Data Analytics Officer

• Shape data‑driven decisions across a complex clinical and academic environment.
• Deliver trusted insights that support patient care, student outcomes and regulatory compliance.
• Full-time (1.0 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis for 12 months.
• Base salary range: $104,243 – $115,661 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

The Dental School and the Oral Health Centre of Western Australia (OHCWA) operate within a unique clinical–academic setting, supporting dental education, research, and the delivery of specialist and general oral healthcare to the Western Australian community. Together, they provide care to more than 15,000 patients annually while meeting stringent accreditation, governance and reporting requirements across university, healthcare and government frameworks.

• Lead the development and delivery of integrated analytics, dashboards and reporting across student, clinical and operational systems to support informed decision‑making.
• Provide high‑quality data and insights to meet service contract, accreditation and regulatory reporting obligations within a healthcare and higher education environment.
• Collaborate with clinicians, academics and professional staff to strengthen data governance, improve operational performance and enable self‑service reporting.

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

• A relevant tertiary qualification in data analytics, health informatics, computer science, statistics, or equivalent practical experience.
• Demonstrated experience delivering end‑to‑end data analysis, integration and reporting solutions in a complex organisation, ideally within healthcare or tertiary education.
• Strong technical capability using SQL, relational databases, ETL processes and business intelligence tools such as Power BI or SSRS (experience with Python or R is advantageous).
• Ability to translate complex datasets into clear, actionable insights for clinical, executive and operational stakeholders.
• Highly developed communication, organisation and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at people@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.

Advertised: 20 May 2026 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 17 Jun 2026 W. Australia Standard Time

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