Quantitative Methodologist- Market Research

ZS; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ZS is a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and how we live it. This role leads quantitative research studies across healthcare and life sciences engagements, partnering with client service teams to translate analytics into clear, actionable insights.

You’ll oversee offshore work, serve as a subject‑matter expert, and present complex concepts to diverse stakeholders. With a minimum of 5 years’ experience and a Master’s degree in a relevant field, you’ll leverage

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of relevant industry or applied experience.
• Master’s degree or higher in Statistics, Data Science, Public Health (MPH), Economics, Psychology, Behavioral Science, or Business Analytics.
• Strong foundation in advanced statistics and experimental design.
• Hands-on experience conducting quantitative market research, including survey design, analysis, and interpretation.
• Experience with at least one statistical programming platform (Excel, R, Python preferred).
• Experience applying quantitative methods within the healthcare or life sciences industry strongly preferred.
• Strong structured thinking, attention to detail, and ability to work across multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to explain technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• High motivation, intellectual curiosity, collaborative, client-first mindset.
• Fluency in English
• Client-first mentality
• Intense work ethic
• Collaborative spirit and problem-solving approach

Responsibilities

• Lead design of statistically rigorous studies including survey research, experimental designs, and advanced quantitative methodologies.
• Apply advanced statistical and experimental design techniques to address complex business questions across healthcare and life sciences.
• Partner with client service teams to shape quantitative research strategies and translate findings into actionable insights.
• Provide methodological oversight and quality assurance for work executed by offshore teams.
• Act as a subject matter expert bridging strategy, analytics, and execution across engagements.
• Communicate complex analytical concepts effectively to non-technical client stakeholders through storytelling and presentations.

Skills

Quantitative research

Statistical analysis

Experiment design

Survey design

Data visualization

Statistical programming

Excel

R

Python

Stakeholder communication

Education

Master’s degree or higher in Statistics, Data Science, Public Health (MPH), Economics, Psychology, Behavioral Science, or Business Analytics

Tools

Excel

R

Python

Job description

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:

• Serve as a quantitative research expert, leading the design of statistically rigorous studies including survey research, experimental designs, and advanced quantitative methodologies.
• Apply advanced statistical and experimental design techniques to address complex business questions across healthcare and life sciences clients.
• Partner with client service teams to shape quantitative research strategies, interpret results, and translate findings into clear, actionable insights.
• Provide methodological oversight and quality assurance for work executed by offshore teams, ensuring analytical rigor and clarity of final outputs.
• Act as asubject matter expert, bridging strategy, analytics, and execution across multiple engagements and CSTs.
• Communicate complex analytical concepts effectively to non‑technical client stakeholders through clear storytelling and structured presentations.

What you’ll bring:

• At least 5 years of relevant industry or applied experience
• Master’s degree or higher in: Statistics, Data Science, Public Health (MPH), Economics, Psychology, Behavioral Science, Business Analytics
• Strong foundation in advanced statistics and experimental design.
• Demonstrated hands‑on experience conducting quantitative market research, including survey design, analysis, and interpretation.
• Expertise in at least one statistical programming platform, with strong preference for Excel,R ,Python
• Experience applying quantitative methods within the healthcare or life sciences industry strongly preferred.
• Strong structured thinking, attention to detail, and comfort working across multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• High motivation, intellectual curiosity, and a collaborative, client‑first mindset.
• 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.

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.

Work Authorization:

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must have authorization to work in the United States that does not now or in the future require employer sponsorship.