Continuing Full Time Appointment
Professional Employee Level 7/8 - $93,475 – $118,578 pa
Plus 17% superannuation and 6 weeks annual leave
Casuarina Campus

Provide Project Management for market research and data analysis within CDU.

About the Position
As the Data and Research Analyst, you will be responsible for project-managing a range of market research and data analysis projects as guided by the Manager – Market Insights and Institutional Research. Specifically, this role will provide insights about the drivers of opportunities for development and emerging risks relating to the student experience, engagement, success, and outcomes. The position is responsible for producing reports and insights about University performance in this area. This position will work closely with stakeholders across the University to identify, validate and measure the effectiveness of student experience, engagement, success, and outcome initiatives.

About You
To be successful, you will require:

• Tertiary qualification in statistics, market research, marketing, business or similar with extensive relevant experience in an analytical, market research, or institutional research or an equivalent combination of relevant experience, education /training.
• Ability to perform and complete all tasks with thoroughness, accuracy, and focus. Demonstration of organisational skills allowing timely tasks completions and updates and efficient learning process.
• Proven ability to analyse large sets of data from multiple drivers and unrelated sources and experience in the development and application of analytical business tools.
• Proven experience in data visualisation techniques, including the use of visualisation tools such as Tableau and/or PowerBI; along with a demonstrated ability to communicate complex and technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Advanced interpersonal skills to build effective relationships with colleagues across the University; and at all levels influence, negotiate and facilitate the delivery of successful product offerings.
  Additional Key Selection Criteria at Level 8
• Experience in the design and execution of primary market or institutional research, and proven ability to engage stakeholders in the utilisation of the resulting insights.
• Advanced communication skills and the ability to provide engaging advice and effectively translate and present complex concepts and information.

To view the full position description please click the apply link to be directed to the vacancy on our CDU job site and then click on job attachments.

This position is subject to Charles Darwin University Affirmative Action Priority Recruitment measures, in accordance with s57 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1992 (NT) 1992. First Nations applicants are strongly encouraged to apply & will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For information on Affirmative Action Priority Recruitment at CDU and how to apply, please visit https://www.cdu.edu.au/careers-cdu/affirmative-action-priority-recruitment

Remuneration
Appointment to this role will be at Professional Employee Level 7 – 8. The base salary will be in the range of $93,475 - $118,578 per annum. The total remuneration package will be in the range of $109,365 - $138,736 per annum, including 17% superannuation.

What’s in it for you?

• An employer who values your contribution to building a bigger, better and stronger University
• Work with a University committed to changing people’s lives for the better through training, education and research
• Opportunities for professional development, paid study and career progression
• An enviable lifestyle in the spectacular Northern Territory
• 17% superannuation
• Up to six weeks of paid annual leave
• Up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave (primary care giver), in addition to government payments (eligibility criteria apply)
• Recognition of prior service with another Australian university / NT Government for Long Service Leave (recognition applied to qualifying period only)
• Ability to negotiate transfer of leave entitlements under the Public Employment (Mobility) Act 1989
• Free on-campus parking in designated areas
• Employee Assistance Program
• Salary Packaging opportunities

How to Apply
All applications must be received online via the ‘apply’ button and should include your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in the role and relevant skills and experience.

For a confidential discussion about the position please contact Ilse Hogendorf on 08 8946 7017 or email [email protected]

Adjustments can be made throughout the application and selection process, as well as during employment to support applicants and employees with disability. CDU’s Workplace Adjustment Policy and Procedure can be found at https://policies.cdu.edu.au/view-current.php?id=191&version=1. If you would like to discuss adjustments, please contact the People Services Team on 08 8946 6284 or email [email protected].

Diversity and Inclusion
At CDU we actively celebrate our diversity. We innovate, embrace new ideas, and act with courage and kindness. We’re about what we can give to the world rather than what we take, and we believe in the transformative power of education. We work hard to make sure every member of our University community feels they truly belong. Understanding that it is through our focus on our people and leveraging our differences that will make CDU the most connected University in Australia, we are striving to ensure that our culture and our community are inclusive of all our staff, students, and visitors. We are committed to maintaining a culture where everyone feels respected, safe, encouraged to speak up and supported in achieving their professional goals. Applications from First Nations people, women at all levels, culturally and racially marginalised people, people with disability, neurotypical and neuro-diverse people, LGBTQIA+ people, people with family and caring responsibilities and people at all stages of their careers are welcomed.

You make CDU. And we want you to be exactly who you are.

Applications Close: Friday 13th June 2025