Senior Quantitative Research Associate

ZS • Boston, MA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of relevant industry or applied experience
• Master’s degree or higher in: Statistics, Data Science, Public Health (MPH), Economics, Psychology, Behavioral Science, Business Analytics
• Strong foundation in advanced statistics and experimental design.
• Demonstrated hands‑on experience conducting quantitative market research, including survey design, analysis, and interpretation.
• Expertise in at least one statistical programming platform, with strong preference for Excel,R ,Python
• Experience applying quantitative methods within the healthcare or life sciences industry strongly preferred.
• Strong structured thinking, attention to detail, and comfort working across multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• High motivation, intellectual curiosity, and a collaborative, client‑first mindset.
• Fluency in English
• Client-first mentality
• Intense work ethic
• Collaborative spirit and problem-solving approach

Responsibilities

• Conduct quantitative research and analysis using survey methods, experimental designs, and advanced statistical techniques.
• Support the design and execution of statistically rigorous research studies to address business questions across healthcare and life sciences.
• Apply quantitative methodologies to analyze data, generate insights, and inform client recommendations.
• Collaborate with consulting teams to interpret research findings and translate results into clear, actionable insights.
• Develop high-quality analytical deliverables, presentations, and data visualizations for client engagements.
• Partner with onshore and offshore teams to ensure the accuracy, quality, and consistency of research outputs.
• Communicate analytical findings and complex concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Contribute to multiple client engagements by providing quantitative research, analytical support, and problem-solving expertise.
• Assist in the development of surveys, experiments, and other research approaches to evaluate market, customer, and business questions.
• Maintain high standards of analytical rigor, quality assurance, and attention to detail throughout the research process.

Benefits

• 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
• Comprehensive total rewards package that supports your health and well‑being, financial future, time away, and professional development.
• Robust skills‑building programs
• Multiple career progression paths
• Internal mobility
• Deeply collaborative culture

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior