Digital & Technology - Data Analyst

Spectraforce Technologies; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectraforce Technologies is seeking a Data Analyst in Raleigh, NC for a 4-month assignment with potential extension and conversion. You will perform basic analyses to ensure recommendations are backed by data research and findings, supporting the Data Science & Analytics function.

The role requires strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to tell the data story. You may interact with the client and collaborate with an analyst team, using Excel and BI tools to develop insights

Qualifications

• Extreme attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to tell the story of the data.
• Bachelor's degree preferred; will accept experience in lieu of.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate data aggregation and curate reports using existing business intelligence and reporting applications.
• Perform ad-hoc, strategic review of structured and unstructured data, reflecting global real estate markets and the operations of real estate assets.
• Assist with developing data structures and pipelines to organize, collect, cleanse, and standardize information to generate insights.
• Define basic data requirements and gather information using judgment and statistical tests.
• Use programming and evaluation tools, including open-source programs to plan models and extract insights.
• Apply modeling and optimization methods to improve business performance.
• Develop ad-hoc reporting based on the review of existing data sources.
• Exhibit rigor, judgment, and ability to present a detailed 'data story' to a business line.

Skills

Extreme attention to detail

Time management

Excellent communication

Tell the data story

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office Suite

Smartsheets

Job description

Title

Title: Data Analyst

Hours

Hours: M-F 8am - 5pm EST or CST preferred

Remote

Remote

Why is this role open?

Why is this role open? To complete an ongoing project

Assignment Duration

Assignment Duration: 4 month, possible extension and conversion

Overview of Work Environment/Client Nuances

Overview of Work Environment/Client Nuances: Potentially some interaction with the client so they will need to have excellent communication skills

Team Overview

Team Overview: will work closely with H.M and team of data analysts

Resource's typical working day

1. Data management
2. May do some vendor management
3. Some data presentation
4. Some process improvement
5. Data mining to assist operations around lab equipment maintenance
6. Some vendor management

Must Have Skills

• Extreme attention to detail
• Great with time management and has a sense of urgency to complete tasks
• Excellent communication skills
• Will need to be able to "tell the story of the data"

Nice to have skills

Experience with pharmaceutical equipment management is a huge plus

Years of Experience

4-7 years

Education

Bachelor's degree highly preferred, will accept experience in lieu of.

Software skills

• Excel
• Microsoft Office suit
• Smart sheets

Interview Process

1 round, virtual (Teams) with H.M.

About the Role

As a Data Analyst, you will perform basic analysis to ensure that recommendations and business conclusions are backed by thorough data research and findings. This job is part of the Data Science & Analytics job function. They are responsible for reviewing data that supports improving effectiveness and predicting outcomes to develop business intelligence.

What You'll Do

• Coordinate data aggregation and curate reports using existing business intelligence and reporting applications.
• Perform ad-hoc, strategic review of structured and unstructured data, reflecting global real estate markets and the operations of real estate assets.
• Assist with developing data structures and pipelines to organize, collect, cleanse, and standardize information to generate insights.
• Define basic data requirements and gather information using judgment and statistical tests.
• Use programming and evaluation tools, including open-source programs to plan models and extract insights.
• Apply modeling and optimization methods to improve business performance.
• Develop ad-hoc reporting based on the review of existing data sources.
• Exhibit rigor, judgment, and ability to present a detailed 'data story' to a business line.
• Confirm the quality and integrity of existing data sources.
• Collaborate with the agile development team to provide recommendations and communications on enhancing existing or new processes and programs.
• Have some knowledge of standard principles with limited practical experience in applying them.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with client's values.
• Impact the quality of own work.
• Work within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Exchange straightforward information, ask questions, and check for understanding.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's Degree preferred with up to 3 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered. MCSE and CNE Certification preferred.
• Ability to use existing procedures to solve standard problems.
• Experience with analyzing information and standard practices to make judgments.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Organizational skills with a strong inquisitive mindset.