• Information Technology Services (ITS)
• Full-time, fixed term position for up to 12 months (with possible extensions)
• Base salary will be in the range $113,377 - $127,112 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 8)
• Based at our St Lucia location

About This Opportunity

The Senior Business Analyst (Data) plays a key role in shaping data-driven solutions across the University by leading the identification, definition, and translation of complex business requirements into actionable system designs. Operating at a senior level, this role requires a confident and autonomous professional who can manage broad-scope projects and engage effectively with senior stakeholders. Collaborating closely with internal and external partners-including business stakeholders, solution architects, project managers, and technical teams-the Senior Business Analyst ensures the successful delivery and ongoing support of data-centric applications. This opportunity offers the chance to influence strategic decision-making, improve business efficiency, and lead initiatives that drive innovation in data processes and technology solutions University-wide.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Business and Data AnalysisAnalyse complex business processes, operational needs, and data challenges to identify opportunities for improvement. Translate business requirements into detailed data and system specifications, including process flows, wireframes, and data models.
• Solution Design and Quality AssuranceCollaborate with solution teams to design, enhance, and implement IT and data solutions that support business efficiency. Lead testing, data migration planning, and compliance activities to ensure high-quality solution delivery.
• Stakeholder Engagement and FacilitationAct as a senior liaison between technical teams and business stakeholders. Facilitate workshops, gather requirements, present solutions, and influence design decisions by effectively communicating technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Strategic Data Management and Insight DeliveryOversee data integration, reporting, and visualisation processes. Ensure data quality, develop predictive models, and provide data-driven insights to support strategic decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave
• 17% superannuation contributions
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight
• Health and wellness discounts - fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
• UQ Study for Staff
• Affordable parking (from just $6.15 a day)
• Salary packaging options

About You

• Postgraduate qualifications in IT or a related field (or equivalent experience), with extensive demonstrated experience in business analysis and stakeholder engagement.
• Proven ability to work directly with senior leaders, facilitate effective workshops and interviews, and communicate complex ideas clearly across a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Strong skills in SQL, data visualisation tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI), and programming languages such as Python or R, with experience in data analysis and solution design.
• Exceptional ability to analyse and model complex business processes, identify innovative solutions, and conceptualise and implement new initiatives.
• Experience designing solutions in transformational projects, with expertise in process mapping (as-is/to-be), requirements documentation, and using industry-standard techniques such as BPMN, wireframes, use cases, and user stories.
• Strong grasp of project management concepts, methodologies (Agile and Waterfall), and experience working in dynamic project environments with competing priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate emerging technologies and recommend best practices, with an understanding of business process digitisation, data migration (including Salesforce), and workflow automation platforms.
• Highly self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to work autonomously, navigate ambiguity, prioritise workloads effectively, and drive projects forward independently.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check, etc.

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Tanul Sharma at [email protected]. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected], stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

Want to Apply?

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the 'About You' section
• Resume

Other Information

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don't meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to [email protected] for accessibility support or adjustments.

Applications close Wednesday April 30 at 11.00pm AEST (R-50561).

Applications will be reviewed as received. Candidates may be interviewed prior to the job closing date. We encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible. The University of Queensland reserves the right to close this application process early.