Data Analyst

October 20, 2026

Hybrid

Middle

London

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Fixed-term contract

Description

UCL is seeking a Data Analyst to join the Planning, Insight and Improvement team within Research and Innovation Services in London. The postholder will analyse complex datasets, identify trends and translate findings into meaningful insights that support planning, performance monitoring and service delivery. The role covers extracting and validating data from multiple systems, developing dashboards and management information reports, and improving data quality and governance with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Extract, transform and validate data from multiple systems
Develop and maintaining dashboards and management information reports
Analyse performance across research funding, contracts, compliance and financial activities
Analyse complex datasets, identify trends and opportunities for improvement
Translate findings into meaningful insights that support planning, performance monitoring and service delivery
Work with stakeholders to understand reporting requirements
Improve data quality and governance
Develop effective approaches to data visualisation and reporting
Contribute to the Data and Insight Community of Practice, sharing knowledge and supporting analytical capability across the institution

Requirements

Degree or equivalent professional experience, ideally with a strong mathematical or statistical component
Knowledge of data management and processing using SQL, Snowflake, SAS or equivalent technologies
Experience of designing and developing dashboards, reporting tools and performance metrics
Knowledge of R or Python for analytics, natural language processing and data quality
Proficiency in data visualisation and management information tools such as Power BI, Tableau or similar
Strong analytical skills including statistical methods, exploratory data analysis and data validation
Ability to communicate complex information clearly to a range of audiences
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills are essential
Collaborative approach to working with colleagues across different teams and disciplines
Experience of working with complex datasets and translating data into clear, actionable insights
Experience within higher education or research support environments would be advantageous
Project management skills and an understanding of how data can inform service improvements

Conditions

Full-time working pattern with hybrid working in London
Fixed-term contract type
41 days holiday including 27 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays and 6 closure days
Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme
Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
On-site nursery and on-site gym
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
Employee assistance programme staff support service
Discounted medical insurance