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Zs Associates
London
1 month ago
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ZS is a place where passion changes lives. As amanagement consulting and technology firm focused on improving lifeand how we live it, our most valuable asset is our people. Here,you’ll work side-by-side with a collective of thinkers and expertsshaping solutions for patients, caregivers, and consumersworldwide. ZSers drive impact by bringing a client-first mentalityto each engagement, developing custom solutions and technologyproducts that create value and deliver results across criticalareas of their business. Bring your curiosity for learning, boldideas, courage, and passion to drive life-changing impact at ZS.Our most valuable asset is our people. At ZS, we honor the visibleand invisible elements of our identities, personal experiences, andbelief systems—the ones that comprise us as individuals, shape whowe are, and make us unique. We believe your personal interests,identities, and desire to learn are part of your success here.Learn more about our diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts andthe networks ZS supports to assist our ZSers in cultivatingcommunity spaces, obtaining resources, and sharing messages theyare passionate about. Strategy Insights & Planning Consultant -R&D Clinical Strategy Insights & Planning Consultants(SIPCs) create and deliver solutions for our clients and projectteams. SIPCs leverage their analytic, synthesis, and communicationskills to derive insights and solve business problems. They applyproblem-solving frameworks to client issues, support changeinitiatives, and employ analytic techniques to guide decisions.What You'll Do: 1. Leverage knowledge of Life Sciences R&Dorganizations, data, systems, processes, and stakeholder types toaid analyses and recommendations; 2. Manage multiple projects withsignificant direct client interaction; 3. Apply advanced analyticsand data management knowledge on clinical data sources to provideinsights for Clinical Trial Optimization; 4. Represent R&Dbusiness in Clinical Trial Optimization, driving innovation,business case development, and needs assessment workshops; 5. Buildongoing client relationships with key stakeholders, includingpresentations; 6. Manage and advise on clinical needs assessments,defining business and functional requirements followinguser-centric design practices; 7. Drive methodology and frameworksfor Clinical Trial Optimization solutions; 8. Advise on clinicalbusiness process enhancements based on best practices and gapsanalysis; 9. Coach cross-functional teams on business and datadomains to inform decisions; 10. Develop training programs to buildcapabilities and share knowledge. What You'll Bring: - Bachelor'sor higher degree in business, medical, life sciences, engineering,applied math, statistics, or related fields; or a Master's/PhD inpharmaceutical sciences or decision sciences with businessapplication; - 4-8 years of relevant experience; - Strongmotivation, work ethic, maturity, and initiative; - Excellentcommunication skills; - Empathy, adaptability, and high personalimpact; - Attention to detail and quality focus; - Self-disciplinein planning and organizing; - Enjoyment and aptitude for teamleadership. Perks & Benefits: Comprehensive rewards includinghealth, well-being, financial planning, growth, and developmentprograms. Flexible work arrangements combining remote and on-sitework. Travel is required for client-facing roles, offeringopportunities to build relationships and gain diverse experiences.Considering applying? We value diversity and inclusion, encouragingcandidates from all backgrounds to apply, even if they don't meet100% of the requirements. ZS is an equal opportunity employer. ToComplete Your Application: Applicants must have or obtain workauthorization, and submit an online application with transcripts.NO AGENCY CALLS, PLEASE. Learn more at:www.zs.com#J-18808-Ljbffr

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