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Are you an experienced and adaptable Business Analyst looking to broaden your impact The Digital Technology Solutions (DTS) team at the University of Newcastle is seeking multiple Business Analysts to support a diverse range of projects and delivery streams across the University.

The role

We are recruiting for several Business Analyst positions to work across a variety of initiatives and delivery streams within DTS. These roles offer the opportunity to contribute to complex meaningful initiatives and services that enhance the experience of students staff and the broader University community. As a Business Analyst you will play a critical role in bridging the gap between business needs and digital solutions supporting the full lifecycle of business and system improvement initiativesfrom discovery and requirements definition through to solution design testing implementation and post-delivery optimisation.

You will work closely with stakeholders end-users and delivery teams to analyse requirements optimise processes and contribute to the successful delivery of user-centred solutions in a dynamic higher education environment.

What youll do:

• Engage with stakeholders through workshops interviews and consultations to understand business needs and document clear fit-for-purpose requirements
• Translate business requirements into functional and non-functional specifications that guide solution design and delivery
• Collaborate with technical and delivery teams to design and validate solutions aligned with enterprise standards and organisational objectives
• Analyse current processes and systems identify gaps and recommend improvements that deliver measurable business value
• Support solution testing activities including test case development and user acceptance testing coordination
• Contribute to project planning estimation scheduling and governance activities
• Maintain high-quality documentation such as process maps user stories system specifications and change artefacts
• Support implementation and post-go-live activities including issue resolution benefits realisation and continuous improvement
• Build strong relationships across business and technical teams to ensure shared understanding and effective communication

These full-time positions are fixed term for up to 2 years andlocatedonsite at Callaghan Campus.

About you

• You are a proactive and consultative Business Analyst who enjoys working across varied initiatives and stakeholder groups. You bring:
• Proven experience in business analysis within digital systems or process improvement environments
• Strong stakeholder engagement and facilitation skills with the ability to translate complex needs into clear outcomes
• Experience working within project or delivery frameworks including agile hybrid or waterfall methodologies
• A user-centred mindset with a focus on improving experience and service outcomes
• Strong analytical documentation and communication skills
• The ability to adapt quickly and work effectively across multiple projects and priorities
• Experience in higher education large complex organisations or regulated environments will be highly regarded but is not essential.

About our University

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence equity engagement and sustainability the University of Newcastles Looking Ahead Strategic Plan 2020-2025 outlines the Universitys commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities.

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What we offer

In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader we offer a range of benefits to our employees to ensure you balance your commitments stay healthy and work effectively.

These include:

• Attractive remuneration package and excellent employment conditions in line with University of Newcastle professional staff conditions.
• Flexible working arrangements (in line with the Universitys Flexible Work Policy
• 17% super and salary packaging
• Additional University Holiday days generous personal leave and parental leave annual leave loading and additional purchased leave scheme
• Discounts in private health insurance gym memberships software travel and more
• Wellbeing programs

If you are a Business Analyst looking to broaden your experience work on meaningful initiatives and make a tangible difference we encourage you to apply

Your next steps

Please visit here for a guide on how to apply for a role.

If viewing this on a job board other than the Universitys please click Apply to reach the Universitys website where a copy of the Position Description can be accessed. Please download a copy before commencing your application.

Your application must include:

• Your resume
• A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for this opportunity
• A statement addressing the Essential Criteria listed in the job description demonstrating your qualifications and experience with examples.

To ensure that your application receives full consideration its important to structure and address the selection criteria outlined in the application process. This helps us better understand your experience and suitability for the role. We appreciate your attention to this matter and look forward to reviewing your application.

Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document.

Your Cover Letter and Response to the Essential Criteria should not exceed 4 pages (approximately 2000 words).

Applications for this position will only be accepted from those with Australian residency or a valid work permit. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

For specific position enquiries please contact name Vinod Mudundi (02)or via email

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Closing date:Tuesday 27th January 2026 11:59pm AEST

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