Data analyst from analytical chem scientist?

Hi all, I’m considering getting my M.Sc in Biostatistics (largely on my employer’s dime). I’m curious if anyone has any insight into how difficult it would be do pivot to more of a data analyst role in pharma or healthcare from my current career trajectory. I have a bachelors in biochemistry and have worked at a large pharma in their R&D small molecule lab for about 4 years. Would I be starting over from the bottom if I pivot, or are there any niches where my experience would be useful?

I’m open to any and all advice, experience, suggestions, etc. Thank you in advance!