Data Analyst - Remote

About the Role

SPECTRAFORCE is seeking a detail‑oriented Data Analyst to support an ongoing project. The role focuses on data analysis, reporting, data quality, trend identification, and process improvement. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities, and the ability to translate data into meaningful business insights.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform data analysis to support business decisions and operational improvements.
• Aggregate, clean, validate, and organize data from multiple sources.
• Create and maintain reports using business intelligence and reporting tools.
• Perform data mining and identify insights supporting operations, including laboratory equipment maintenance activities.
• Develop ad hoc reports and analyze structured and unstructured data.
• Ensure data quality, accuracy, and integrity across reporting sources.
• Present data findings and communicate insights effectively to business stakeholders.
• Explain the story behind the data and translate findings into actionable insights.
• Support process improvement initiatives and recommend enhancements.
• Assist with vendor management activities when needed.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to improve existing processes and workflows.

Required Qualifications

• 4–7 years of experience in data analysis, reporting, or business analytics.
• Strong experience with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with data management, reporting, data validation, and data quality.
• Ability to analyze information, identify trends, and make data‑driven recommendations.
• Strong organizational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and complete tasks with a sense of urgency.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to explain analytical findings and effectively communicate the story behind the data.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Experience with Smartsheet.
• Experience in pharmaceutical, laboratory, healthcare, or equipment management environments.
• Experience supporting operational teams or process improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with business intelligence tools and data reporting applications.

Skills & Competencies

• Data Analysis
• Business Analytics
• Data Management
• Data Mining
• Data Cleansing
• Data Validation
• Data Quality & Integrity
• Reporting & Visualization
• Trend Analysis
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Smartsheet
• Business Intelligence Tools
• Process Improvement
• Stakeholder Communication
• Vendor Management
• Problem Solving
• Attention to Detail
• Multitasking

Education & Experience

• 4–7 years in data analysis, reporting, or business analytics.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Work Arrangement & Schedule

• Work Arrangement: Fully Remote
• Location: Dallas, TX, US
• Contract Duration: 4 months, with possible extension
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM EST/CST preferred
• Collaboration with internal teams and occasional client interaction
• Interview process includes one virtual Microsoft Teams interview with the Hiring Manager

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: USD; specific compensation not specified
• Contract position with possible extension
• Additional benefits are not specified

Compliance / Additional Information

• The role requires strong data accuracy, quality, and integrity practices.
• Candidates should be comfortable presenting findings to business stakeholders.
• Experience with structured and unstructured data is relevant to the position.