Business Analyst Co-op - 8 months

As a Business Analyst Co-op at BenchSci, your primary responsibilities will encompass analyzing pharmaceutical R&D spending trends, developing data-driven insights, and supporting critical customer relationships. You’ll work closely with multidisciplinary teams to provide vital insights that help drive account delivery and customer growth. Additionally, you will assist in forecasting industry benchmarks and reporting insights for business evaluations and planning, all while leveraging your analytical mindset to build compelling business cases.

To qualify for the Business Analyst Co-op role at BenchSci, candidates should be currently enrolled in a Master’s degree program focused on Life Science. Strong financial acumen paired with the ability to interpret complex datasets is essential. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis is also required, and experience with data visualization tools such as Looker or Salesforce would be an asset. Excellent communication skills to present actionable insights effectively are crucial for this role.

During your time as a Business Analyst Co-op at BenchSci, you will develop crucial skills in data analysis, business case development, and customer engagement. You will also enhance your proficiency in utilizing data visualization tools, improve your ability to create insightful dashboards, and learn how to translate complex data into meaningful business strategies. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative atmosphere that fosters continuous learning and personal growth.

BenchSci nurtures a remote-first culture that prioritizes collaboration, transparency, and inclusivity. As a Business Analyst Co-op, you'll be part of a team that values diversity and actively encourages personal growth. Our culture supports self-leaders who are motivated to innovate and impact life-saving research. We believe in investing in our people, offering resources to help you thrive, and creating an engaging environment where you can unleash your full potential.

As a Business Analyst Co-op at BenchSci, you can look forward to a competitive compensation package that includes equity options, a robust vacation policy, flexible time off for personal matters, and comprehensive health and dental benefits. You'll benefit from an annual learning and development budget, resources for a home office setup, and access to a lifestyle spending account. Additionally, we offer generous parental leave benefits and retirement savings plans with company matching.

When answering this question, recount a specific project where you successfully analyzed complex data. Highlight the methods you used, the insights you gained, and how those insights influenced the project's outcome. Be sure to also mention any specific skills you applied during the analysis, such as your proficiency in Microsoft Excel or data visualization tools.

For this question, explain your process of gathering relevant data and understanding the stakeholders' needs. Discuss how you identify key metrics and develop a narrative that aligns your analysis with the business's goals. Providing an example where your business case led to a positive outcome can strengthen your answer.

Discuss your experience in communicating insights or findings to customers or internal clients. Highlight any presentations or collaborative projects that required you to engage with various stakeholders, demonstrating your communication skills and ability to translate data into actionable insights.

In your response, detail specific visualization tools you've used, such as Looker or Salesforce, and describe your experiences creating dashboards or reports. Emphasize how using these tools has helped you present data effectively and improve decision-making within a team or project.

Share a particular challenge you encountered, for instance, dealing with incomplete datasets or conflicting data sources. Explain the steps you took to address the issue, such as seeking additional information, using analytical techniques to validate your findings, or collaborating with team members to resolve discrepancies.

Talk about your organizational methods, such as prioritizing tasks, using project management tools, or setting clear deadlines. Provide examples of how your organizational skills have enabled you to successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously without compromising quality.

Choose a specific instance where your contributions positively impacted your team's objectives. Discuss your role, the actions you took, and the outcomes of those efforts, highlighting how collaboration and communication were key elements of your success.

Demonstrate your knowledge by discussing current trends in pharmaceutical R&D spending, including key drivers and challenges. Show that you stay informed about industry updates and that you understand how these trends can impact decision-making in business contexts.

Emphasize your openness to feedback and learning from others. Share an example where you received constructive criticism, how you took it positively, and what changes you made as a result, demonstrating your commitment to personal and professional growth.

In your answer, align your motivations with BenchSci's mission to accelerate research and development in the pharmaceutical industry. Express your enthusiasm for contributing to meaningful projects while leveraging your skills in data analysis and insight generation within a company that prioritizes employee growth and innovation.