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• Insights and Analytic Unit | UniSC Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs
• Level 7, $69.95 per hour plus 12% employer superannuation
• Casual appointment

The Opportunity

Data and analytics are central to enabling evidence-based decision-making at the University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC). The Insights & Analytics Unit (IAU) plays a key role in delivering strategic initiatives that strengthen UniSC’s data, analytics, and information capabilities.

Reporting to the Program Manager, Data Analytics, this role provides hands-on support across priority data and analytics initiatives. You’ll work closely with business and technical stakeholders to define requirements, support testing, and enable successful adoption of analytics products.

You will

As a Business Analyst, you will support the delivery of Data & Analytics roadmap initiatives by:

• Eliciting, analysing and documenting business and data requirements;
• Developing user stories, functional specifications and acceptance criteria;
• Coordinating workshops and stakeholder sessions to clarify needs and resolve issues;
• Supporting system testing, integration testing and UAT for dashboards, reports and analytics solutions;
• Producing test cases, user guides and training materials to support adoption;
• Acting as a liaison between business users and technical teams;
• Maintaining high-quality documentation aligned to agreed standards; and
• Providing regular progress updates to the Program Manager.

About You

You are a detail-oriented and collaborative Business Analyst with over four years of experience in data and analytics environments, bringing strong skills in requirements gathering, stakeholder engagement, testing, and delivering high-quality documentation to support data-driven initiatives.

You will possess:

• A relevant degree with 4+ years’ experience (or equivalent) in business analysis;
• Experience in data analytics or information management environments (higher education desirable);
• Strong skills in requirements gathering, documentation and testing;
• Confidence working with diverse stakeholders and facilitating workshops;
• Excellent organisational, communication and problem-solving skills;
• Knowledge of project and program delivery methodologies; and
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 tools (Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, MS Project).

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.

UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.

All applications must be lodged through the Careers at UniSC website.

UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au

Applications for this position close midnight, Sunday 26 April 2026. 

Your completed application must include:

• a resume, noting your application will be reviewed in alignment to the specified Selection Criteria as outlined within the advertisement.

We will be reviewing applications and contacting suitable candidates throughout the duration of this advertisement. We strongly encourage you to submit your interest as soon as possible.

Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team

We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life

Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Lei Zhao
Senior Lead, Data Analytics- Insights and Analytics Unit
Email: lzhao@usc.edu.au 

Discover UniSC

We're all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. We’re not the biggest university. But we’re growing every day, and doing big things. Like ground-breaking research, championing sustainability, producing gold-winning athletes and award-winning alumni.

We're one of the fastest growing universities in Australia, growing to over 2,000 people across 5 campuses in South East Queensland and a growing footprint in major capital cities.

Teaching excellence is at the heart of what we do, and our commitment to sustainability is integrated into our teaching, research, and daily operations. Our research tackles the most pressing challenges of our time, with 13 fields ranked well above world standard in the Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) rankings, demonstrating outstanding performance across key disciplines. At UniSC, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the educational landscape and contribute to shaping the future for generations to come.

We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, encouraging continuous professional development and providing resources to enhance your career. We recognise and value the contributions of each team member to our culture and success. We're not afraid to be different, and we're looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team that is working together to improve our local and global challenges.

Our Culture & Benefits:

• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
• Modern teaching & research facilities.
• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
• We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
• Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
• Salary packing options + 17% Super.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.