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About The Team
Chemical Market Analytics by OPIS, a Dow Jones company, enables stakeholders in the global chemical industry to improve operational efficiency with deep insights, future outlooks, price discovery and consultation from a celebrated team of subject matter experts. We offer short- and long-term market coverage for more than 200 core building-block chemicals with a full suite of advisory services and top-tier events held around the globe. The worldwide chemical industry looks to Chemical Market Analytics to guide decisions and help manage risk across the entire value chain.
About The Role
The Senior Research Analyst I will be part of a regional or global team that is responsible for market research and analysis of the global chemical industry. The position will manage updates of chemical product market data and maintain advanced analytics and models as well as contribute to related publications and consulting projects. The Senior Research Analyst I will work closely with regional and global product experts. The role is expected to expand with the continuing development of our applications and the creation of new commercial products, such as streamlining work processes and enhancements to our client user interface.
Specific responsibilities include management of MS Excel models, databases, and related files and applications. It also involves occasional research and gathering of input data, ranging from prices and production costs, freight and tariffs, plant capacities and historical production pertaining to the chemical and related industries. The position will also support updates and enhancements of client deliverables and assist in the development of new commercial products.
The position requires expertise in advanced analytics, database management, research, and analysis. A strong background in engineering or natural sciences, preferably chemical engineering or chemistry, is preferred.
You Will
* Coordinate data and content updates with regional and global team members
* Conduct research in support of forecast updates
* Contribute to the timely delivery of commercial products to clients
* Support of related publications and consulting projects
* Support development of model functionality in cooperation with developers
* Assist with the development of new commercial products and enhancements of existing commercial products
You Have
* 3-5 years of petrochemical industry experience, including market intelligence and/or strategic planning
* Chemical engineering or chemistry degree preferred; post-graduate academic work in a technical field will be considered in lieu of experience
* Excellent analytical and organizational skills; ability to identify and articulate core/essential issues within complex problems and deliver insights and solutions
* Excellent oral and written communication skills
* Strong MS Office suite management skills; Power BI experience a plus
* Advanced knowledge of Excel including VBA scripting; python knowledge a plus
* Fluency in English, written and spoken at a business level.
Our Benefits
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. EEO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Vets .
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Business Area: Dow Jones - OPIS - CMA
Job Category: Data Analytics/Warehousing & Business Intelligence
Union Status
Non-Union role
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