Principal Business Systems Analyst
Location: North Chicago, IL
**This will be a hybrid role and require 3-4 days on-site at our client in North Chicago**
**This role is not eligible for relocation assistance**
Zifo is looking for a Senior Business Analyst to add to their team in the North Chicago area. The individual will be responsible to coordinate and support strategic projects for R&D division at Pharmaceutical and Biotech customers. The individual will provide the consulting skills required to analyze customer needs and gaps to propose solutions for the desired state. He or she will have to work with Business Users and Managers of Customers in conjunction with the internal Zifo support team.
Responsibilities:
- Review Business processes and systems
- Provide on site Business Analysis support for scientific groups
- Evaluate Industry trends to identify areas for optimization.
- Develop recommendations and future state strategy
- Perform Gap Analysis, Define Future state process workflows and data models
- Produce and deliver required documents and reports to customers
Required Skills
- Strong Written and Oral communication skills
- Business Analysis Skills
- Requirements elicitation & Use Cases creation
- Technical Writing
- Data Analysis
- Process & Data Modeling
- Data Mining o Cost/Benefit Analysis
- Project Management skills
- Resource & Effort Planning
- Task Planning & Scheduling
- Scope & Time Management
- Vendor Management and Risk Assessment
- Technical Experience
- ELN / LIMS
- JIRA
- Basic Database knowledge
- Lab Instruments
- Data Integration
- Understand SDLC(Agile is preferred), ITIL concepts, Database Design and Data Modeling concepts
- Able to facilitate Scrum ceremonies, prioritize requirements, guide development team and remove blockers.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s/Master’s degree or equivalent in a scientific or health care field required
- Strong background in biology and chemistry with lab experience
- Hands-on bench-level research science experience required
- 5 years as a Business systems consultant / analyst, preferably in the pharmaceutical life sciences industry
- Hold a solid Understanding of Pharmaceutical Research and Drug Discovery & Development processes and Biologics workflows
A successful Zifo-ite is:
- Independent, Self-Motivated & Results driven
- Willing & able to quickly acquire new Technical Skills & Business Principles
- A critical thinker who possesses logical reasoning
- Curious and always looking for creative solutions to complex problems
CURIOSITY DRIVEN, SCIENCE FOCUSED, EMPLOYEE BUILT. Our culture is unlike any other, one where we debate, challenge ourselves, and interact with all alike. We are a curious bunch, characterized by our passion to learn and spirit of teamwork. Zifo is a global R&D solutions provider focused on the industries of Pharma, Biotech, Manufacturing QC, Medical Devices, specialty chemicals and other research-based organizations. Our team’s knowledge of science and expertise in technology help Zifo better serve our customers around the globe, including 7 of the Top 10 Biopharma companies.
We look for Science – Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Technology, Biomedical Engineering, Microbiology etc. We possess scientific and technical knowledge and bear professional and personal goals. While we have a “no doors” policy to promote free access within, we do have a tough door to walk in. We search with a two-point agenda – technical competency and cultural adaptability.
We offer a competitive compensation package including accrued vacation, medical, dental, vision, 401k with company matching, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts.
If you share these sentiments and are prepared for the atypical, then Zifo is your calling!
Zifo is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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At Zifo, we’re on the lookout for a talented Principal Business Systems Analyst to join our dynamic team! This hybrid position will have you working 3-4 days on-site at our client’s facility in North Chicago, where you'll be integral to bridging the gap between technology and business strategies. As a Principal Business Systems Analyst, you'll manage and support strategic initiatives within the R&D divisions of our Pharmaceutical and Biotech partners. Your analytical skills will shine as you dive deep into customer needs and workflows, helping to devise solutions that elevate their operations. You’ll collaborate with business users and internal teams, employing your expertise to evaluate industry trends and identify areas ripe for optimization. Whether you're performing gap analyses or crafting future state process workflows, your work will be essential in shaping the strategies we implement. With a responsibility to produce compelling documents and detailed reports, your strong communication skills will be key to engaging stakeholders and ensuring project success. Your scientific background combined with a solid grasp of business analysis will help you navigate complex challenges and prioritize effectively. Here at Zifo, we foster a culture of curiosity and collaboration, making this not just a job, but a calling for those driven to innovate in the healthcare landscape. If you are an independent thinker and share our passion for science and technology, this is your opportunity to make a real impact!
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