Academic Data Analyst

Location: Melbourne, Victoria, au

Company Description

Turn academic data into insights that improve student outcomes.

Acknowledge Education is entering an exciting new chapter. With a refreshed leadership team and a renewed focus on innovation, growth, and student success, we are building on our 139-year legacy to shape the future of higher education and VET in Australia. 

We deliver programs across health & community services, social work, engineering design & construction, hospitality, and the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE), with campuses in Melbourne, Sydney, Perth, Brisbane, and Adelaide. Each year we support more than 8,000 students to achieve their goals. 

Now, under new leadership, we are strengthening our academic vision, deepening industry connections, and investing in our people. If you’re looking to make an impact in an organisation with momentum, this is the right time to join us. 

Job Description

AE, part of UP Education, is seeking an Academic Data Analyst to turn academic and student data into insights that support decision making across our higher education programmes.

Reporting to the Provost, you will analyse student progression, academic outcomes, and enrolment trends to inform academic governance, planning, and quality assurance.

You will produce reports and dashboards on key indicators such as retention, progression, completion rates, and grade distribution. Your analysis will support governance bodies including Academic Board and Course Advisory Committees and help leaders identify trends and potential risks.

You will also contribute to enrolment forecasting and predictive modelling, helping AE plan course delivery, staffing requirements, and future programme growth.

Key responsibilities include:

• Analysing student progression, attrition, and completion trends
• Producing reports on academic outcomes and grade distributions
• Identifying trends and risk indicators affecting student success
• Developing enrolment forecasts and predictive models
• Supporting staffing and resource planning through data insights
• Creating dashboards and reports for academic governance and leadership
• Ensuring data accuracy, integrity, and compliance with institutional requirements

Qualifications

You are a strong analytical thinker who enjoys turning complex data into practical insights. You are comfortable translating analysis into clear reporting that supports academic and executive decision making.

You will also bring:

• Advanced Excel skills including modelling and complex analysis
• Experience working with SQL and BI tools such as Power BI or Tableau
• Strong statistical and quantitative analysis capability
• Experience building dashboards and presenting insights to stakeholders
• Excellent attention to detail and strong data governance practices

At AE you will work closely with academic leaders and contribute to improving quality and performance across our higher education programmes.

Additional Information

Why join AE 

Now is the perfect time to join Acknowledge Education. With a refreshed leadership team and a renewed focus on innovation and growth, we’re building something special — and you can be part of it. 

• Opportunities to grow within the organisation 
• $1,500 annual professional development allowance 
• Incredibly committed and supportive team of student-centric professionals 
• Health insurance discounts through Bupa 
• Be part of a fast-moving, agile private provider where decisions turn into action quickly 
• Acknowledge Education is part of UP Education group – a leading education provider: https://www.up.education/

Questions about your identity help us appreciate the diversity of individuals looking to work with us, ensuring we’re attracting applications from people with identities and perspectives that are as diverse as our students. 

We are an equal opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to equity, we work to ensure a fair and consistent interview process. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to an inclusive work environment.