Remote Senior Pharmaceutical Data Analyst

Placements24; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Senior Pharmaceutical Data Analyst to analyze complex pharma datasets and extract actionable insights for drug development and trial optimization. You will develop dashboards, collaborate across R&D, clinical operations, marketing and commercial teams, and ensure data quality and governance.

The role requires a master's or PhD in a quantitative field and 5+ years of pharma data analysis experience, with proficiency in Python or R, SQL, and data visualization

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in a quantitative field ( Statistics / Data Science / Bioinformatics / CS / Pharmaceutical Sciences ).
• Minimum 5 years of data analysis experience in pharma/biotech.
• Strong programming skills in Python or R for data manipulation and modeling.
• Proficiency in SQL and data visualization tools for dashboards and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Analyze large pharmaceutical datasets to identify trends and insights.
• Build and maintain analytical models and dashboards to track KPIs.
• Collaborate with R&D, clinical ops, marketing and commercial teams.
• Design data quality checks to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Present findings clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Contribute to data governance strategies and stay updated on industry trends.

Skills

Python/R

SQL

Data visualization

Analytical thinking

Education

Master's or PhD in Statistics/Data Science/Bioinformatics/CS/Pharmaceutical Sciences

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

QlikView

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a cutting-edge pharmaceutical organization focused on leveraging data to drive innovation, is seeking a highly analytical and experienced Remote Senior Pharmaceutical Data Analyst. This role will be critical in analyzing complex pharmaceutical datasets to extract actionable insights that inform strategic decisions, enhance drug development, and optimize clinical trial performance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data analytics, a deep understanding of the pharmaceutical industry, and exceptional skills in data visualization and reporting. This is a fully remote position, offering flexibility and the opportunity to work with a global team from Randburg or anywhere within South Africa.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze large, complex pharmaceutical datasets (e.g., R&D data, clinical trial data, market access data) to identify trends, patterns, and insights.
• Develop and maintain sophisticated analytical models and dashboards to track key performance indicators (KPIs) and support business objectives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, clinical operations, marketing, and commercial, to understand data needs and deliver relevant analyses.
• Design and implement data quality checks and validation processes to ensure the accuracy and reliability of data.
• Communicate findings and recommendations clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical stakeholders through compelling reports and presentations.
• Utilize statistical software and data visualization tools to present complex data in an understandable format.
• Contribute to the development of data governance strategies and best practices.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in data analytics, pharmaceutical trends, and relevant technologies.

Requirements

• A Master's degree or Ph.D. in Statistics, Data Science, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related quantitative field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in data analysis, with a significant portion focused on the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R for data manipulation, analysis, and modeling.
• Expertise in SQL for database querying and management.
• Strong experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, QlikView).
• Deep understanding of pharmaceutical research and development processes, clinical trials, and regulatory landscapes.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional communication and presentation abilities, suitable for a remote work environment.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive salary, comprehensive medical aid, retirement fund contributions, and performance-based bonuses. As a fully remote role, it provides excellent work-life balance and flexibility. Professional development is supported through access to online learning platforms, virtual conferences, and opportunities to work on challenging global projects. This role is based in Randburg conceptually, but is open to remote candidates across South Africa.