R&D Business Analytics Lead

Are you passionate about data, analytics, and driving innovation in R&D? Join our R&D Business Analytics team as a collaborative, analytical professional dedicated to delivering actionable insights and supporting strategic decision-making in a dynamic, science-driven environment. You will work closely with R&D, operations, finance, and other business stakeholders to optimize performance and enable breakthrough results.

Key Responsibilities
* Compile, analyze, and present complex data and insights to technical and non-technical stakeholders, supporting R&D and business objectives.
* Monitor, track, and report on organizational and departmental performance using dashboards and KPIs, with a focus on R&D projects and initiatives.
* Collaborate with R&D SMEs, Operations, Finance, and other business partners to define requirements, scope, and value for new developments and analytics solutions.
* Lead business analysis activities, including process mapping, gap analysis, and recommendations for improvement in R&D operations.
* Support leadership with regular performance updates, insights into gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
* Facilitate stakeholder communications and ensure alignment on goals, deliverables, and product features.
* Develop and maintain documentation for analytics processes, configurations, and changes.
* Apply knowledge of technological tools, data structures, processes, and analytics to diagnose and improve performance, while supporting R&D informatics and data analysis team development.

Required Qualifications
* 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 within R&D or scientific environments.
* Strong proficiency in MS Office tools (with expert proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint), and MS Teams.
* Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across global, virtual teams.
* Proven history of achieving results and driving business performance in R&D or technical domains.

Preferred Qualifications
* Experience in the pharmaceutical, biotech, or healthcare industry.
* Experience in business, financial, operations, or analytical roles.
* Strong analytics, critical thinking, and stakeholder engagement skillset
* Passion for technology, innovation, and customer success, especially in AI and data-driven solutions for R&D.
* Experience with dashboard creation, KPI tracking, and performance reporting for leadership.
* Undergrad with Finance and Data Analysis skills that are immediately available are ideal

Soft Skills
* Analytical and problem-solving mindset, with a passion for solving complex challenges in R&D while leveraging AI-driven technologies.
* Service-oriented attitude, resilience, and initiative.
* Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively with global, virtual teams.
* Ability to exercise discretion and responsibility of managing sensitive and confidential information.
* Strong stakeholder management, presentation, and public speaking skills.
* Team-oriented, with a focus on achieving shared goals in a collaborative R&D environment.

Ready to make an impact as a member of R&D s Business Analytics team? Apply today and help us shape the future of innovation!