Data Reporting And Analytics Consultant, Programming
Actalent · La Canada Flintridge, CA · 1 wk ago
RemoteRemoteAnalyst$35–$40/hrContract
About the role
The Data Reporting and Analytics Consultant designs, develops, and maintains data management, reporting, and analytical solutions that support data-informed decision-making across a wide range of research and business projects. Working under the guidance of senior staff, this role programs in analytical languages such as Python, R, SQL, and Databricks; oversees all phases of data management and quality control; and translates complex data into clear, actionable insights for stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Program in analytical languages such as Python, SQL, R, or similar tools to support research and business analytics projects.
- Oversee all phases of data management, including data intake, transformation, validation, quality control, and preparation of final analytical datasets.
- Define analytical variables and requirements in collaboration with researchers, statisticians, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment with project goals.
- Perform analytical and statistical tasks using appropriate tools, including descriptive, correlational, inferential, and predictive analyses under the guidance of senior staff.
- Create and maintain interactive Business Intelligence (BI) reports and dashboards that clearly communicate key metrics and insights to stakeholders.
- Develop, implement, and automate business and reporting solutions, including automated data loading schemes, summary statistics, and data visualizations.
- Develop comprehensive quality checking and validation processes, including profiling data issues, cleaning datasets, and monitoring data accuracy and completeness.
- Design and maintain troubleshooting software, scripts, and programs to identify, diagnose, and resolve data and reporting issues.
- Support the interpretation of analytical results by applying findings to real-world contexts and developing clear reports and presentations for decision-makers.
- Consult with internal clients and stakeholders to clarify business questions, translate requirements into analytical plans, and determine appropriate data collection and measurement approaches.
- Develop outcome and process measures to evaluate the impact of business decisions and identify opportunities to improve efficiency through data analysis.
- Summarize data and results in a clear and concise manner, including the creation of summary statistics, tables, and visualizations tailored to different audiences.
- Provide occasional mentoring and technical guidance to colleagues by explaining analytical concepts and demonstrating best practices.
Requirements
- Minimum two (2) years of experience programming with analytical languages such as Python, SQL, R, or similar tools.
- Minimum two (2) years of data management experience using Python, SQL, R, or comparable technologies.
- Minimum two (2) years of experience in data analytics or a directly related field.
- At least 1 year of work experience on research studies.
- Strong proficiency in Python for data management, analysis, and automation.
- Ability to program in R, Python, and Databricks, with a focus on modern analytical workflows.
- Experience with SQL for data extraction, transformation, and querying across relational databases.
- Hands-on experience with data integration, including combining and reconciling data from multiple sources.
- Proficiency in data extraction and data mining techniques to identify patterns, trends, and insights.
- Experience with data visualization tools and techniques to create clear and informative reports and dashboards.
- Working knowledge of statistical programming languages and methods for descriptive, correlational, inferential, and predictive analyses.
- Experience with relational database management concepts and practices.
- Experience with data management and quality control processes.
- Experience with data modeling and testing, including testing, refining, and validating models.
- Experience with data security and privacy practices.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Social Sciences, Physical/Life Sciences, Business, or a related field, or equivalent work experience in lieu of a degree.
- Master’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Social Sciences, Physical/Life Sciences, Business, Public Health (MPH), or a related field, including MPH with a focus in biostatistics, is preferred.
- Two (2) years of health or medical research experience is preferred.
- Two (2) years of experience working with SQL in complex data environments is preferred.
- Two (2) years of experience working with open-source tools such as R or Python is preferred.
- Familiarity with SAS and SQL / SAS environments, with the ability to work in organizations transitioning away from SAS.
- Experience with Web Report Studio or similar web-based reporting tools.
- Experience developing interactive BI reports and dashboards for diverse stakeholder groups.
- Knowledge of business planning concepts and the ability to align analytical work with strategic objectives.
- Ability to support and train end users on data collection tools, reports, and dashboards.
- Demonstrated ability to influence others through clear technical explanations and practical examples.
- Track record of proactively identifying process improvement opportunities and implementing data-driven solutions.
Skills
- Strong proficiency in Python for data management, analysis, and automation.
- Ability to program in R, Python, and Databricks, with a focus on modern analytical workflows.
- Experience with SQL for data extraction, transformation, and querying across relational databases.
- Hands-on experience with data integration, including combining and reconciling data from multiple sources.
- Proficiency in data extraction and data mining techniques to identify patterns, trends, and insights.
- Experience with data visualization tools and techniques to create clear and informative reports and dashboards.
- Working knowledge of statistical programming languages and methods for descriptive, correlational, inferential, and predictive analyses.
- Experience with relational database management concepts and practices.
- Experience with data management and quality control processes.
- Experience with data modeling and testing, including testing, refining, and validating models.
- Experience with data security and privacy practices.