ZS

Decision Analytics Consultant - Market Research

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Boston MA USA

Hybrid

Mid level

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The Role

The Decision Analytics Consultant will leverage quantitative skills in market research design studies analyze data and communicate actionable insights to clients primarily in the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors.

Summary Generated by Built In

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 Consultant in the Insights & Analytics group will...

Leverage quantitative skills and market research methodologies to derive insights and answer clients' ongoing business analytics and reporting questions
Design and execute primary and secondary market research studies including both qualitative (e.g. interviews focus groups) and quantitative (e.g. surveys segmentation conjoint analysis) approaches
Work collaboratively with clients to understand their business objectives and translate them into actionable research and analytics plans
Execute a structured plan for analyzing data and market research findings to solve specific business challenges
Advise clients on appropriate data sources and research approaches including real-world data syndicated data and custom research
Evaluate and synthesize data from multiple sources to provide clear insight-driven recommendations
Communicate findings and insights to clients with a focus on business implications and strategic decision-making rather than just methodology
Develop familiarity with client processes therapeutic areas and pharmaceutical market dynamics (as applicable)
Build expertise in a specific client domain including market research and analytics within pharma/healthcare
Partner closely with internal and client teams to ensure high-quality timely delivery of insights

What You'll Bring

MBA or advanced degree (or equivalent experience) in a quantitative or analytical discipline such as Operations Research Applied Mathematics Statistics Econometrics Data Science Engineering or similar. PhD in Marketing Economics Decision Sciences or related field is also applicable
2-5+ years of hands-on market research experience ideally within pharmaceutical healthcare or life sciences industries.
Demonstrated experience conducting both qualitative and quantitative research including study design execution and insight generation
Strong analytical background with experience using tools such as R SAS Tableau Excel/VBA or similar
Experience translating market research findings into strategic business recommendations
High motivation strong work ethic and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Proven ability (or strong interest) in leading and managing teams
Excellent communication skills with the ability to present insights to senior-level stakeholders
Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality deliverables
Creative problem-solving skills and a proactive solution-oriented mindset
Strong client service orientation and ability to build relationships
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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The Company

HQ: Evanston IL

15000 Employees

Year Founded: 1983

What We Do

ZS is a management consulting and technology firm that partners with companies to improve 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. Founded in 1983 ZS has more than 15000+ employees in over 40 offices worldwide.

Why Work With Us

ZS is home to passionate people who embrace innovative thinking collaboration and a client-first mindset. Welcome to a company where new ideas are celebrated curiosity is welcomed learning opportunities are abundant and colleagues become lifelong connections.