Data Analyst – Assessment & Project Support

Job Description:

• Medical School – University of Queensland
• Full-time, fixed-term position through to December 2027
• Base salary will be in the range $104,616 - $113,920 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 7)
• Based at our Herston Campus

About This Opportunity

Join a purpose-driven team shaping the future of medical education at UQ. As a Data Analyst – Assessment & Project Support, you will design and implement fit-for-purpose databases (e.g. excel and PowerBI), workflows, and procedures to ensure the accuracy, accessibility, and consistency of assessment data. A key focus of this role will be building capability within the team by documenting processes and upskilling staff to confidently manage and sustain these systems and procedures in an ongoing capacity.

This is an opportunity to apply your analytical expertise in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment where your work has real impact on student outcomes and the future of healthcare education.

Key responsibilities will include, but not limited to:

• Leverage SAP Business Objects, Power BI, and Excel to collate, analyse, and deliver high-quality assessment data, dashboards, and reports for decision-making.
• Develop clear, user-friendly documentation for assessment systems, workflows, and procedures to support consistent practice.
• Generate actionable insights by identifying trends, anomalies, and risks, and presenting clear recommendations to improve service delivery and student assessment outcomes.
• Develop and optimise data processes, including dataset creation, cleaning, modelling, and live reporting, to support robust and reliable assessment intelligence.
• Contribute to psychometric reporting and project delivery by supporting stakeholders, preparing summaries for committees, and assisting with planning and documentation.

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.

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:

• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave/paid primary care leave
• 17% superannuation contributions + 17.5% annual leave loading
• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times.
• 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
• Career development opportunities –access to exclusive internal-only vacancies and our Study for Staff program
• Salary packaging options

About You

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline, or equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Experience in data analysis, reporting, and visualisation, including development and maintenance of Power BI dashboards.
• Proactive problem-solver with the ability to anticipate requirements, identify risks, and implement solutions.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and stakeholder engagement skills, with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience with SAP Business Objects, Power BI, and Excel; knowledge of assessment measurement principles, LMS/exam platforms, and curriculum or accreditation requirement would be desirable.

Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, which may include verification of the right to work in Australia and criminal history checks. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Manager, MD Curriculum & Assessment, Janine Kerber at j.kerber@uq.edu.au.

For application enquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

Want to Apply?

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:

• Resume
• A cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the 'About You' section

Our strength 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, particularly from Australia’s First Nations Peoples. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au.

Other Information

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.

Applications close 19th April at 11.00pm AEST (R-62872). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for Tuesday, 28 April.

Posted: 09/04/2026