Data Concierge - Associate Consultant

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 you'll do:

Develop an in-depth understanding and expertise in the global healthcare data landscape, including key data assets available at ZS and through our partnerships with data vendors
Collaborate with ZS stakeholders, including client service teams and practice areas, to identify and translate their business needs into data requirements
Engage with data providers/sources to effectively address the evolving needs of the business teams
Assist in the exploration and development of innovative data options in collaboration with team members and data partners
Present and explain data alternatives to ZS stakeholders, facilitate the selection and implementation of optimal data solutions, and guide them through ZS compliant data access processes
Manage and document requests and activities thoroughly. Execute reporting tasks to ensure accurate and timely delivery of information
Collaborate with an extended global team of diverse skill sets (knowledge management, data technologists, business operations, etc.)
Support research initiatives, internal projects, and marketing endeavors while ensuring seamless communication
Oversee day to day team activities & reporting tasks to ensure accurate and timely delivery of information
Mentor/coach junior members in the team
Support efforts towards driving utilization for data assets available at ZS
Adhere and supervise team members' adherence to compliance standards in all activities

What you'll bring:

Minimum of a Bachelor's degree (with a quantitative focus such as Biology, Physics, Business, Analytics) with strong academic performance
3-4 years of relevant job experience; prior experience in Data Strategy/management and Life Science, working with consultancy firms, life science companies, or healthcare data providers preferred
Knowledge of healthcare data and experience of its practical applications (e.g., patient-level EMR, claims, omics, data and experience with RWD/RWE projects or omics data) preferred
Ability to translate unstructured problems into actionable requirements and approaches
Self-starter, with high motivation, maturity, and personal initiative
Strong oral and written communication skills
Empathy, adaptability, and customer service orientation
Self-discipline for planning and organizing tasks, and delivering in an unstructured environment
Ability to multi-task and manage competing priorities, in a fast-paced context
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 India, visit ZS India 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.

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