Senior Analyst - Business Analyst

Job Title: Senior Analyst - Business Analyst

GCL: D3

Introduction to role

Are you ready to make a significant impact in the IT sector of the pharmaceutical industry? AstraZeneca is seeking a dynamic and expert Senior Business Analyst to join our R&D IT Digital Lab Platform. This role is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team that is inspiring change and innovation in our laboratories through Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN) configuration changes and integrations. We are looking for an individual who can bring their expertise in business analysis and design to deliver small scale business change activities, and chip in on large scale or global business change.

Accountabilities

As a Senior Business Analyst, you will be responsible for identifying and prioritizing business needs, planning business analysis, conducting collaborator analysis, defining requirements analysis and design, handling arguments and benefits, and evaluating solutions. You will work collaboratively with various teams including support teams, other Business Analysts, ELN Product Lead, business change leads, and more.

Essential Skills/Experience

• Demonstrated experience in a similar role within an R&D IT scientific data environment.
• Proficient understanding of ELN (Electronic Laboratory Notebooks) or LIMS (Laboratory Information Management Systems).
• Skilled in utilizing business analysis tools and techniques to design and implement business changes.
• Familiarity with Agile Methodology and proficiency in using JIRA.
• Strong skills in engagement, communication, and facilitation, including effective presentation and influencing abilities.
• Proven track record of working with third-party suppliers and vendors, including SaaS providers.
• Excellent judgment, negotiation, and influencing capabilities.
• Effective presentation, networking, communication, and facilitation skills.
• Demonstrated customer focus and collaborator management abilities.
• Expertise in business process and requirements management.

Desirable Skills/Experience

• Degree in a relevant field or formal certification in business analysis practice.
• Experience working in a regulated environment.
• Experience within a global organization.
• Awareness of the pharmaceutical business and domain knowledge.
• Understanding of User-Centric Design, including User Experience, User Interface Design, and Business Process Design.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in English.
• Familiarity with Agile methodology and proficiency in using JIRA, with Air Focus as a beneficial skill.

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

Join a team with the backing and investment to win! You'll be working with cutting-edge technology. This marriage between our purposeful work and the use of high-tech platforms is what sets us apart. Lead the way in digital healthcare. From exploring data and AI to working in the cloud on new technologies. Join a team at the forefront. Help shape and define the technologies of the future, with the backing you need from across the business.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now!

Date Posted

22-Feb-2025

Closing Date

30-Mar-2025

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity.  We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills.  We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.  We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics.  We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.