Job Description

At UNSW, we take pride in the broad range and high quality of our teaching programs. Our teaching gains strength and currency from our research activities, strong industry links and our international nature; UNSW has strong regional and...

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- Full-time (35 hours week), 12-month fixed term contract
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- Level 8 from $132K plus 17% superannuation (depending on experience)
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- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
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Why this role?

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As the Senior Reporting Analyst, you will play a key role within the Division of Research and Enterprise, delivering high-level analytical, reporting and technical services to support research administration across areas including research and scholarship funding, Higher Degree Research (HDR), grants and contracts, and ethics and compliance. The role provides high-level expertise in data analysis, modelling and reporting, including the analysis and interpretation of complex data, development of robust reporting and analytical solutions, and delivery of actionable insights to support operational, strategic and evidence-based decision-making.

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The Opportunity

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As the Senior Reporting Analyst, you will turn complex research data into powerful insights, smarter decisions and better outcomes for UNSW. In this role, you will lead the development of robust reporting, analytics and data solutions across research publications, funding, HDR, scholarships, grants, contracts, ethics and compliance. Working with stakeholders across UNSW, you will deliver meaningful analysis, modelling and reporting, improve data quality and processes, and use tools such as SQL, Excel and Power BI to support informed decision-making and enhance research outcomes.

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About UNSW:

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UNSW isn't like other places you've worked.



We are a large organisation with a diverse and highly talented community doing extraordinary work. We are driven to be thoughtful, practical and purposeful in all we do, and this collective approach is what gives our work impact. It is also why UNSW is consistently ranked among the world's top 20 universities in the QS World University Rankings and is a proud member of Australia's prestigious Group of Eight. If you're seeking a career where you can thrive, be challenged and contribute to meaningful work, you're in the right place.

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Benefits and Culture:

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UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to benefits including:

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- 17% superannuation and annual leave loading
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- Hybrid/Flexible working arrangements
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- Discounts and entitlements
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Who you are

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- Relevant tertiary qualification with subsequent relevant experience, or equivalent competence gained through a combination of education, training and experience.
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- Demonstrated experience within higher education or a similarly large and complex organisation, with a strong understanding of research administration, research data and associated reporting requirements.
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- Extensive experience in data analysis, modelling, problem-solving and reporting, using a range of tools and technologies such as Excel, PostgreSQL/SQL and Power BI, with demonstrated ability to translate complex stakeholder, business and strategic requirements into effective analytical and reporting solutions.
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- Demonstrated experience in analysing and interpreting complex datasets, identifying trends and insights, and communicating findings and recommendations to support operational and strategic decision-making.
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- Demonstrated experience in project management and coordination, with the ability to plan and manage reporting, analytics or data-related initiatives, coordinate stakeholders and dependencies, and deliver agreed outcomes within competing priorities and deadlines.
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- Excellent organisational and time management skills, with demonstrated ability to respond to changing priorities, manage multiple concurrent activities and competing deadlines, and consistently deliver accurate and high-quality outcomes.
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- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective and team-oriented relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders and communicate complex technical and analytical information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
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Pre-Employment Checks

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As part of our recruitment process candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening, which may include reference checks, qualification verification, right-to-work verification, and criminal history screening where relevant to the role.

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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.

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The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

📌 Senior Reporting Analyst (New South Wales)
🏢 University Of New South Wales
📍 New South Wales