Data Analyst

📊 Job Title: Data Analyst (Pharma / Lab Operations) Location: Remote Duration: 4-month contract (possible extension & potential conversion) Work Hours: Monday–Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM (EST/CST preferred) 🧩 About the Role We are seeking a detail-oriented Data Analyst to support ongoing data initiatives within a fast-paced, client-facing environment. This role focuses on data management, reporting, and operational insights, particularly related to lab equipment and asset maintenance within a pharmaceutical/life sciences setting. You will work closely with the hiring manager and a team of analysts to transform data into actionable insights that drive business decisions. 🔍 Key Responsibilities • Perform data analysis, mining, and validation to support operational decision-making • Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and data presentations • Analyze data related to lab equipment maintenance, asset tracking, and performance • Support process improvements by identifying inefficiencies and recommending solutions • Coordinate and manage data from multiple sources, ensuring accuracy and integrity • Assist with vendor-related data tracking and reporting • Communicate findings clearly and effectively to stakeholders, including clients ✅ Required Skills & Qualifications • 4–7 years of experience in data analysis / business analysis • Strong expertise in Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data manipulation) • Experience with data analysis, reporting, and dashboard creation • Ability to tell a clear story with data and present insights to non-technical audiences • High attention to detail with a focus on data quality and accuracy • Strong time management and organizational skills • Excellent communication and stakeholder interaction skills ➕ Nice to Have • Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or lab environments • Exposure to equipment/asset management, maintenance data, or CMMS systems • Familiarity with tools like Smartsheet or similar reporting platforms 🎯 What You’ll Bring • A proactive mindset with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines • Strong analytical thinking with a focus on business impact • Ability to translate complex data into meaningful insights 📝 Interview Process • 1 round (Virtual – Microsoft Teams)