Forecasting Analyst
Job Title - Forecasting Analyst
Career Level - C
Introduction to Role:
Are you ready to play a pivotal role in improving the quality of decisions taken on our assets and across our Disease Areas? We are seeking an Analyst for our Global Analytics & Insights team, focusing on supporting the analytics and forecast for oncology products. This is your chance to be part of a leading business that impacts lives across the world!
Accountabilities:
As an Analyst, you will support forecast modelling, performance report and data analysis under the direction of GA&I Senior Analysts, Associate Directors, and Directors. You will update forecast model assumptions, generate scenarios and sensitivities, and provide analysis on forecast assumption changes over time. You will also develop a good understanding of the way oncology patients are treated and move through the treatment pathway by stage and line of therapy. Your role will also involve data consolidation from various primary and secondary sources and contribute to the development of tumour level forecast guidance.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Bachelor’s degree or above in a science or mathematics discipline
2-4 years of forecasting experience in pharma industry or consulting sphere
Experience in advanced forecasting, performance reporting, primary and secondary data analysis
Advanced proficiency in Excel, strong numerical and analytical skills
Excellent communication skills, both spoken and written.
Current or previous oncology experience is required.
Desirable Skills/Experience:
Experience of working with a pharma product close to launch or post-launch
RWE analysis experience (e.g. claim data analysis, ATU analysis)
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.
Why AstraZeneca?
Join a team that supports the delivery of life-changing medicines for patients by enabling the rest of the business to run effectively and harness our transformative science. We're on a journey of growth and evolution to find better ways to translate value for the business and our patients. We're always adapting and challenging the status quo, it's what helps us to succeed. As a multi-cultural team, we are a winning combination of deep process knowledge, business acumen and hard work. We always go the extra mile for the collective good of the team. And with a deep personal connection to our patients, there's nowhere we'd rather be.
Ready to make an impact? Apply now to join our team!
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 authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.
