Decision Analytics Solutions Associate - Discovery

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.
ZS Discovery partners with leading life sciences organizations to accelerate R&D innovation and transform early-stage research into impactful treatments.
We are seeking an Associate Data Engineer for a techno-functional role supporting Discovery and Early R&D clients. This position is ideal for someone early in their career who is motivated to work at the intersection of science, technology, and business consulting.
You will collaborate closely with bioinformaticians and scientists to design and implement scalable data solutions that enable cutting-edge drug discovery research. While a background in biology is not required, a strong interest in biomedical research , biology, or pharmaceutical R&D is essential to thrive in this collaborative and mission-driven environment.
What You'll Do

• • Collaborate with bioinformaticians and scientists to understand data needs and translate them into scalable engineering solutions.
  • Design, build, and maintain data pipelines and workflows to support biological data processing and analysis.
  • Develop and optimize data storage solutions, ensuring accessibility, reliability, and performance across diverse datasets.
  • Apply engineering best practices - including version control, automated testing, documentation, and continuous integration/deployment to ensure reproducibility, maintainability, and quality of scientific data workflows.
  • Work with structured and unstructured biological data, applying programming skills and system design thinking to integrate and transform data from multiple sources. (Python, Pandas, R, Tidyverse, SQL, Spark, DataBricks)
  • Contribute to the development of cloud-based and distributed data and software solutions that support scalable and efficient research operations.
  • Participate in cross-functional discussions, bringing a technical perspective to help solve scientific challenges in drug discovery and early-stage R&D.

What You'll Bring

• • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Bioinformatics, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Informatics Engineering or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
  • Experience designing and building data pipelines using ETL frameworks or custom workflow solutions
  • Proficiency in Python and databases, with familiarity in additional languages considered a plus
  • Exposure to big data concepts and distributed processing frameworks
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms and containerization tools
  • Basic software engineering practices such as version control and CI/CD
  • Understanding of data modeling, architecture, and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) principles, especially in the context of scientific or biomedical data
  • 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 Argentina , visit ZS Argentina 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.
ZS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities without regard to any class protected by applicable law.
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.
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