ZS Associates

Decision Analytics Associate Consultant - HEOR Value and Evidence Communication

ZS Associates$80K — $110K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Graduate-level degree (Master's or higher, such as a PhD) with 2-3 years of relevant work experience in biostatistics, epidemiology, public health, or a related field
  • 1-4 years of research, publications, or consulting experience (including graduate work), with PhD possibly substituting for experience
  • Demonstrated experience in designing, conducting, and publishing scientific research
  • Strong knowledge of statistical methods and analysis, with the capability to design analyses
  • Exceptional scientific writing skills, particularly in drafting or reviewing manuscripts
  • Outstanding attention to detail and commitment to scientific rigor
  • Ability to communicate complex findings into clear insights for diverse audiences

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop systematic literature reviews and global value communication documents
  • Create and oversee real-world evidence research studies, including protocols and analysis plans
  • Write, edit, and review scientific publications for peer-reviewed journals
  • Collaborate with global teams to execute statistical analyses effectively
  • Interpret and communicate scientific findings in alignment with client goals
  • Engage directly with clients, ensuring alignment of study outputs with strategic objectives
  • Provide project updates and create deliverables for clients

Benefits

  • Comprehensive rewards package supporting health and well-being, financial future, and professional development
  • Robust skills-building and career progression programs
  • Flexible hybrid working model that combines remote work with on-site client meetings
  • Opportunities for diverse travel experiences and professional growth
  • Valuable training programs aimed at cross-functional skills development and career advancement
Full Job Description
What You'll Do: Decision Analytics Associate Consultant - HEOR Value and Evidence Communication in the Medical & Evidence Practice Area will..
  • Design and develop systematic literature reviews (SLR), global value dossiers(GVD), Academy of managed care pharmacy dossiers (AMCP), policy papers, and other value and evidence communication documents
  • Design and develop real-world evidence research studies, including study protocols, statistical analysis plans, and manuscript outlines
  • Write, edit, and review scientific publications intended for peer-reviewed journals, including manuscripts.
  • Collaborate with global delivery teams (e.g., statisticians, programmers) to execute statistical analyses
  • Interpret and communicate scientific and analytical findings in a way that is clear, accurate, and aligned to the client's objectives
  • Engage directly with clients, including epidemiologists, biostatisticians, and medical affairs leaders, to align study outputs with strategic goals
  • Provide client and ZS teams project status updates.
  • Create project deliverables and implement solutions.
  • Advance problem-solving skills and improve ZS's capabilities;
  • Guide and mentor Associates on teams.

What You'll Bring
  • Graduate-level degree (Master's or higher, such as a PhD) with 2-3 years of relevant work experience, and strong academic grounding in biostatistics, epidemiology, public health, health economics, or a related quantitative field
  • 1-4 years of relevant experience in research, publications, or consulting (can include graduate work); PhD may substitute for post-graduate experience
  • Demonstrated experience designing, conducting, and publishing scientific research (e.g., peer-reviewed publications, poster presentations)
  • Knowledge of statistical methods and analysis, with ability to design analyses (programming can be supported by others)
  • Strong scientific writing skills and experience drafting or reviewing manuscripts for publication
  • Exceptional attention to detail and high standards for scientific rigor
  • Ability to translate technical findings into clear insights for diverse audiences, including commercial and medical teams
  • Strong collaboration skills and a passion for working across functions and disciplines
  • 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.

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.

Find Out More At:
www.zs.com

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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1983

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