ZS Associates

Advanced Data Science Manager

ZS Associates$130K — $160K *
Technical Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • PhD in Computer Science, Statistics or related field;
  • 8+ years of post-collegiate work experience; 10+ years without a PhD;
  • Preferred MBA or Executive MBA;
  • Experience with big data and advanced analytics methodologies;
  • Proficiency in programming languages like Python/R;
  • Strong understanding of cloud platforms like AWS/Azure;
  • Demonstrated business development skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a team of data scientists in client projects;
  • Develop data science strategies in alignment with organizational goals;
  • Drive strategy development and client relationships through project execution;
  • Identify and develop new business opportunities;
  • Manage multiple projects, enhancing analytic and project management skills;
  • Contribute to the creation of advanced data science capabilities;
  • Provide thought leadership through research and publications.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive total rewards package for health and well-being;
  • Support for financial future and time away;
  • Robust skills-building and professional development programs;
  • Multiple career progression paths and internal mobility;
  • Collaborative work culture focused on meaningful impact.
Full Job Description
What you'll do: Advanced Data Science Manager in AI will...

  • Lead and mentor a team of data scientists, providing guidance and support to ensure the successful execution of client projects.
  • Develop and implement data science strategies that align with the overall goals of the AI team and the organization.
  • Drive business and strategy development through project delivery and client relationship management;
  • Develop/sell new business opportunities
  • Direct multiple projects simultaneously, honing analytic and project management skills;
  • Play a key role in development of data science capabilities and offerings that create scale and advance our analytic platform;
  • Motivate, coach and serve as a role model for project team members
  • Provide thought leadership and innovation through research and publication.


What you'll bring:
  • PhD degree in Computer Science, Statistics or related discipline;
  • 8+ years of relevant post-collegiate work experience; in lieu of a PhD, 10+ years of work experience may substitute.
  • MBA or Executive MBA (on top of data science education) is preferred
  • Experience with big data, claims analytics, advanced analytics concepts and algorithms (e.g. text mining, social listening, recommender systems, predictive modeling, Gen AI, proficiency with large language models etc.);
  • Relevant programming background (e.g. Python/R);
  • Strong understanding of relevant tools/platforms (e.g. cloud platforms such AWS/Azure);
  • Proven track record of business development
  • Agile project planning and project management experience;
  • Team management and skill development experience;
  • Relevant domain knowledge preferred; (healthcare, pharma);
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills;
  • Strong attention to detail, with a research-focused mindset;
  • Excellent critical thinking and problem solving skills
  • Fluency in English
  • Client-first mentality
  • Intense work ethic
  • Collaborative spirit and problem-solving approach

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.

About ZS Associates

ZS is a professional services firm that works side by side with companies to help develop and deliver products that drive customer value and company results. From R&D to portfolio strategy, customer insights, marketing and sales strategy, operations and technology, we leverage our deep industry expertise and leading-edge analytics to create solutions that work in the real world. Our most valuable asset is our people?a fact that?s reflected in our values-driven organization in which new perspectives are integral and new ideas are celebrated. ZSers are passionately committed to helping companies and their customers thrive in industries ranging from healthcare and life sciences, to high-tech, financial services, travel and transportation, and beyond.
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10,000 employees
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Founded
1983

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