Data Science Analyst & Project lead

Job Description

In the Business Excellence & ACE transformation function, as a Senior Data Science Project Lead & Analyst, you will leverage your expertise in data analysis, statistical modeling, and machine learning to drive actionable insights and support decision‑making across various departments. You will work closely with cross‑functional teams to implement data‑driven solutions that enhance our business strategies.

Responsibilities

Data Analysis

• Perform exploratory data analysis to identify trends and patterns in close collaboration with the Data Scientist
• Perform advanced analysis on complex datasets to identify trends and patterns that impact business outcomes
• Analyze the output of predictive models to optimize business performance
• Validate and identify inputs to optimize models using machine learning techniques to ensure accuracy and performance
• Generate and synthesize insights to feed business and/or address analytics needs and provide actionable insights
• Supervise and support junior team members in conducting data analyses
• Support continuous improvement efforts in data collection, analysis, and reporting within the data analytics community and capitalize on best practices

Collaboration and Communication

• Work closely with stakeholders to understand their needs and translate business requirements into analytical solutions
• Present findings and insights to non‑technical stakeholders in a clear and concise manner
• Collaborate with IT teams to integrate data solutions into existing workflows

Data Management

• Know data management processes
• Understand data pipelines and repositories
• Ensure compliance with data governance and security policies

Trends

• Stay updated with the latest advancements in data science and machine learning
• Explore and evaluate new tools, technologies, and methodologies
• Participate in the design and execution of pilot projects and proof‑of‑concepts

Reporting and Visualization

• Develop dashboards and reports to monitor key metrics and KPIs
• Use visualization tools to create intuitive and informative visualizations
• Automate reporting processes to ensure timely and accurate dissemination of information

Cross‑functional Collaboration

• Work closely with sales, marketing, and product management teams to understand their data
• Participate in meetings and discussions to share the results of the analysis and contribute to the development of effective business strategies

Data Science Project & Solution Management

• Contribute, on behalf of the affiliate, to the management of DS projects deployed by Europe or Global
• Ensure local/global coordination and coordinate local actors
• Ensure project and solution management at a local level

Qualifications

Analytical and Problem‑Solving Skills

• Excellent problem‑solving skills with the ability to derive meaningful insights from complex data sets
• Strong analytical thinking to break down business problems and identify data‑driven solutions
• Experience with data mining and statistical applications in a business context

Technical Skills

• Understanding of statistical analysis and modeling techniques
• Master data visualization tools (e.g., CONTOUR, WORKSHOP, Power BI)
• Master Palantir platform

Interpersonal Skills

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Education

• Master’s degree
• Ph.D. degree is a plus
• Communication and cross‑functional teamwork
• MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Database…)
• Oral and written communication
• Digital & business transformation
• Strategic recommendations
• Innovation management
• Analytics
• Change management
• Solution & project management
• Customer engagement / Go to market
• Marketing
• Pharmaceutical environment
• English

Experience

• A minimum of 6 years of experience as a Data Analyst or in a similar role
• Experience in commercial performance data analysis within the pharmaceutical sector is required
• Analytical mindset, rigor, and organization
• Writing skills, analytical and synthesis skills
• Good command of written and spoken English
• Autonomous, curious, open‑minded, reactive
• Willingness to learn
• Team player, adaptability
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong work capacity
• Ability to work on multiple projects

Equal Opportunity Employer

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.