodologies to ensure transparency and reusability. 

• Use AWS, Power BI and Excel to investigate data, build effective visualisations and scalable reporting solutions. 

• Uplift stakeholder capability in using data and identify recurring needs that could benefit from enterprise solutions. 
   

You may be a great fit if you: 

• Bring experience partnering with senior stakeholders to deliver valuable information, insights and decisions. 

• Demonstrate skill in gathering and documenting user requirements and applying sound data management practices. 

• Apply analytical techniques to solve business problems and present compelling, insight-rich narratives to stakeholders. 

• Use AWS, Power BI, Excel and PowerPoint confidently to create data products and visualisations. 

• Hold relevant education, training or equivalent experience aligned to data analysis, reporting and visualisation. 

• Show strong curiosity about stakeholder roles and motivation to support their success through evidence-based advice. 
   

What we offer you!  
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:  

• Build future financial security with 17% superannuation 

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being  

• Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning 

• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave 

• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company  

• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program  
   

For more information check out our benefits page!  

Your new team: 
You will join the Enterprise Services Group within the Chief Operating Officer Portfolio, supporting transformation and efficiency. 
The Data Operations and Analytics team delivers end-to-end enterprise data, turning business needs into trusted information and insights. 
You will collaborate across functions, contribute to impactful reporting solutions and help embed data-informed decision-making University-wide. 

Be Yourself  
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb. 

We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process. 

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants  
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.  
    
Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at korin-korin@unimelb.edu.au 

Application essentials: 

• Visit "apply with us" to learn more about the process, including tips and FAQs. 

• You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role 

• A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.  

• Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process.  
   

Want to know more? 

• For queries related to this specific position, contact Annie Truong at 
  annie.truong@unimelb.edu.au  

• For questions related to our recruitment process email Alessandro Storani at alessandro.storani@unimelb.edu.au  

• For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').  
   

today, and join a community that’s shaping the future. 

Applications close: ​Sunday 27 September 2026 -11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.  

Position Description:  PD_JR-017924 Data Analyst.pdf
PD_JR-017924 Data Analyst.docx