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Strategy Insights & Planning Associate Consultant - Risk-Based Quality Management (RBQM)

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6 Locations

Hybrid

118K-133K Annually

Mid level

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The Role

The role involves leveraging problem-solving frameworks to address business challenges in pharmaceutical R&D focusing on Risk-Based Quality Management executing research for trial design and delivering custom analyses. It includes mentoring junior team members and supporting program management.

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.
What y ou'll d o: Strategy Insights & Planning Associate Consultant in the Insights & Analytics Capability Group will ...
ZS's Strategy Insights and Planning teams partner 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

Leverage structured problem-solving frameworks to develop solutions to complex business challenges across pharmaceutical R&D with a focus on Risk-Based Quality Management (RBQM) and clinical development strategy
Support design and execution of RBQM frameworks including identification of critical-to-quality factors key risks and mitigation strategies across clinical trial portfolios
Assist in structuring and conducting market clinical and operational research to generate insights that inform trial design quality strategy and risk oversight
Design and deliver custom analyses using tools like Excel Access Confirmit and ZS proprietary platforms to support risk monitoring portfolio oversight and decision-making
Contribute to the development of clinical and quality ecosystems including centralized monitoring approaches and scalable platforms for trial oversight
Synthesize and communicate insights to clients through clear executive-ready presentations with emphasis on quality risk and regulatory readiness
Build client relationships and serve as a key point of contact on workstreams related to RBQM quality strategy and clinical transformation
Support program management including tracking risks identifying issues and driving mitigation strategies to ensure successful project delivery
Mentor junior team members and contribute to capability building in RBQM quality management and R&D transformation

What you'll bring:

Bachelor's Master's or PhD in a field with quantitative or analytical coursework such as business economics engineering life sciences or related disciplines
2-5 years of relevant professional experience with prior consulting experience required ideally in pharmaceutical biotech or clinical research settings
Experience or familiarity with Risk-Based Quality Management (RBQM) and/or Quality Risk Management including exposure to clinical trial quality monitoring or risk frameworks
Understanding of clinical development processes and regulatory expectations
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to design custom analyses and translate data into actionable insights
Ability to think strategically about clinical trial portfolios including risk identification oversight and performance tracking
Strong communication skills with the ability to engage both business and clinical stakeholders
High attention to detail with a quality-focused mindset including exposure to SOP-driven environments and audit readiness
Self-starter with strong organizational skills adaptability and a collaborative team-oriented approach
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.
NO AGENCY CALLS PLEASE.
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www.zs.com
Salary: $117500.00 - $133250.00

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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.