ZS's R&D Excellence Practice brings together experts in Strategy, Clinical Execution, Data Sciences and Technology to empower client organizations achieve their passion for patient care, science and business success. Through our "Lifecycle Evidence Strategy", "Clinical Trial Optimization", "Medical Affairs" and "Real World Evidence" services, we deliver impact where it matters, from early drug development to commercialization. This role will be aligned with ZS R&D Excellence Practice Area supporting our Technology and Platform services across multiple clients.

ZS is seeking a Tech Project Delivery Manager to lead a high-velocity team focused on the future of Biometrics and Clinical Data. We are looking for a delivery leader who excels at navigating the "how" of technical execution without losing sight of the "why" in the clinical domain-and who can operate with depth, speed, and accountability in a consulting environment.

What You'll Do

• Lead Strategic Delivery: Own the end-to-end SDLC for high-impact R&D technology programs, with a focus on Biometrics, Clinical Data Repositories (CDR), and Statistical Computing Environments (SCE). Be accountable for delivery quality, timelines, and technical decision-making.
• Build and Run a Specialized Squad: Recruit, coach, and manage a high-performing team of technologists. Drive day-to-day execution, skill development, and delivery rigor across multiple concurrent workstreams.
• Bridge Strategy & Tech: Act as a hands-on liaison between senior stakeholders and engineering teams-translating clinical and business needs into executable roadmaps, detailed plans, and well-scoped technical solutions.
• Global Orchestration: Lead offshore-first delivery in a fast-paced, global model. Own execution cadence, risk management, and escalation, while ensuring compliance with GxP and client quality standards.
• Client Influence: Serve as a trusted delivery partner to clients-guiding them on clinical data strategy, platform modernization, and the technical implementation of future-ready biometrics solutions.

What You'll Bring

• Education: Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, MIS, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Proven Delivery Leadership: 10+ years of experience leading technology programs in a consulting environment, including direct ownership of scope, staffing, timelines, and delivery outcomes.
• SDLC & Execution Depth: 8+ years leading teams through full SDLC, with demonstrated ability to manage delivery risk, architectural trade-offs, and evolving requirements.
• R&D Literacy: 8+ years in Life Sciences R&D, with strong working knowledge of:
• Clinical Data Standards: CDASH, SDTM, ADaM, OMOP, FHIR, HL7
• Patient Data Systems: EDC, ePRO, Labs, CDMS
• Biometrics Platforms: Hands-on experience delivering CDR and/or SCE solutions
• Executive Presence: Strong communication and influence skills, with the ability to engage deeply with technical teams while credibly presenting senior client and internal leadership.

How You'll Grow

• Custom Learning Pathways: Structured development to deepen both leadership capabilities and advanced R&D technology expertise.
• Career S-Curves: Multiple growth paths across people leadership, complex program ownership, and cross-functional roles.
• Global Impact: Shape how leading life sciences organizations modernize biometrics and clinical data at scale.

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.