Test Analyst

• Salary: $111,643-$121,045 per annum (HEW 7) plus 17% superannuation and annual leave loading

• Full-time, Fixed Term Contract Until 31st December 2026 | Hybrid Working

• Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde

Are you passionate about ensuring technology works seamlessly to improve patient care? Macquarie University's MQ Health IT team is seeking a skilled Test Analyst to play a critical role in delivering high-quality digital health solutions. This is your opportunity to contribute to the transformation of healthcare IT within one of Australia's most forward-thinking academic health institutions.

In this role, you'll work at the intersection of technology and healthcare, collaborating with developers, business analysts, and clinical teams to ensure that new systems and processes meet the highest standards of quality, compliance, and operational efficiency. You'll be joining a team that is driving the 2025–2029 Digital Health Vision which is an ambitious strategy to create a seamless, personalised patient health journey and position Macquarie as the leading academic healthcare institution.

If you thrive in fast-paced environments, have a sharp eye for detail, and are motivated by the impact your work can have on real patient outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

Reporting to the Program Manager (IT Projects), you will be responsible for end-to-end testing activities across a range of healthcare IT solutions. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Collaborating closely with MQ Health IT teams, developers, business analysts, and clinical teams to understand business requirements, develop comprehensive test plans, and ensure thorough testing coverage.

• Designing, reviewing, and executing test cases and scripts based on established test plans, ensuring software and system quality and alignment with business needs.

• Performing functional, non-functional, integration, and user acceptance testing across various healthcare IT solutions to ensure compliance, operational efficiency, and high-quality standards for patient care.

• Proactively identifying, documenting, and reporting defects using designated tools including clear steps to reproduce issues and collaborating with developers and stakeholders to drive timely resolution and retesting.

• Adapting testing approaches in response to evolving project needs, new technologies, or unexpected challenges to ensure project outcomes are delivered within agreed timelines.

• Documenting and tracking test results, participating in project meetings, and communicating findings including risks and recommendations for improvement to diverse stakeholders with varying levels of technical understanding.

• Contributing to the continuous improvement of testing processes and methodologies and staying current with emerging tools and technologies in the healthcare IT space.

About Us

Macquarie University Information Technology (MQ IT) embraces the University's mission to be bold, distinctive, progressive, and transformational. MQ IT is a trusted business partner with an ethos of service and a strong collaborative partnership approach to transformation across the University. Within the MQ Health IT team, you'll contribute directly to a digital health strategy that is building the core foundations for a connected, patient-centred healthcare experience over the next five years.

About You

You are a detail-oriented and adaptable testing professional who brings both technical rigour and excellent communication skills to every project. You're comfortable working with clinical and non-technical stakeholders, and you're energised by the opportunity to ensure healthcare technology delivers real impact.

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, and/or equivalent experience.

• 2–3 years of experience in software testing, preferably in healthcare or a regulated environment.

• Demonstrated knowledge and application of testing methodologies, techniques, and tools, including experience with test case design, execution, and documentation.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a demonstrated ability to identify, analyse, and resolve complex issues in a timely manner.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal), with the ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with diverse team members, clients, and stakeholders.

• Flexibility in adapting to changing business needs in a busy, fast-paced environment.

• Demonstrated ability to adopt new technologies and testing approaches to drive continuous improvement in the testing process.

• Familiarity with healthcare IT systems and data standards (e.g., HL7, FHIR) (Desirable)

How to Apply

To be considered, please apply online with your CV and a cover letter outlining how your experience aligns with the selection criteria (above).

Applications Close: Applications will close on 27th February, kindly please note we reserve the right to progress or decline an application prior to the application closing date.

Why Join Us?

Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Since our foundation over 60 years ago, we have aspired to be a different type of university. Over the years, we have grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community. Connect with us today.

We rank amongst the top employers in the Australian Workplace Employers Index, having recently earned a five-star rating in the QS World Rankings with the highest rating for employability. Take a look at the fabulous staff benefits on offer when you work at Macquarie University.

• Flexible, hybrid work arrangements

• 17% Superannuation

• Subsidised onsite parking options

• Extensive training and professional development programs

• Onsite childcare facilities to support working parents

• Onsite vacation care during school holidays

• Discounted health insurance

• Subsidised membership at our Sport & Aquatic Centre

• Access to an Employee Assistance Program for free and confidential support

• Convenient onsite GP, imaging, and physiotherapy clinics

Pre-Employment Checks

Macquarie University cultivates a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity. Prior to completion of an offer of employment, preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for.

Your employment is conditional upon the completion and maintenance of all role-required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University.

If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account. To apply for this job: Login to Workday and go to the Careers App > Find Jobs.

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