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Senior Executive, Data Analytics (1-year contract)

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Job Description

We are looking for a driven and detail-oriented Senior Executive to join our Strategic Data Insights Unit. In this role, you will be a key partner to NUSMed business units — designing and delivering data dashboards, supporting the migration and enhancement of our Faculty Data Warehouse, and championing data governance across the School. Your work will directly enable strategic and operational decision-making at one of Asia's foremost medical institutions.

Responsibilities:

  • Data Analytics & Visualisation: Partner with stakeholders across the School to conceptualise, design, and maintain data visualisation tools — including dashboards and reports — that track core business metrics and performance indicators. You will continuously optimise processes to eliminate redundancies and improve efficiency.
  • Project Management – Faculty Data Warehouse: Collaborate with vendors, developers, and NUS IT to manage the successful migration of the NUSMed Faculty Data Warehouse to Microsoft Fabric, from requirements gathering and scoping through to procurement, implementation, and ongoing operational support.
  • Data Quality Management: Work with business units to identify and implement data quality improvements, process enhancements, and standardised documentation such as the Education/OfS Data Dictionary.
  • Data Governance: Partner with NUS IT to keep NUSMed staff informed of data governance policies, and maintain the Data Steward/Manager registry to uphold strong governance standards.
  • Technology Adoption: Stay current with emerging technologies and tools in collaboration with NUS central teams, and pursue annual upskilling and training in relevant skillsets.

Qualifications

  • A Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, Systems Management, Statistics, or a related field.
  • Minimum 3–5 years of relevant work experience, with a background in data analytics, business intelligence, or a related discipline. Experience in an academic or healthcare setting is an advantage.
  • Expertise in designing and developing dashboards and data visualisations, preferably using Power BI
  • Strong ability to gather business requirements and translate them into actionable analytics
  • Experience with business intelligence platforms and relational databases
  • Familiarity with MS Fabric, SQL, and SQL Server is preferred
  • Knowledge of data engineering concepts (data modelling, data pipelines, ETL/Reverse ETL) is advantageous
  • Exposure to AI/ML applications in analytics (e.g. predictive modelling, AI-driven forecasting) is a plus
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across diverse internal and external stakeholders
  • Meticulous, self-driven, and able to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines

Job details

Title
Senior Executive, Data Analytics (1-year contract)
Employer
National University of Singapore
Location
Kent Ridge Campus
Published
Aug 11, 2026
Closes:
Oct 10, 2026
Job type
Contractor, Staff / Administration
Field
Institutional Research and Planning

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Frequently Asked Questions

🎓What qualifications are required for this Senior Executive Data Analytics role?

You need a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or a closely related field. Additionally, the job asks for 3–5 years of relevant work experience in data analytics, business intelligence, or a similar discipline. Experience in an academic or healthcare setting is a strong advantage. For more academic staff roles, browse Administration jobs on our site.

⏳Is this a contract or permanent position?

The role is a 1-year contract appointment. At the end of the term, renewal may be possible depending on performance and unit needs. Contract positions are common in higher education for project-based work; see more contract and fixed-term opportunities on our platform.

💻What technical tools and platforms will I work with?

You will primarily use Power BI to design and maintain data dashboards and reports. Familiarity with SQL, SQL Server, and relational databases is essential. Experience with Microsoft Fabric is preferred, as the team is migrating the Faculty Data Warehouse to this platform. Knowledge of data engineering concepts (data modelling, ETL pipelines) and exposure to AI/ML applications will give you an edge. Explore data analytics jobs in higher education to see similar tech stacks.

🏛️What does the Strategic Data Insights Unit do at NUS?

The unit partners with NUSMed business units to deliver data-driven insights for strategic and operational decisions. Key responsibilities include data dashboard development, data warehouse migration (to MS Fabric), data quality improvement, and championing data governance across the School. You will also stay updated on emerging technologies through annual upskilling. Learn more about administrative analytics roles in our job board.

📝How can I make my application stand out for this NUS job?

Highlight your hands‑on Power BI projects, SQL query skills, and any experience with MS Fabric or cloud data platforms. Demonstrate your ability to translate business requirements into actionable dashboards. If you have worked in an academic or healthcare environment, mention it prominently. Use our free resume template and free cover letter template to structure your application effectively. Also review our career advice for interview tips.
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