Analytics Specialist

Analytics Specialist – Advanced Analytics, Planning and Enterprise Data team within the Strategy Portfolio.

We're looking for an Analytics Specialist to join our team. In this pivotal role, you will turn complex data into clear, actionable insights that shape decisions and enhance the staff and student experience. You will work closely with stakeholders across the University to solve real-world challenges using advanced analytics and data visualisation. Your technical expertise and storytelling skills will help bring data to life – making it accessible, governed and impactful.

Key responsibilities

• Design and deliver sustainable analytics solutions using SQL and Python
• Translate data into insights and guide stakeholders in data‑informed decision‑making
• Build strong partnerships to apply analytics and machine learning for meaningful impact

About you

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Pre‑employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon completion of all required pre‑employment or background checks satisfactory to the University. Ongoing employment is conditional upon satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. The University may take any necessary step, including termination, if you do not meet these conditions.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. Please note that applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered.

For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact Kristy Fairweather, Recruitment Operations by email at kristy.fairweather@sydney.edu.au.

Applications Close – Sunday 16 November 2025 11 : 59 PM

Seniority level : Mid‑Senior level

Employment type : Full‑time

Job function : Analyst, Consulting, and Strategy / Planning – Industries : Higher Education

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