Analytics And Intelligence - Lead Analyst

Roche; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Roche India – Roche Services & Solutions seeks a Lead Analyst in Analytics & Intelligence to drive advanced analytics for pharma commercial operations. You will collaborate with US-based teams and regional stakeholders to deliver insights on Brand performance, market dynamics, and patient journeys, guiding strategic decisions and launches.

You will mentor teammates, manage priorities, and present findings through compelling storytelling across global teams, with flexibility to work across

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Technology or a related discipline; preference for CS, Software, Statistics, Data Science, AI, ML, Data Engineering
• 5-8 years analytics/consulting experience with 4-6 years in Pharma/Biotech/Healthcare analytics
• Master’s degree or certifications in analytics/data science are a plus
• Strong expertise in US Pharma Commercial Operations and sales/claims/product/patients analytics, forecasting and ROI analysis

Responsibilities

• Lead complex projects in pharma commercial operations, including Brand Performance tracking, Disease Market Overview, Patient Journeys, Forecasting, Product launch support, and ROI analysis
• Collaborate with Therapy area managers and stakeholders to translate market dynamics into data-driven strategies
• Translate stakeholder requirements into deliverables and manage day-to-day analytics delivery with the GATE team
• Lead discussions with teams, provide high-quality analytics solutions and recommendations
• Create impactful presentations to convey insights to stakeholders and drive decision-making
• Coordinate with teams across time zones to ensure timely delivery of analytics requests
• Mentor junior team members and interns on analytics principles and pharma domain

Skills

Excel

SQL

Python

R

SAS

Presentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Technology or related field

Master’s degree or analytics/data science certifications (advantage)

Tools

Salesforce

Veeva

IQVIA data

Job description

Job Description

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.

The Position

Analytics & Intelligence - Lead Analyst
Roche India – Roche Services & Solutions

Chennai or Hyderabad
A healthier future. It’s what drives us to innovate. To continuously advance science and ensure everyone has access to the healthcare they need today and for generations to come. Creating a world where we all have more time with the people we love.
That’s what makes us Roche.
Roche has established Global Analytics and Technology Center of Excellence (GATE) to drive analytics & technology driven solutions by partnering with Roche affiliates across the globe.
As a Lead Analyst, you will collaborate closely with the Strategic Analytics & Insights team based in the US, Therapy Areas Insights Directors, Ecosystem Insights Leads, and the broader GATE team. Your primary responsibility will be to deliver advanced analytics and actionable insights that support strategic priorities, ultimately aiming for the greatest impact with customers and patients.
Your Opportunity

• Lead complex projects and initiatives in pharma commercial operations, focusing on Brand Performance tracking, Disease Market Overview, Patient Journeys (Treatment and Drug Fulfilment), Forecasting, Product launch support and assessment, Patient adherence, Physician / Account Targeting, Payer Mix, Marketing Impact and ROIs




• Collaborate with Therapy area managers, Ecosystem insights leads and other business stakeholders to understand market dynamics and customer behaviors, leveraging this knowledge to support data-driven strategies




• Comprehend stakeholder requirements, prioritize tasks, and effectively manage day-to-day responsibilities, including liaising and coordinating with the GATE internal team for delivery




• Lead the team and stakeholder discussions, act as thought partner and provide them with high quality analytics solutions and recommendations




• Create impactful presentations to convey crucial insights and recommendations to stakeholders effectively




• Attend meetings with teams across different time zones to ensure smooth delivery of analytical & operations related requests for the business partners




• Take an enterprise mindset, linking individual responsibilities with broader organization, focus on outcomes that provide most business and patient value




• Be flexible to attend meeting during IST/PST overlapping working hours




• Provide mentorship and training to junior team members and interns on analytics principles and the Pharma domain, fostering the development of skill sets and capabilities

Who you are

• You hold a bachelor degree in Technology or a relevant discipline, with a preference for Computer Science, Software, Statistics, Data Science, AI, Machine Learning, Data Engineering and related fields and 5-8 years of analytics / consulting experience, with 4 to 6 years specifically in Pharma/Biotech/Healthcare analytics projects. Preferably, Master’s Degree or any certifications on analytics or data science would be an added advantage.




• Must demonstrate expertise in US Pharma Commercial Operations and possess a strong background in Sales analytics, Claims analytics, Product analysis, Patients analytics, forecasting and ROI analysis




• Experience with a range of secondary data sets, including IQVIA Sales data, 867 data, LAAD Claims, affiliations, field interactions, Veeva, medical data, and more, is a significant advantage




• Exposure to therapeutic areas like oncology, neurology, immunology, etc., along with a working knowledge of Salesforce or Veeva, is a valuable additional qualification




• Strong proficiency in Excel and SQL, along with knowledge of at least one programming language such as Python, R, or SAS




• Demonstrated strong presentation and communication skills, with a track record of effectively presenting to stakeholders and adeptly handling their questions and inquiries




• Proven experience in translating research and analysis into succinct and persuasive business narratives that drive decision-making and strategic initiatives

Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Let’s build a healthier future, together.

Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.