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Decision Analytics Associate

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ZS

Dec 1

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Consulting
    Data
  • Pune

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or master's degree required in any discipline with strong record of academic success in quantitative and analytic coursework such as operations research, applied mathematics, management science, data science, statistics, econometrics or engineering.
  • Up to 3 years of relevant post-collegiate job experience.
  • Fluency in English.
  • Knowledge of programming (e.g., Java/Python/R).
  • Exposure to tools/platforms (e.g., Hadoop eco system and database systems).
  • Demonstrated proficiency in a programming language or analytic tool such as R, SAS, Tableau, or VBA.
  • High motivation, good work ethic, maturity, and personal initiative.
  • Effective oral and written communication skills.
  • Empathy, adaptability, and emotional intelligence.
  • Strong attention to detail, with a quality-focused mindset.
  • Self-discipline for planning and organizing tasks.
  • Aptitude for, and enjoyment of, working in teams.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and apply advanced statistical models that help clients understand dynamic business issues.
  • Leverage analytic techniques to use data to guide client and ZS team decision-making.
  • Design custom analyses in R, Tableau, SAS, Visual Basic and Excel to investigate and inform client needs.
  • Synthesize and communicate results to clients and ZS teams through oral and written presentations.
  • Develop client relationships and serve as key point of contact on aspects of projects.
  • Provide client and ZS teams project status updates.
  • Create project deliverables and implement solutions.
  • Advance problem-solving skills and improve ZS’s capabilities.
  • Guide and mentor Associates on teams.

FAQs

What is the role of a Decision Analytics Associate at ZS?

The role involves developing and applying advanced statistical models, leveraging analytic techniques to guide decision-making, designing custom analyses, synthesizing results, developing client relationships, and mentoring team members.

What educational background is required for this position?

A Bachelor's or master's degree in any discipline with a strong record of academic success in quantitative and analytic coursework such as operations research, applied mathematics, data science, or statistics is required.

How much work experience is needed for this job?

Up to 3 years of relevant post-collegiate job experience is preferred.

What technical skills are required for this position?

Candidates should have knowledge of programming languages (such as Java, Python, or R) and proficiency in analytic tools like R, SAS, Tableau, or VBA.

Is fluency in English required for this role?

Yes, fluency in English is required.

What personal attributes are looked for in a candidate?

High motivation, good work ethic, maturity, empathy, adaptability, strong attention to detail, and effective communication skills are important.

Are there opportunities for professional growth within ZS?

Yes, ZS offers robust skills development programs, multiple career progression options, and internal mobility paths.

What kind of work environment can employees expect at ZS?

ZS promotes a flexible and connected work environment that combines remote work and on-site presence at clients' or ZS offices.

Are there any specific application requirements?

Candidates must provide a complete online application, including a full set of transcripts (official or unofficial), and possess work authorization for their intended country of employment.

Does ZS support diversity and inclusion?

Yes, ZS is committed to building a diverse and inclusive company where individuals from all backgrounds can bring their passions and contribute to life-changing impacts.

Impact where it matters

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10,001+
Employees
1983
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Mission & Purpose

ZS is the place where ambitions are welcomed and where passion changes lives. As a management consulting and technology firm focused on transforming healthcare and beyond, we invite you to grow with our global team of bright minds. At ZS, we believe that making an impact demands a different approach; and that’s why here your ideas elevate actions, and here you’ll have the freedom to define your own path and pursue cutting-edge work. Join us and work side-by-side with like-minded people who rise in care of humanity’s greatest challenges to define what’s next.

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