Analytics & Intelligence - Lead Analyst

San Jose, Costa Rica

Roche

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At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections,  where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.

The Position

Roche's Global Analytics and Technology Center of Excellence (GATE) is at the forefront of driving analytics and technology-led solutions, partnering with Roche affiliates worldwide to create impactful outcomes for customers and patients.

The Role


As the Analytics & Intelligence - Lead Analyst specializing in Healthcare Forecasting, you will play a crucial role in delivering advanced analytics, forecasting solutions, and actionable insights that shape Roche’s global strategic initiatives. Collaborating with stakeholders across the Digital, Data & Advanced Analytics team in the US, Therapy Areas Insights Directors, and global partners, you will contribute to high-impact projects that support commercial operations and patient-centric objectives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and execute advanced analytics projects in areas like Forecasting, Brand Performance, Patient Journeys, Product Launch Support, and ROI evaluation.
  • Develop and maintain data-driven forecasting models, ensuring accuracy and alignment with strategic goals.
  • Partner with global Therapy Area forecasting teams to support data-backed decision-making.
  • Act as a thought leader, guiding stakeholders and delivering impactful insights and recommendations.
  • Communicate findings through compelling presentations that support business decisions.
  • Mentor and upskill junior team members, fostering expertise in analytics and Pharma forecasting.
  • Coordinate seamlessly with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and GATE partners to ensure successful project outcomes.

Who You Are

  • Bachelor’s degree in Technology or related fields (e.g., Computer Science, Data Science, AI, Statistics), with 4–8 years of experience in forecasting/data analytics, including 4–5 years in Pharma/Biotech/Healthcare domains.
  • Proficiency in Pharma Forecasting methodologies, Excel, SQL, and programming languages like Python, R, or SAS.
  • Familiarity with secondary data sources (e.g., IQVIA, LAAD Claims) and therapeutic areas like oncology, neurology, or immunology.
  • Skilled in effectively communicating insights to stakeholders and crafting concise business narratives.
  • Experience with tools like Dataiku DSS and AI/ML frameworks (preferred).
  • International travel readiness and possession of a valid U.S. B1/B2 visa (preferred).

What You Bring

  • Strong analytical mindset and problem-solving skills to address complex business challenges.
  • Proven ability to align day-to-day deliverables with broader organizational goals, driving patient and business impact.
  • Capacity to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment with an enterprise-focused approach.

Join us at Roche as we innovate and deliver meaningful insights to shape better outcomes for patients worldwide.

Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting.

Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.


Let’s build a healthier future, together.

Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Tags: Computer Science Data Analytics Excel Machine Learning Pharma Python R SAS SQL Statistics

Perks/benefits: Relocation support

Region: North America
Country: Costa Rica

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