Job description
Established in 1996 and rebranded to Scout in 2024, we built our foundation on planning meetings for numerous organizations within the life sciences sector (Scout Meetings). In response to emerging industry needs, we expanded our services to include Scout Clinical, one of the top providers of clinical trial patient reimbursements and travel.
Scout is recognized as a leader in our field for innovation in service, attention to detail, our stellar team members, and making the complex easier. If this interests you, we’d love to have you join our rapidly growing team!
Position Summary:
We are looking to hire a talented and eager Senior Director of Business Intelligenceto join our team in a remote position. The Senior Director of Business Intelligence is the leader of the Scout Business Analytics function. They oversee the strategic development and operational execution of all data analytics initiatives. They work closely with the Chief Commercial Officer and the Executive Leadership Team to achieve business goals.
Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
Provide strategic leadership to the Business Analytics group and oversee the successful development and rollout of tools, processes, and reporting standards that will improve the quality, speed, and profitability of Scout projects and deliverables
Serve as central business reporting owner, designing and executing a comprehensive, innovative, and effective reporting structure to address all enterprise-wide needs
Collaborate with Operations, Finance, Commercial, Business Development, and Product leadership to transform ambiguous or complex business problems into scalable data solutions
Translate detailed analytical and statistical concepts into clear strategic recommendations for non-technical management stakeholders.
Identify opportunities to optimize existing reports and datasets to improve cross-functional value while minimizing redundancies in data
Oversee the refinement and maintenance of Scout’s data warehouse and analytics engine with internal and external stakeholders
Establish and ensure adherence to data governance and data security practices and policies
Create plans for developing and maintaining ad-hoc reporting requests that don’t otherwise fall into established reporting infrastructure
Oversee resourcing and technology requirements to accommodate growth and process improvements
Proactively identify additional business intelligence tasks and deliverables for the organization as needs regularly evolve
Complete all required initial and ongoing training within a reasonable or provided timeframe
The ideal candidate will have the following competencies and qualities:
Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience
10+ Years of data science experience with a proven track record of success
7+ Years of management experience in data analytics and reporting within the clinical research industry
Ability to work on multiple projects and timelines concurrently
Innovative problem solver, using critical thinking to address challenges proactively
Thrive in fast-paced environments, maintaining performance under pressure
Strong project management and prioritization capabilities
Advanced proficiency with database and reporting programs and software product delivery
Proficient with MS Office Suite, PowerPoint,
Experience working with software development teams
Experience with HIPAA and EU Data Privacy
Innovative problem solver, using critical thinking to address challenges proactively
Strong customer service orientation
Collaborative team player, fostering positive relationships with colleagues and clients
Strong communication skills (written, verbal, and listening)
Scout offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support your health, work-life balance, and growth. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage and more.
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Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.