Associate Consultant - Discovery Research Technology

About the position

ZS is expanding the Discovery Venture and seeking driven, curious, and creative experts to help shape the practice area, collaborate across ZS's R&D teams, and deliver excellent outcomes for clients. ZS's Discovery Venture partners with clients to develop and deploy in silico approaches that accelerate the discovery of safer, more effective therapeutics. We work closely with other ZS practices, bringing hands-on scientific expertise to enhance both technology and strategy initiatives. This unique position enables us to combine agility and innovation with the resources and knowledge of ZS's 13,000+ global team.

Responsibilities

• Apply hands-on experience using, managing and/or building research technology systems and/or advanced analytics (including AI/ML, etc.) to improve and streamline drug discovery at the world's leading biotech and biopharma
• Collaborate with ZS internal teams and client teams to shape and implement high quality solutions that address real world challenges while respecting the inherent complexity of research applications
• Develop and apply advanced analytical approaches to help clients understand and address dynamic business issues
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including researchers, data scientists, and project managers to integrate your deep understanding of research technology and analytics into broader project objectives
• Lead modules and workstreams within projects while participating in hands on implementation
• Collaborate with clients and other stakeholders and ZS to integrate and effectively communicate analysis findings
• Contribute to the assessment of emerging datasets and technologies that impact drug discovery
• Serve as a subject matter expert in specific area or application of research technology or analytics to drive innovation, mentor colleagues and share knowledge across teams
• Engage with clients to understand their challenges, present analytical findings, and offer strategic recommendations
• Develop and share insights based on ZS-driven innovations, positioning them within broader industry trends to inform internal teams and external stakeholders

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Analytics, Computer Science, MIS or related field with academic excellence
• 3+ years of relevant professional experience in delivering small/medium-scale research technology solutions
• Familiarity and comfort across many applications of research technology and analytics in addition to deep and demonstrated leadership in one or more of the following: LIMS / ELN / Sample management / registration technologies, Knowledge graphs and ontologies, Data storage and analysis platforms, HPC, cloud and hybrid computing, AI, ML and other advanced analytics applied to drug discovery, Adoption of technology products or solutions by scientists, Validation and regulatory experience
• Proficiency in at least one programming language, agile product development and/or project management techniques
• Evidence of strong commitment to quality and client satisfaction
• Excellent communication, presentation and team leadership skills with an eagerness for feedback and continuous improvement
• Passion, curiosity, and growth mindset coupled with deep commitment to an open and collaborative working environment

Benefits

• ZS offers a comprehensive total rewards package including health and well-being, financial planning, annual leave, personal growth and professional development
• Robust skills development programs, multiple career progression options and internal mobility paths and collaborative culture empowers you to thrive as an individual and global team member
• Flexible and connected work environment with a mix of work from home and on-site presence at clients/ZS offices