Research Intelligence & Systems Development Officer (AD08)

Requirements for the job:

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Master’s in mathematics and Statistics, Data Science or cognate field with demonstrable proficiency in quantitative analysis • Demonstrated at least 1 year of experience in business analysis, data analytics, reporting, or business intelligence. • Experience with research information systems or data platforms (e.g., InCites, SciVal, Power BI, Tableau, SQL, or equivalent). • Demonstrated capability in Power BI (data modelling, DAX, publishing, governance) and delivering decision-ready dashboards and reports. • Experience in higher education, research management, or the academic research ecosystem. • Strong technical skills, including data extraction, analysis, and visualisation. • Excellent communication skills, including the ability to translate complex data into clear insights for diverse stakeholders (technical and non-technical). • Experience in systems development, testing, and integration of workflow automation, or digital transformation projects.

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Provide basic and advanced analytics relating to research, staff, student, and financial data to facilitate research management excellence at the University. • Integrate, design, implement and monitor ICT-based research management systems to facilitate research excellence at the University. • Engage with stakeholder groups to understand their information requirements and develop, research intelligence and system development processes, and resources to meet their needs.

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Contribute to the design, development, and process improvement of research management-related digital systems, workflows, and tools. • Work with Research Office units, Business Intelligence, Marketing, Wits ICT, the Library, and Faculties to streamline end-to-end research management processes (e.g. ethics, grants, publications reporting, postgraduate progress tracking). • Support data governance, system integration, and the adoption of new digital platforms to modernise research administration. • Troubleshoot system-related issues, document processes, and ensure continuous user-driven improvement. • Analyse research productivity, impact, collaboration patterns, and benchmarking data using systems such as Scopus, Web of Science, SciVal, InCites, and internal databases. • Produce high-quality research management intelligence reports to support strategic planning, decision-making, and performance monitoring. • Develop dashboards, indicators, and visualisations that enhance insight into research trends and performance. • Assist with institutional reporting (DHET, NRF, Council, Senate, SET), research audits, and compliance requirements. • Contribute to special projects related to research management intelligence, postgraduate systems, and innovation in research management. • Engage stakeholders across faculties and support units to promote a data-driven culture.

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To apply:

Submit a detailed CV with names, addresses (preferably email addresses) and contact details of 3 referees, certified copies of degrees and diplomas, and covering letter.

External applicants are invited to apply, by registering your profile on the Wits i-recruitment platform located at https://irec.wits.ac.za and submitting your application. Internal employees are invited to apply directly on Oracle by following the path: iWits /Self Service application/”Apply for a Job”

Closing date: 14 October 2026

Please note that applications must be done through iRecruitment only. No hardcopies or emails should be submitted. Please submit a covering letter, detailed CV with names and contact details (including email addresses) of three referees and certified copies of degrees/diplomas with your application.

The University is committed to employment equity. Preference may be given to appointable applicants from the underrepresented designated groups in terms of the relevant employment equity plans and policies of the University. The University retains the right not to make an appointment and to verify all information provided by candidates.

Please note that correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted candidates. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment or to re-advertise.

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