Translational Science Lead, AI-Driven Biotech Solutions

ZS; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

ZS Discovery partners with pharmaceutical and biotech clients to accelerate translational science and patient-centered prediction. You will own an account and help shape offerings across AI, bioinformatics and data analytics to deliver high-impact translational medicine outcomes.

You'll lead a global translational science team, engage senior R&D leaders to validate market demand, and develop repeatable methodologies that scale across engagements.

Qualifications

• PhD, MD, or equivalent in a translational science field.
• 10+ years pharma R&D with biomarker or translational focus.
• Experience spanning discovery to clinical entry.
• Familiarity with trial biospecimens, PD/ctDNA/MRD, real-world evidence and multi-omics.
• Proven track record in consulting or leading growing offerings.
• Strong analytical mindset and computational orientation, incl. AI.

Responsibilities

• Refine and extend translational science offerings, with repeatable frameworks.
• Engage senior R&D leaders to prove market demand and build a pipeline.
• Move capabilities from point solutions to scalable practice.
• Develop and expand the global translational science team.
• Establish external credibility via thought leadership and publications.
• Leverage AI, bioinformatics and data excellence to drive solutions.
• Serve as a credible partner translating scientific challenges into actionable solutions.

Skills

Consulting experience

AI in translational science

Translational data expertise

Biomarker knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Business development / offering dev

Leadership in translational science

Education

PhD/MD or equivalent in translational science or related

10+ years pharma R&D experience

Job description

ZS Discovery partners with pharmaceutical and biotech clients to accelerate translational science and patient-centered prediction. You will own an account and help shape offerings across AI, bioinformatics and data analytics to deliver high-impact translational medicine outcomes.

You'll lead a global translational science team, engage senior R&D leaders to validate market demand, and develop repeatable methodologies that scale across engagements.