Decision Analytics Associate Consultant - Biometrics

ZS is a place where passion changes lives. As a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and how we live it, we transform ideas into impact by bringing together data, science, technology and human ingenuity to deliver better outcomes for all. Here you’ll work side-by-side with a powerful collective of thinkers and experts shaping life-changing solutions for patients, caregivers and consumers, worldwide. ZSers drive impact by bringing a client-first mentality to each and every engagement. We partner collaboratively with our clients to develop custom solutions and technology products that create value and deliver company results across critical areas of their business. Bring your curiosity for learning, bold ideas, courage and passion to drive life-changing impact to ZS.

Insights & Analytics ZS's Insights & Analytics group partners with clients to design and deliver solutions to help them tackle a broad range of business challenges. Our teams work on multiple projects simultaneously, leveraging advanced data analytics and problem-solving techniques. Our recommendations and solutions are based on rigorous research and analysis underpinned by deep expertise and thought leadership.

What You’ll Do: Decision Analytics Associate Consultant in the Drug Development Practice Area will...

• Develop and apply advanced statistical and data methodologies to support clinical development, biometrics, and regulatory decision-making.
• Partner with clients to define and implement end-to-end clinical data strategies, from data acquisition through submission.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders (clinical operations, biostatistics, data management, regulatory) to ensure data is structured, standardized, and analysis-ready.
• Design and execute analyses using tools such as R, SAS, and Excel, with a focus on clinical trial data and biometrics use cases.
• Support the development and optimization of clinical data workflows, operating models, and governance frameworks.
• Contribute to the implementation and enhancement of clinical data systems, including EDC platforms (e.g., Medidata Rave) and downstream data environments.
• Ensure alignment with industry standards (e.g., CDISC, SDTM) and regulatory requirements for clinical data submission.
• Synthesize and communicate insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, translating complex clinical data into actionable recommendations.
• Develop strong client relationships and serve as a key point of contact for clinical data and biometrics-related workstreams.
• Provide regular project updates, manage deliverables, and ensure high-quality execution across engagements.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to building internal capabilities in clinical data management and biometrics.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a quantitative or life sciences field such as biostatistics, epidemiology, data science, health sciences, or engineering.
• 2–4 years of relevant experience in clinical data management, biometrics, or clinical trial analytics; experience at a pharma/biotech company or CRO strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of the clinical data lifecycle, including data collection, cleaning, standardization, and regulatory submission.
• Hands-on experience with clinical data standards (e.g., CDISC, SDTM) and familiarity with data governance and metadata management practices.
• Experience working with electronic data capture (EDC) systems such as Medidata Rave or similar platforms.
• Working knowledge of tools such as SAS, R, or Excel, with less emphasis on pure modeling and more on applied clinical data use.
• Ability to collaborate across technical and business teams to translate clinical data needs into scalable solutions.
• High motivation, strong work ethic, and ability to operate in a fast-paced, client-facing environment.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex clinical data concepts.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data quality and regulatory compliance.
• Empathy, adaptability, and emotional intelligence when working with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Proven ability to mentor junior team members and contribute to team development.
• Fluency in English
• Client-first mentality
• Intense work ethic
• Collaborative spirit and problem-solving approach

How you’ll grow:

• Cross-functional skills development & custom learning pathways
• Milestone training programs aligned to career progression opportunities
• Internal mobility paths that empower growth via s-curves, individual contribution and role expansions

Perks & Benefits: At ZS, your growth matters. We offer a comprehensive total rewards package that supports your health and well‑being, financial future, time away, and professional development. With robust skills‑building programs, multiple career progression paths, internal mobility, and a deeply collaborative culture, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, expand your capabilities, and thrive as part of a global community. For details on total rewards in United States, visit ZS US office locations | Where we work | ZS.

Hybrid working model: We are committed to giving our employees a flexible and connected way of working. A flexible and connected ZS allows us to combine work from home and on-site presence at clients/ZS offices for the majority of our week. The magic of ZS culture and innovation thrives in both planned and spontaneous face-to-face connections.

Travel: Travel is a requirement at ZS for client facing ZSers; business needs of your project and client are the priority. While some projects may be local, all client-facing ZSers should be prepared to travel as needed. Travel provides opportunities to strengthen client relationships, gain diverse experiences, and enhance professional growth by working in different environments and cultures.

Considering applying? At ZS, we honor the visible and invisible elements of our identities, personal experiences, and belief systems—the ones that comprise us as individuals, shape who we are, and make us unique. We believe your personal interests, identities, and desire to learn are integral to your success here. We are committed to building a team that reflects a broad variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Learn more about our inclusion and belonging efforts and the networks ZS supports to assist our ZSers in cultivating community spaces and obtaining the resources they need to thrive.

If you’re eager to grow, contribute, and bring your unique self to our work, we encourage you to apply.

ZS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities without regard to any class protected by applicable law.

To complete your application:

Candidates must possess or be able to obtain work authorization for their intended country of employment. An on-line application, including a full set of transcripts (official or unofficial), is required to be considered.

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