Data & Insights Enablement - Lead Analyst

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections,  where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.

The Position

The Global Analytics and Technology Center of Excellence (GATE) was established to drive analytics and technology-driven solutions by partnering with Roche affiliates across the globe.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Lead Analyst to join our Data Management & Operations group for the Next Best Action (NBA) Support project.

Your primary mission will be to partner with US Stakeholders, the IT team, External Vendors, and the GATE team to develop insights and strategies that optimize data-related processes. In this role, you will contribute to informed decision-making with a specific focus on the Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences domain.

Key Responsibilities

Data Strategy & Operations

• Leverage expertise in data modeling, analysis, and management to enhance processes.
• Perform ad hoc data analysis using Excel, AWS, and other tools to support real-time decisions.
• Collaborate with IT and Data Engineering to ensure accurate, actionable data for development projects.
• Uphold best practices in data governance and analytics organization-wide.

Stakeholder Management & Collaboration

• Communicate effectively across cross-functional teams to address data needs.
• Manage stakeholder requirements, prioritize tasks, and coordinate with US and GATE India teams.
• Deliver polished presentations and address inquiries from stakeholders confidently.
• Exhibit flexibility to accommodate meetings in IST/PST time zones as needed.

Domain Expertise & Mentorship

• Apply pharmaceutical industry expertise, including data on claims, sales, market landscape, and clinical trials.
• Mentor and train interns and graduates in Data Management and Pharma domain knowledge to build capabilities in Costa Rica.

Who You Are

Experience & Background

• Total Experience: 5–7 years in analytics/consulting.
• Industry Experience: 2–5 years in Pharma/Biotech/Healthcare.
• Education: B.Tech/B.E. (preferably in Computer Science). Master’s degree and certifications in data-related fields are a plus.

Technical Skills

• Data Analysis: Proficient in Excel and SQL.
• Programming: Python or PySpark knowledge is desirable.
• Cloud Platforms: Experience with AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure.
• Domain Knowledge: Expertise in US Pharma operations and data modeling.
• Data Assets: Familiarity with secondary datasets, including IQVIA Sales, 867 data, LAAD Claims, affiliations, interactions, Veeva, and medical data.

Core Competencies

• Proficiency in deriving actionable insights through analytical structuring.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a meticulous focus on quality and accuracy.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape impactful solutions in a dynamic industry while mentoring next-generation talent and driving transformative results through data analytics and collaboration.

Relocation benefits are available for this job posting.

Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Let’s build a healthier future, together.