ZS Discovery partners with pharmaceutical and biotech clients to accelerate the discovery of safer, more effective therapeutics with a higher chance of reaching patients and improving their lives. We combine scientific expertise, advanced analytics, AI and strategic consulting to help research organisations become more productive, more data-driven, and make more confident and robust decisions. The Copenhagen team is intentionally hybrid: scientific depth, AI capability, technical skills, and business context in the same people.
What you'll do:
- Multi-modal data integration across omics, imaging, assay and clinical data
- AI-driven discovery workflows and agentic systems, including target discovery, biomarker ranking and patient stratification
- Knowledge graphs and data foundation design (e.g., ontologies, semantic search, GraphRAG)
- Bioinformatics pipeline engineering (e.g., Nextflow, cloud-native, reproducible workflows)
- Translational science and biomarker development, connecting discovery data to clinical decisions
- Own discrete workstreams end-to-end
- Design and implement components such as RAG pipelines, knowledge-graph elements, agentic workflows, or data-integration solutions
- Develop client-ready deliverables (slides, structured outputs, written summaries) that clearly communicate insights and recommendations
- Contribute to points of view (PoVs), case studies, and proposal materials, helping translate project experience into reusable intellectual capital
- Participate in client discussions and present findings
- Build reusable assets (prompts, templates, accelerators) that compound across projects
What You'll Bring:
- Master's or PhD preferred in bioinformatics, computational biology, AI/ML, systems biology, chemoinformatics or similar
- 2+ years consulting experience for the Life Sciences sector within Bioinformatics
- Consulting mindset: structured problem solving, clear written and verbal communication, comfort with ambiguity
- Business understanding: ability to connect technical work to a decision a client actually has to make
- Strong coding foundation in Python (and ideally R, SQL, or workflow languages like Nextflow/WDL)
- 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 Denmark , visit ZS Denmark 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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Skills Required
- At least 2 years of consulting experience in the life sciences sector within bioinformatics
- Strong coding foundation in Python
- Master's or PhD in bioinformatics, computational biology, AI/ML, systems biology, chemoinformatics, or a similar field
- Experience with R, SQL, or workflow languages such as Nextflow or WDL
- Structured problem-solving skills and clear written and verbal communication
- Ability to connect technical work to client business decisions
- Fluency in English
- Ability to work collaboratively and solve problems effectively
ZS Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Medical through UMR/UnitedHealthcare with CVS Caremark, fully covered vision exams with an eyewear allowance, robust dental (including orthodontia), and multiple mental‑health options (Talkspace, Bend Health, EAP) indicate a broad, high‑quality package. Additional programs like Sword for musculoskeletal care and company‑paid life and disability coverage further reinforce the depth of health protections.
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Parental & Family Support — Family‑forming and hormonal‑health coverage via Carrot is described up to $95,000, alongside adoption support, backup care for children/elders/pets, and Milk Stork for business‑traveling parents. Paid family leave is outlined at 10 weeks, with birth mothers potentially reaching up to 16 weeks when combined with the Family Leave Program.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Vacation starts at 15 days per year and increases to 20 days after 36 months, paired with 11 company holidays and a floating holiday. Sick leave with rollover and bereavement provisions add practical flexibility around time away.
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What We Do
ZS is a management consulting and technology firm that partners with companies to improve 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. Founded in 1983, ZS has more than 15,000+ employees in over 40 offices worldwide.
Why Work With Us
ZS is home to passionate people who embrace innovative thinking, collaboration and a client-first mindset. Welcome to a company where new ideas are celebrated, curiosity is welcomed, learning opportunities are abundant and colleagues become lifelong connections.
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