Power BI Data Analyst

Overview

Title: Power BI Data Analyst

Location: Lake Forest, Illinois

Duration: 6 Months (Possibility of Extension)

100% Onsite

Shift Time: 8am to 5pm

The Data Analyst will drive data visualization, reporting, and automation initiatives using advanced Power BI expertise and foundational Power Platform capabilities. This role is responsible for transforming complex datasets into actionable insights, developing interactive dashboards, and building lightweight digital solutions using Power Apps and Power Automate. The analyst will partner with cross functional business teams to support data driven decision-making and improve operational efficiency.

• Design, build, and maintain interactive Power BI dashboards, reports, Dataflows, and data models.
• Perform data transformation using Power Query (M language) and complex calculations using DAX.
• Optimize data models for performance, scalability, and usability.
• Integrate data from multiple sources (SQL, Excel, SharePoint, cloud platforms, etc.).
• Power Apps, Flow or Power Automate

Power BI Development & Analytics

• Design, build, and maintain interactive Power BI dashboards, reports, and data models.
• Perform data transformation using Power Query (M language) and complex calculations using DAX.
• Optimize data models for performance, scalability, and usability.
• Implement row-level security (RLS), work spaces, datasets, and deployment pipelines.
• Conduct data validation to ensure accuracy, consistency, and reliability of all published outputs.

Data Management & Insights

• Gather and analyze business requirements to build analytical solutions that support strategic decisions.
• Integrate data from multiple sources (SQL, Excel, SharePoint, cloud platforms, etc.).
• Identify trends, patterns, and anomalies and present insights to stakeholders in a clear, business-friendly manner.
• Support KPI development and performance measurement across business functions.

Power Platform (Power Apps & Power Automate)

• Develop basic to mid-level Power Apps to support workflow automation and digital forms.
• Build automated workflows in Power Automate for approvals, notifications, and data integration.
• Collaborate with IT or citizen developers to maintain governance and best practices.
• Provide troubleshooting and enhancements for existing Power Platform solutions.

Cross Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with business teams, IT, and leadership to translate needs into technical solutions.
• Present insights and recommendations to non-technical stakeholders.
• Support training and enablement activities for Power BI and Power Platform adoption.

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Business, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in data analytics or business intelligence roles.
• Expert-level proficiency in Power BI, including DAX, Power Query, data modeling, and dashboard design.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience working with large and complex datasets.
• Proficiency in SQL, Excel (advanced), and data visualization principles.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to translate technical data into business insights.

• Data modeling & visualization
• Analytical thinking & problem solving
• Stakeholder engagement
• Business acumen
• Process automation
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Programming and automation

• Experience with Power Apps, Power Automate, or broader Power Platform capabilities.
• Knowledge of Azure data services (Dataverse, Azure SQL, Data Factory).
• Experience with Python or R for advanced analytics (optional).
• Understanding of data governance, security, and lifecycle management.

• Microsoft Certified:
  Power BI Data Analyst Associate
• Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals

• Consultants Eligible Benefits Upon Waiting Period:
• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account (for High Deductible Health Plans)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Limited Purpose, Dependent Care, Commuter Parking and Commuter Transit)
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability (coverage varies by state)
• Long Term Disability
• Critical Illness, Hospital coverage, Accident Insurance
• Met Life Legal, Met Life , and Met Life Pet Insurance
• 401(k)

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritional and branded generic medicines.

Working together, Abbott and Talent Solutions partner to deliver top talent for contingent roles at Abbott, building better and healthier lives. Abbott believes all employees are essential to creating life-changing breakthroughs, performing key duties to create life-changing breakthroughs