Data Analytics Analyst – SAS

IQVIA; Madrid; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Madrid is seeking a data quality analyst to ensure data integrity across multiple sources and support QA for data offerings.

The role requires at least one year in a data analytics role, SAS programming skills, and proficiency with SQL, Excel, and related tools. You will collaborate with internal teams and clients to address data exceptions and drive process improvements.

A scientific degree is preferred, with strong attention to detail and communication skills essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field (statistics preferred).
• At least one year of experience in data analytics or a similar role.
• SAS programming skills are required.
• Experience with SQL or R is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure data integrity and high-quality outputs across data sources.
• Support quality control and QA for data products.
• Perform standard data quality checks and identify patterns using statistics.
• Evaluate business data to ensure alignment with local market rules.
• Analyse processes and suggest opportunities for improvement.
• Document procedures to support team consistency.
• Assist in resolving data exceptions and respond to client queries.
• Maintain and track KPIs to monitor performance and accuracy.
• Provide support for clients and business initiatives when required.

Skills

Data analytics

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in statistics or a related field

Tools

SAS

SQL

R

Excel

PowerPoint

Access

Job description

Responsibilities

• Ensuring data integrity and high‑quality outputs across data sources
• Support quality control processes and contribute to quality assurance for data offerings
• Perform standard data quality checks and identify trends or patterns using statistical techniques
• Evaluate business data to understand characteristics and ensure alignment with local market rules
• Analyse existing processes and suggest opportunities for improvement
• Document procedures and share knowledge to support team consistency
• Assist in resolving data exceptions and collaborate with internal teams to address client‑related queries
• Provide support to clients and business initiatives when required
• Maintain and track KPIs to monitor performance and ensure operational accuracy

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field (e.g., Statistics) preferred
• At least one year of experience in a data analytics or similar role
• SAS programming skills required
• Experience with additional tools such as R or SQL is a plus
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint
• Strong problem‑solving skills and comfort working with complexity
• Clear communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• High attention to detail and ability to analyse complex datasets
• Curiosity and a strong interest in research and investigation