Research Reporting and Rankings Analyst

• Deliver research performance data analysis and reporting
• High-impact analytics role with senior stakeholder engagement
• Coordinate global rankings data submissions and performance insights

The role

• Full Time Continuing
• Level 7 - $101421 to $110819 p.a. (plus 17% superannuation)
• Albury-Wodonga Bathurst Dubbo Orange Port Macquarie Wagga Wagga

As Research Reporting and Rankings Analyst you will play a key role in delivering high-quality research performance reporting and leading the Universitys participation in global rankings including Times Higher Education and QS World University Rankings. The role combines strong analytical capability and the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders.

Working across the university you will deliver research performance reporting and insights and coordinate rankings-related data collection validation analysis and submissions. You will provide authoritative advice on rankings methodologies and performance trends to inform strategic planning and executive decision-making. This role works closely with senior stakeholders and contributes to research visibility reputation and performance.

About you

You are a data-driven professional who thrives in complex collaborative environments and brings:

• Experience in a university or research-focused setting
• Strong analytical capability and confidence working with datasets
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative proactive approach
• Knowledge of global university rankings and research reporting
• The ability to translate data into clear actionable insights

About us

We are a university of the land and people of our regions. True to the character of regional Australia we have gumption we have soul and we collaborate with others. We develop holistic far-sighted people who help their communities grow and flourish.

The Wiradjuri phraseyindyamarra winhanganhameans the wisdom of respectfully knowing how to live well in a world worth living in. This phrase represents who we are at Charles Sturt University our ethos. It comes from traditional Indigenous Australian knowledge but it also speaks to the mission of universities to develop and spread wisdom to make the world a better place.

Harnessing technology we thrive as a distributed yet connected community welcoming and engaging with people across Australia and the world.

Learn more about research at Charles Sturt University here.

Visit our website to learn about our great range of employee benefits.

Charles Sturt University is committed to building a diverse workforce as shown through our Athena Swan Bronze Award our Australian Workplace Equality Index Bronze Award and our membership of a range of diversity focused organisations including Diversity Council Australia and Pride in Diversity. We encourage applications from First Nations people carers people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds people with disability neurodivergent people and people of all age groups genders and sexualities for all roles.

To apply

Click the Apply button and complete your application online submit a statement of suitability demonstrating your skills knowledge and/or experience relevant to the position (up to 2 pages) and upload your CV. If you experience difficulties applying online or for further information on completing the application process please visit our how to apply page or contact us.

This position is open to Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents; or applicants who hold a current valid work visa commensurate with this position.

Further information

Additional information is available in the position description or by contacting:

Recruitment specific enquiries: Rebecca Dwyer Talent Acquisition Consultant

Job specific enquiries: Office of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor Research (Performance and Governance)

Closing Date: 11pm 3 May 2026