Why your role matters

• Exposure to complex analytical challenges that align with university strategy
• $99,338 - $107,513 (depending on exp.)  + 17% super + leave loading
• Full-time (35 hours week), 2-year fixed term contract

The Insights Analyst is responsible for preparing data submissions to external rankings systems, providing data and reporting services on rankings and research funding, and uncovering insights to drive UNSW’s research performance. You’ll provide high-level subject matter expertise, data-driven analysis and modelling, and strategic & operational recommendations to ensure strong outcomes for UNSW. The Insights Analyst reports to the Manager of Research Quality and Rankings (RADAR).

The Organisation

The Division of Research & Enterprise at UNSW is responsible for the strategic research direction and overall research performance of the University, and in particular, maintaining and advancing the University's profile in research and research training. Research Analysis, Data and Reporting (RADAR) is a dedicated unit established to support the goal of continuously improving UNSW’s position as a leading research-intensive university in Australia. It is responsible for reporting on the University’s research activity and performance, its position in various world university rankings, ensuring the University’s strong performance in the ARC’s Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) and Engagement and Impact (EI) exercises, developing, enhancing and maintaining the Division’s research metric tool ‘BORIS’, and providing divisional support for research applications together with business improvement and integration services to ensure all systems are effectively meeting business requirements.

UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isn’t only what we do, it’s how we do it. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter. It’s the reason we’re Australia’s number one university for impact and among the nation’s Top 20 employers. And it’s why we come to campus each day.

Who you are

You can demonstrate your skills and experience in data analysis and reporting using a variety of tools and applications (e.g., Excel, Postgres, SQL, Python), as well as understanding of the Higher Education sector and research administration rankings and reporting requirements.  You’ll also be able to demonstrate your experience building and maintaining professional working relationships; and communication skills (verbal and written).

To Apply:  If developing your data insights skills in a G08 university is of interest to you, please submit your CV and Cover Letter.

Contact: Shiree Thomas
Talent Acquisition Consultant
E: shiree.thomas@unsw.edu.au
T: 02 9065 7058

Applications Close: 11:55pm, Sunday 10^th July 2022

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.