Senior Data Processing Executive

Job Description

Your primary role:

The Data Processing Sr Executive role will report into The Data Processing Manager position. The Data Processing Executive will be a key member of the India-based Data Processing Hub, supporting quantitative healthcare market research projects across global markets. This role is responsible for the accurate and timely production of tabulations, both interim and final, and requires close collaboration with research, project management, and scripting teams. This will include:

• Running and validating interim and final tabulations (uncoded and coded) for quantitative research studies using relevant software (e.g., Q, Quantum, SPSS, Excel-based platforms, or proprietary tools).
• Ensuring all tabulations meet internal and client-specific formatting, logic, and output requirements.
• Checking tabulated data for accuracy, completeness, and consistency before delivery.
• Supporting QA processes and documentation to maintaining high data standards across projects.
• Assisting in preparing raw datasets for processing, including basic cleaning, formatting, and consistency checks.
• Working with coded and uncoded datasets, ensuring proper integration into final tabulation outputs.
• Liaising with scripting/programming team to ensure accurate data structure for tabulation.
• Working closely with the research and project management teams to understand project requirements, timelines, and deliverables.
• Providing input and feedback to internal stakeholders to optimise processes and outputs.
• Managing assigned tasks within deadlines and flag any delays or data issues proactively to the manager and wider team.
• Maintaining clear documentation of tabulation processes and version control.
• Supporting in updating project logs and workflow tracking systems.
• Continuously improving knowledge of data processing tools, tabulation best practices, and healthcare market research processes.
  
  

• More than 4+ years of experience in a data processing within a market research agency (ideally healthcare but can be other market research sectors)
• Basic to intermediate proficiency in data tabulation software (preferably Q, but Quantum or similar will be considered as well)
• Exposure to or understanding of survey scripting tools and survey data structures is a plus
• Experience working with survey data formats (e.g., XML, CSV), as well as knowledge of relational databases and data structure management.
• Understanding of quantitative research methodologies, questionnaire structures, and healthcare market research best practices.
• Demonstrable experience of working with senior team members
• Problem-solving skills (particularly relating to situations requiring analytical judgement and establishing best practice solutions)
• Excellent analytical and numerical skills
• Strong communication skills, particularly in the ability to explain technical points to non-technical people in an international environment
• High attention to detail with a strong focus on data accuracy and consistency.
• Logical thinking and ability to troubleshoot errors or discrepancies in tabulated data.
• Ability to interpret tabulation specifications and apply them accurately.
  
  

• You are proactive, dedicated and enthusiastic, with a ‘can do’ attitude and approach
• You demonstrate a high level of accuracy and attention to detail, as well as strengths in organisation and prioritisation
• You are a collaborative team player who works well with colleagues
• You communicate ideas and issues in an effective, straightforward fashion
• You are highly motivated and want to seize opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career