Remote Pharmaceutical Data Analyst

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 1,119,000 - 1,759,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Home office stipend

Company equipment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Pharmaceutical Data Analyst to join a global analytics team. You will extract, clean, and interpret large datasets related to pharmaceutical research, trials, and market performance, delivering actionable insights for drug development and commercialization.

Responsibilities include building dashboards, collaborating with R&D, marketing, and sales, and ensuring data integrity while supporting a remote, international operation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Data Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related quantitative field.
• 3+ years of data analysis experience, preferably in pharmaceutical/healthcare.
• Proficiency in SQL, Python (Pandas/NumPy) or R.
• Experience with data visualization tools like Tableau/Power BI/Looker.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and validate large datasets from pharmaceutical sources.
• Perform statistical analysis to identify trends and correlations.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with R&D, marketing, and sales to understand data needs.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Attention to detail

Remote communication

Data storytelling

Education

Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field

Tools

SQL

Python (Pandas, NumPy)

R

Tableau

Power BI

Looker

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a skilled and motivated Remote Pharmaceutical Data Analyst to join their global analytics team. This position, fully remote and supporting operations in Port Elizabeth , focuses on extracting, cleaning, and interpreting large datasets related to pharmaceutical research, clinical trials, and market performance. You will play a critical role in generating actionable insights that drive strategic decision-making for drug development and commercialization efforts. This is an exceptional opportunity for a data-savvy professional to work from anywhere while contributing significantly to the pharmaceutical industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and validate large datasets from various sources within the pharmaceutical domain.
• Perform statistical analysis to identify trends, patterns, and correlations in research and sales data.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to visualize key performance indicators and insights for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with R&D, marketing, and sales teams to understand data needs and provide analytical support.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy, implementing quality checks and validation processes.
• Contribute to the development of predictive models and forecasting tools.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Data Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
• 3+ years of experience in data analysis, preferably within the pharmaceutical or healthcare sector.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as SQL, Python (Pandas, NumPy), R, or similar.
• Experience with data visualization tools like Tableau, Power BI, or Looker.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and communicate findings effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with remote work flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development in data analytics.
• Company-provided equipment and a home office stipend.
• A collaborative virtual work environment with a focus on data-driven innovation.