Strategic Analytics Associate - Insights & Growth

Tempus AI, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Tempus AI, Inc. is seeking an Associate, Analytics & Business Insights to join our Sales Operations team in Chicago.

You will go beyond standard reporting to serve as a strategic partner to diagnostics Commercial leadership, mining complex datasets to identify growth drivers and risks while translating analytics into actionable recommendations. You will collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Finance and other stakeholders, define and monitor KPIs, and leverage modern visualization and AI tools to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative discipline (e.g., Finance, Statistics, Engineering, Mathematics, Data Science, or Economics).
• 3+ years of experience in data-driven business analytics.
• Advanced-level proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets and BI/data visualization tools.
• Demonstrated ability to independently investigate data to identify growth drivers and performance gaps.
• Experience translating complex, raw data into clear, executive-ready presentations.
• Ability to develop strong partnerships across departments and influence decision-making.
• High attention to detail with the ability to balance multiple high-priority projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-Starter Mentality: thrives in ambiguity and seeks information proactively.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary analytical detective for the oncology and neuropsychiatry commercial organizations, analyzing complex datasets to uncover growth drivers, market trends, and potential business risks.
• Synthesize data into clear narratives and actionable recommendations for senior leadership to drive decisions.
• Pair quantitative analysis with field insights to identify root causes and propose real-world solutions.
• Lead the investigative process from business question to polished summary with leadership support.
• Build relationships with Sales, Marketing, Finance and other teams to deliver data-driven insights and strategic partnership.
• Define and monitor sophisticated KPIs reflecting commercial performance and forward-looking strategy.
• Leverage modern data visualization platforms and emerging AI tools to provide real-time insights.
• Collaborate across Sales Operations, Marketing, Business Development and Finance to ensure a holistic narrative.

Skills

Excel/Google Sheets

BI/Data Visualization

Analytical thinking

Executive storytelling

Cross-functional collaboration

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor's degree in quantitative discipline

Job description

Tempus AI, Inc. is seeking an Associate, Analytics & Business Insights to join our Sales Operations team in Chicago.

You will go beyond standard reporting to serve as a strategic partner to diagnostics Commercial leadership, mining complex datasets to identify growth drivers and risks while translating analytics into actionable recommendations. You will collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Finance and other stakeholders, define and monitor KPIs, and leverage modern visualization and AI tools to