Data Analyst

As a Data Analyst at Novartis, you will be responsible for supporting multiple data-centric activities such as data engineering, data quality, and data analytics by collaborating closely with business, data strategy teams, and IT. You will work under the guidance of the Data Manager in an agile team to build data solutions using approved tech stacks and provide ongoing support to Novartis business teams. **Key Responsibilities:** - Creating and maintaining the sanity of Master Data (e.g., Customer, Products etc.) - Supporting the consolidation/harmonization of data (master and transactional data), including setting up business rules for creating and maintaining master data - Querying, analyzing, and profiling various datasets - Supporting data migration activities by validating business data and maintaining data pipelines - Ensuring data quality and process governance - Assisting in building and implementing data quality checks and KPI reporting, collaborating with Business partners and IT to resolve issues - Documenting processes in the form of SOPs, QC lists, and process flow diagrams **Qualifications:** - Education: Bachelors/Masters in computer sciences/IT or other quantitative sciences - 2-4 years of experience in a Global company as a data steward, data analyst, data engineer, or business analyst - Deep business understanding of the pharmaceutical industry and data standards with domain experience in at least one of the following areas: a) Pharma R&D, b) Manufacturing, Procurement and Supply Chain, and c) Marketing and Sales - Hands-on experience in Master Data Management (MDM), Data Stewardship, and Data Quality - Proficiency in ETL and programming/scripting skills (SQL, Alteryx, Databricks & Dataiku) for data preparation and analysis, along with an understanding of data modeling (conceptual, logical, and physical) In addition to the technical requirements, proficiency in MS Office (especially MS Excel), Agile ways of working, excellent communication and presentation skills, and experience in gathering and documenting business requirements are desirable. Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams that are representative of the patients and communities it serves. If you are passionate about reimagining medicine and improving lives, consider joining Novartis to contribute to this mission. Learn more about our vision and opportunities at [Novartis Careers](https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture).,