Senior Quantitative Research Associate

ZS; Princeton (NJ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total rewards package

Career progression paths

Global collaboration culture

Job summary

ZS is a leading global management consulting and technology firm dedicated to improving life sciences outcomes. The role focuses on quantitative research, analysis, and designing studies to address healthcare and life sciences business questions.

You will collaborate with consulting teams to translate complex data into actionable client recommendations, develop analytics deliverables, and contribute to multiple client engagements while traveling as needed.

Qualifications

• At least 2 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).

Responsibilities

• Conduct quantitative research and analysis using survey methods, experimental designs, and advanced statistical techniques.
• Support the design and execution of statistically rigorous research studies to address business questions across healthcare and life sciences.
• Apply quantitative methodologies to analyze data, generate insights, and inform client recommendations.
• Collaborate with consulting teams to interpret research findings and translate results into clear, actionable insights.
• Develop high-quality analytical deliverables, presentations, and data visualizations for client engagements.
• Partner with onshore and offshore teams to ensure the accuracy, quality, and consistency of research outputs.
• Communicate analytical findings and complex concepts to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Contribute to multiple client engagements by providing quantitative research, analytical support, and problem‑solving expertise.
• Assist in the development of surveys, experiments, and other research approaches to evaluate market, customer, and business questions.
• Maintain high standards of analytical rigor, quality assurance, and attention to detail throughout the research process.

Skills

Quantitative research

Survey design

Experimental design

Statistical analysis

Statistical programming

Education

Master’s degree or higher in Statistics/Data Science/Public Health/Economics/Psychology/Behavioral Science/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

• Conduct quantitative research and analysis using survey methods, experimental designs, and advanced statistical techniques.
• Support the design and execution of statistically rigorous research studies to address business questions across healthcare and life sciences.
• Apply quantitative methodologies to analyze data, generate insights, and inform client recommendations.
• Collaborate with consulting teams to interpret research findings and translate results into clear, actionable insights.
• Develop high-quality analytical deliverables, presentations, and data visualizations for client engagements.
• Partner with onshore and offshore teams to ensure the accuracy, quality, and consistency of research outputs.
• Communicate analytical findings and complex concepts to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Contribute to multiple client engagements by providing quantitative research, analytical support, and problem‑solving expertise.
• Assist in the development of surveys, experiments, and other research approaches to evaluate market, customer, and business questions.
• Maintain high standards of analytical rigor, quality assurance, and attention to detail throughout the research process.

What you’ll bring

• At least 2 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.

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.

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.