Data Analytics Engineer

Jobtailor; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Durham, NC is seeking a junior data analyst to collect, transform, and validate data from diverse sources, applying analytical techniques to ensure accuracy and reliability.

You will develop reports and dashboards, communicate findings to stakeholders, and support regulatory compliance in clinical/medical device contexts. This entry-level role offers growth in data modeling and BI tooling within a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field with 0-2 years of experience.
• Experience collecting, organizing, and analyzing data with accuracy.
• Experience creating reports, dashboards, or visualizations using Excel or BI tools.
• Basic proficiency with SQL, Python, or R.
• Strong problem-solving in a data-driven environment.
• Ability to communicate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Interest in learning new data analysis techniques and technologies to support business insights.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards relevant to clinical or medical device environments.

Responsibilities

• Collect, transforms, and validates data from diverse sources using analytical techniques.
• Perform exploratory and descriptive analyses to identify trends and drivers for stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and visualizations for actionable insights.
• Interpret data requirements, collaborate with partners, and structure analyses to meet objectives.
• Document analytical logic, data sources, and methodologies to support transparency.
• Support cross-functional initiatives with data-driven insights and problem solving.
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, standardize reporting, or improve data quality.
• Build proficiency in analytics tools and best practices to expand independence.

Skills

Data collection & analysis

Report & dashboard development

SQL proficiency

Excel proficiency

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Data visualization

Critical thinking

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or related discipline

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Excel

SQL

Python

R

Job description

• Collects, transforms, and validates data from diverse sources, applying professional analytical techniques to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Performs exploratory and descriptive analysis to identify trends, patterns, and key performance drivers for business stakeholders.
• Develops and maintains reports, dashboards, and visualizations that communicate analytical findings in a clear and actionable manner.
• Interprets data requirements, collaborates with business partners, and applies professional judgment to structure analyses that meet defined objectives.
• Documents analytical logic, data sources, and methodologies to support transparency, reproducibility, and continuous improvement.
• Supports cross-functional initiatives by providing data-driven insights and contributing to analytical problem-solving efforts.
• Identifies and recommends opportunities to streamline analytical workflows, standardize reporting, or enhance data quality.
• Builds proficiency in analytics tools, data modeling concepts, and best practices to expand analytical independence and effectiveness.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or related discipline with 0-2 years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated ability to collect, organize, and analyze data with attention to accuracy and detail.
• Experience preparing reports, dashboards, or visualizations using Excel or introductory business intelligence tools.
• Basic proficiency with SQL, Python, R, or comparable analytical tools.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills in a data-driven environment.
• Ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Interest in learning new data analysis techniques and technologies to support business insights.
• Demonstrated level of knowledge regarding applicable regulatory standards commensurate with the position's complexity and scope, contributing to organizational regulatory compliance.
• GMP quality management systems (e.g. ISO 13485)
• Clinical laboratory regulations (e.g. CAP, CLIA, NYSDOH, ISO 15189)
• Protected health information (e.g. HIPAA, GDPR)
• Operations within the regulated medical device environment (e.g. IVDD, IVDR, FDA 21 CFR 800 series, FDA 21 CFR Part 11)
• Development and Operations within a regulated clinical study environment (e.g. ICH E6 (GCP), ISO 20916, FDA 21 CFR Part 11, Part 50, Part 54, Part 56)
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to interpret and communicate data findings clearly.
• Proficiency with Excel and exposure to analytical tools such as SQL, Python, R, or Power BI/Tableau.
• Basic understanding of data structures, relational databases, and data visualization principles.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates strong analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in data collection, organization, and analysis. Capable of developing reports and visualizations using tools like Excel, SQL, and Python while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards in a clinical or medical device environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Data Collection and Analysis
• Report and Dashboard Development
• SQL Proficiency
• Excel Proficiency
• Regulatory Compliance Knowledge

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Data Analysis
• Data Validation
• Data Visualization
• SQL
• Python
• R
• Excel
• Analytical Techniques
• Data Modeling
• Quantitative Skills

Soft Skills

• Critical Thinking
• Problem-Solving
• Clear Communication

Industry Keywords

• GMP Quality Management Systems
• Clinical Laboratory Regulations
• Protected Health Information
• Regulated Medical Device Environment
• Clinical Study Environment

Tools & Technologies

• Power BI
• Tableau
• Business Intelligence Tools