Business Analysis & Info Manager

Location:
REMOTE - Newbury Park, CA

Employment Type: Contingent Worker (Contract, W2)

Contract Length: 36 months (possible extension)

Compensation: $60/$69 per hour (based on experience)

Join a highly collaborative R&D Business Analytics team for a big biopharma leader, driving innovation and providing actionable insights to support strategy within a science-driven environment. Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to optimize R&D performance and business decisions. Serve as a key analytical liaison to enable data-driven results and support ongoing breakthroughs.

• Compile, analyze, and present complex data and insights to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Monitor, track, and report on departmental and organizational performance using dashboards and KPIs focused on R&D initiatives.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and business partners to define requirements, scope, and value for new analytics solutions.
• Lead business analysis, including process mapping, gap analysis, and continuous improvement recommendations for R&D operations.
• Support leadership with insights, progress updates, and identification of opportunities for operational improvement.
• Facilitate stakeholder communications ensuring alignment on goals, deliverables, and product features.
• Develop and maintain up-to-date documentation for analytics processes and changes.
• Utilize technological tools, data structures, and analytics to improve team performance and support informatics and data analysis capability development.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering, mathematics, business, finance, healthcare, or related field.
• 5+ years' experience in business analytics, data analysis, or business performance roles, preferably in R&D or scientific settings.
• Expert proficiency with MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint) and MS Teams.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within global, virtual teams.
• Proven record of achieving results and driving business performance in R&D or technical environments.

• Experience in the pharmaceutical, biotech, or healthcare industry.
• Background in business, financial, operations, or analytical positions.
• Advanced analytics, critical thinking, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Interest in technology, innovation, and driving customer success in AI and data-driven R&D solutions.
• Expertise in dashboard creation, KPI tracking, and performance reporting for leaders.

• Compile, analyze, and present complex data and insights to stakeholders, supporting R&D and business objectives.
• Monitor, track, and report on performance using dashboards and KPIs for R&D projects.
• Collaborate across functions to define needs and value for new analytics initiatives.
• Lead process mapping, gap analysis, and help drive process improvements.
• Support leaders with regular performance updates and identify improvement opportunities.
• Facilitate communication and alignment on goals and deliverables.
• Document analytics processes, configurations, and changes thoroughly.
• Leverage analytic and technological skills to diagnose and enhance team performance.

• Doctorate degree
• or Master degree and 2 years of experience
• or Bachelor degree and 4 years of experience
• or Associate degree and 10 years of experience
• or high school diploma / GED and 12 years of experience

This posting is for Contingent Worker, not an FTE