Full-time, fixed term position for up to 6 months
Base salary will be in the range $117,958 - $132,247+ 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 8)
Based at our St Lucia location
The Business Analyst 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 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:
Lead data migration activities including defining mapping logic, coordinating data cleansing, transformation, validation and testing to ensure high-quality, compliant data outcomes.
Translate business and technical requirements into detailed deliverables such as user stories, data models, integration specifications, transformation rules and system design documentation.
Embed strong data management practices by supporting data quality initiatives, implementing validation checkpoints and contributing to sustainable data governance processes.
Engage stakeholders and support delivery by facilitating workshops, gathering requirements, contributing to solution design and coordinating testing activities including system testing, migration validation and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
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:
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
Affordable parking (from just $6.15 a day)
Salary packaging options
You are an experienced business analyst with strong capability in data and integration analysis within complex enterprise environments. You bring a structured, analytical approach and the ability to collaborate closely with business and technical teams to translate requirements into practical, high-quality solutions. You are comfortable navigating complex systems and data environments, documenting technical specifications and contributing to continuous improvement while ensuring alignment with governance, compliance and delivery standards.
You will demonstrate:
Postgraduate qualifications in Information Technology or a related field, or equivalent professional experience in data-focused business analysis roles.
Strong ability to document technical artefacts such as data mapping specifications, integration documentation and process flows, with a focus on data and integration accuracy.
Demonstrated ability to analyse complex systems and data flows, quickly building understanding to support efficient analysis, mapping and solution identification.
Experience contributing to project planning by presenting solution options, insights and recommendations that support clear understanding and informed decision-making by business stakeholders.
Experience supporting testing activities such as data validation, migration testing and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) to ensure high-quality solution delivery.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including the ability to clearly explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences through workshops, interviews and written documentation.
A proactive and self-motivated approach, with the ability to work autonomously, manage ambiguity and deliver outcomes in dynamic project environments.
Desirable
Experience in the Higher Education Industry.
Experience working in an Agile, Scrum environment.
Experience with integration development technologies such as SOAP and RESTful web services, JavaScript frameworks, XML, JSON.
Python, R, SQL scripting and ETL tools
Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud services; API Management platforms
Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, which may include verification of the right to work in Australia, qualifications, and criminal history checks. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.
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.
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Craig Dickson, Project Manager at craig.dickson@uq.edu.au.
For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
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
Please note if UQ has similar positions, we will consider your application and be in touch accordingly.
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 talent@uq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments.
Applications close Thurs 14 May at 11.00pm AEST (R-63468).