Senior Data Consultant

Senior Data Consultant

We are seeking a Senior Data Consultant, who will lead the strategic alignment of industrial data across a global pharmaceutical manufacturing landscape. They will have knowledge of high-level business systems and floor-level automation, ensuring data from disparate sources is structured, interoperable and ready for advanced analytics.  They will have extensive experience in data strategy, data integration, and data historian systems, with a strong ability to lead complex projects and mentor junior team members. This role involves providing strategic insights, leading data projects, and ensuring seamless operation and optimization of data systems.

Location: North Carolina, US

Main Responsibilities:

Strategic Data Leadership:

·       Develop and implement comprehensive data strategies that align with business goals.

·       Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of advanced data solutions, including data historian systems.

·       Provide strategic insights and recommendations to senior management based on data analysis.

Project Management:

·       Lead and manage complex data projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and quality outcomes.

·       Coordinate with cross-functional teams to analyze data and business processes to identify gaps and recommend solutions to enable data standardization.

Technical Expertise:

·       Develop and oversee the implementation of advanced data integration frameworks and methodologies.

·       Lead the evaluation and adoption of emerging data technologies to enhance system capabilities.

·       Establish best practices for data governance, ensuring data quality and consistency across all systems.

·       Drive innovation in data processing and analytics, leveraging machine learning and AI where applicable.

Job benefits:

• Hybrid working

• 21 days PTO

• 401k

• Medical insurance

• Income Protection

• Life Insurance

• Professional development

Qualifications:

·       Bachelor’s or master's degree in data science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field.

·       Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in data analysis, data management, or a related role, with focus on the following systems: AVEVA PI, AspenTech IP.21, AspenTech Inmation, Inductive Automation Ignition, PTC Kepware

·       5+ years' experience in a consulting environment.

Preferred Skills:

·       Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills are essential.

·       Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

·       Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

·       Strong understanding of data warehousing, ETL processes, and data governance.

·       Knowledge of industry standards such as ISA-88, ISA-95, FAIR data principles and data integrity principles (ALCOA+).

·       Strong understanding of GAMP 5 frameworks and Computer Systems Validation (CSV) within a regulated environment.

·       Understanding of ontologies and their role in standardization efforts is beneficial.

·       Experience with data visualization or analysis tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, etc.), or programming languages (such as SQL, Python, R, etc.) is a plus.