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Data Analyst - People and Culture

• People & Culture
• Perth, Western Australia
• Permanent Full Time

Date posted: 2/4/2026

• Competitive remuneration + 17% super contributions
• A variety of salary packaging options available
• Work-life balance options including 1 day per week working from home!

Reference: 1497502

About the Role:

Curtin University is seeking a Data Analyst to join the People Technology and Analytics team within People and Culture. This role plays a key part in delivering workforce insights that support operational decision-making across the University.

Working under broad direction, you will develop and deliver high-quality reporting, dashboards and data insights, and partner with stakeholders to translate workforce data into meaningful information that drives outcomes. 

Your responsibilities will include:

• Deliver accurate, timely workforce reporting, dashboards and data visualisations
• Extract, integrate and analyse data from multiple systems using tools such as SQL and Power BI
• Translate business requirements into reporting and analytical outputs
• Identify trends, patterns and data quality issues, providing actionable insights
• Develop and enhance self-service dashboards to support leaders
• Support data quality, validation and exception reporting processes
• Provide guidance to stakeholders on interpreting and using data
• Contribute to continuous improvement of reporting processes, definitions, and practices 

Who we are looking for/Selection Criteria:

You are a detail-oriented and analytical professional with the ability to turn complex data into clear and actionable insights. You enjoy working with stakeholders and supporting evidence-based decision-making.

To be successful, you will have:

• A degree in a quantitative discipline or equivalent experience
• Experience in data extraction, manipulation and analysis
• Strong skills in SQL and data visualisation tools (e.g. Power BI or similar)
• Advanced Excel capability
• Well-developed analytical, problem-solving and communication skills
• Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
• Experience supporting stakeholders with reporting and data insights

Desirable:

• Experience with HR or workforce data
• Experience in a large or complex organisation, ideally within higher education
• Exposure to tools such as Python or R 

Role Requirements:

1. As this is a continuing (permanent) role, you will require permanent work rights in Australia to be considered
2. Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction 

About Curtin University

Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2025 rankings. We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page - https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-curtin/

What We Offer You:

This Continuous, G06 level role attracts a remuneration of $96,323- $102,185 + 17% superannuation.

Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket. Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more.

For more reasons to work at Curtin, please visit https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/

Join Us!

If this sounds like your next role, please click APPLY NOW ensuring to attach the following documents:

• Up-to-date Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and demonstrating how your background meets the position’s selection criteria (noted above) - no more than two pages 

If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on CurtinCareers@curtin.edu.au or 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1), quoting the reference number. Applications will not be accepted via this email address, and late applications will not be accepted.

Applications close: 9pm (AWST) Sunday, 12th of April 2026

Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.

Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, remove the advert, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time.