Business Analyst

Business Analysis & Information Manager Location: Newbury Park, CA (Remote) Schedule: Monday to Friday, standard business hours Employment Type: Contingent Worker (Contract, W2) Compensation: $60–$68 per hour (based on experience) Contract Length: 36 months (possible extension) Summary of the Role Join a science-driven R&D Business Analytics team at a big biopharma leader, delivering actionable insights that drive innovation and informed decision-making across research and operations. In this fully remote role, you will partner closely with R&D, operations, finance, and cross-functional stakeholders to optimize business performance, support strategic initiatives, and enable organizational success in a fast-paced, data-focused environment. Key Responsibilities • Compile, analyze, and present complex data and insights supporting R&D and business objectives • Monitor, track, and report performance using dashboards and KPIs focused on R&D initiatives • Collaborate with subject matter experts and cross-functional teams to define requirements and develop analytics solutions • Lead business analysis activities including process mapping, gap analysis, and operational improvements • Provide leadership with performance updates, identify gaps, and recommend improvement opportunities • Facilitate stakeholder communications and alignment on goals, deliverables, and features • Develop and maintain documentation for analytics processes and system changes • Apply technical expertise to diagnose performance issues and enhance analytical capabilities • Support analytics team development through data, process, and technical guidance Qualifications Top Skills (Must-Haves): • Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or healthcare industry environments • Experience in business, financial, operations, or analytical roles • Strong analytics, critical thinking, and stakeholder engagement skills Required Experience & Skills: • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering, mathematics, business, finance, healthcare, or related field • 5+ years of experience in business analytics, data analysis, or business performance roles, preferably supporting R&D or scientific teams • Expert proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; strong Microsoft Teams skills • Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation abilities • Proven ability to drive business performance in technical or R&D environments Preferred: • Industry experience within pharmaceutical, biotech, or healthcare organizations • Experience supporting business, finance, operations, or analytics functions • Advanced analytics and stakeholder engagement skills • Strong interest in technology, AI, and data-driven R&D solutions • Experience building dashboards, tracking KPIs, and reporting to leadership Day-to-Day Responsibilities • Analyze and present complex data to technical and non-technical stakeholders • Monitor organizational and departmental performance through dashboards and KPIs • Partner with R&D, Operations, and Finance to define analytics requirements and scope • Lead process mapping, gap analysis, and operational improvement initiatives • Deliver performance updates and insights to leadership • Ensure stakeholder alignment on deliverables and analytics features • Maintain analytics documentation and track system changes • Provide technical and analytical support to strengthen team capabilities Apply Now Ready to deliver data-driven insights that shape R&D strategy and business performance? Apply now to take the next step in your career.