Data Enterprise Analyst, based in Montreal/Quebec

At X-Chem, it is our mission to leverage the world’s leading drug discovery platform to help create molecules that will improve human health.  At X-Chem, we do more than screen compounds. We help you make confident decisions that move science forward. Our integrated platform combines DNA-encoded libraries, medicinal chemistry, advanced modeling and proprietary AI into a powerful and precise discovery engine. Everything is connected through Chemomics, our approach to unlocking value from every data point. Whether you’re exploring a new target or refining a lead, we help you discover high-quality molecules with greater speed, insight and control.

Job Overview

We are seeking a candidate for the Data Enterprise Analyst position that will be based in Montreal/Québec.  Primary responsibilities will be to partner with HR, Finance, Business Development, and Operations. This person will automate, integrate, and maintain data flows across key business systems (NetSuite, SuccessFactors, Salesforce, OpenAir). This role ensures enterprise data consistency, compliance, and accessibility through structured governance, automation, and analytics. The analyst enables departments to self-serve insights, supports predictive and operational reporting, and acts as the bridge between business users and technical systems, driving the accuracy and efficiency of data across the organization.

This is a hands-on, operational role responsible for implementing and maintaining integrations, data pipelines, and reporting frameworks. The ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of systems, data, and process, and brings a structured approach to enterprise data governance. This hybrid position will be located at X-Chem’s offices in Montreal/Ville St-Laurent, QC and will be reporting to Director of Information Technology that is based in Waltham, US. 

Key Responsabilities

• Partner with HR, Finance, Business Development, and Operations to translate data and workflow needs into integrated, automated solutions across key enterprise systems (NetSuite, SuccessFactors, Salesforce, OpenAir).
• Configure, maintain, and optimize data flows between systems to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance, including automation of key processes such as onboarding, financial transactions, and CRM updates.
• Develop and maintain shared data pools, dashboards, and self-service BI tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau) that provide actionable insights into workforce, financial, and operational performance.
• Establish and enforce data governance standards, including access control, retention, and privacy compliance, while documenting data models, lineage, and definitions.
• Collaborate with IT and analytics teams to support advanced analysis, forecasting, and predictive modeling that inform strategic decision-making.
• Continuously improving enterprise data systems by troubleshooting data issues, identifying automation opportunities, and streamlining manual processes.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in information systems, Computer Science, or related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in enterprise systems or data operations.
• Familiarity with SaaS platforms such as NetSuite, OpenAir, Salesforce, SuccessFactors.
• Basic understanding of data modeling, ETL processes, and workflow automation.
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is a plus.
• Bilingual (French and English).
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external vendors.

Other Requirements

• Experience in a life sciences or biotech environment.
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and native integration tools.
• Familiarity with finance and HR data structures (e.g. payroll, headcount, sales pipeline, etc).
• Exposure to API-based integration and automation frameworks.
• Current work authorization in Canada

The company cooperates with its customers, partners and colleagues outside Quebec for the research and development of medical products based on the identification and optimization of small molecules enabling the development of specific drugs. Interaction with colleagues and partners outside Quebec, notably in Budapest and Waltham, is constant. Consequently, knowledge of English is required for this unique and specialized position.  Knowledge of French is required for positions permanently located in Quebec, so that the incumbent can communicate as needed with colleagues, customers and partners in Quebec. French-language training will be offered to any incumbent of a permanent position in Quebec who does not have a good knowledge of French. 

Our scientists innovate beyond reported chemistry while focusing on delivery. We all share a passion for staying at the forefront of computational, chemoinformatics, medicinal and synthetic chemistry. To drive innovation, we acknowledge the importance of intelligent risk-taking, open-mindedness and initiative. We encourage creativity in an informal environment and recognize everyone’s contribution as part of a team to work together toward a common vision.

What are the benefits joining us?

We are focused on the development and career progression of our people to reach their full potential through workshops, training courses and mentor guidance. X-Chem offers competitive compensation (salary and performance incentive) and interesting benefits package. Benefits we offer include: Medical, Dental, STD/LTD and Life Insurance, Retirement Plan with employer match; paid vacations starting at 3 weeks plus paid Christmas shutdown; casual dress, vision care including prescription safety glasses, training sessions and workshops, social hours and team-building company events.