ZS · 1 month ago
Strategy Insights & Planning Consultant - Clinical Operations
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expZS is a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and delivering better outcomes. The Strategy Insights & Planning Consultant will leverage analytic and communication skills to deliver high-quality solutions, support clients in change initiatives, and provide insights in clinical operations.
ConsultingManagement ConsultingMarketing
Responsibilities
Contribute clinical operations expertise to internal knowledge development and capability building in areas such as Good Clinical Practice (GCP), ICH guidelines, and trial risk monitoring
Advise on R&D business process enhancements based on experience/best practices, business knowledge, and gaps in current vs. future state in one or more of the following R&D domains: Clinical, Quality, Regulatory, and/or Safety
Lead project delivery execution by ensuring progress, organizing project data and coordinating team meetings focused on:
Clinical data quality and management
Site performance and trial efficiency
Operational risk mitigation and process optimization
Global Clinical operations
Biometrics
Design and execute qualitative and/or quantitative analyses to test and analyze hypotheses (e.g., stakeholder interviews, operational data reviews, workshops, risk analysis) to generate actionable insights
Synthesize findings, develop recommendations and communicate results to clients and internal teams
Support internal capabilities and client business development
Coach the cross-functional, regional and global project teams on the business perspective and data domain to inform key project decisions
Coach and mentor teams, conduct & develop training programs to contribute to capability building and knowledge sharing
Qualification
Required
MBA with bachelor's (and often graduate) degrees with a strong academic record in Life Sciences, Public health or related field. Alternatively, candidates may possess a PhD in a related field with a business application. In lieu of an MBA or PhD, 5-8 years of relevant work experience may substitute
Strong knowledge of clinical processes across functions such as regulatory, safety, quality, GCO and biostatistics
Motivation, good work ethic, maturity and personal initiative
Aptitude for, and enjoyment of, leading and managing teams
Effective oral and written communication skills that enable personal impact with senior-level decision makers
Empathy, adaptability and high personal impact
Strong attention to detail, with a quality-focused mindset
Analytic problem solving skills, with a creative and innovative outlook
Client service orientation
Fluency in English
Client-first mentality
Intense work ethic
Collaborative spirit and problem-solving approach
Preferred
At least 5 years of experience in clinical operations consulting or operational roles within pharma/biotech
Hands-on experience in one or more areas: Clinical trial management, Data management and analytics, Drug development process consulting, Biostatistics or precision medicine, eCTD content authoring, Human bio-sample management, Global clinical operations
Experience with end-to-end SaaS implementation, Product Management, and/or GxP Product Validation and Testing for one or more of the CTMS, EDC, eTMF, EHR/eSource, QMS, RIM, SIS
Benefits
Health and well-being
Financial planning
Annual leave
Personal growth and professional development
Robust skills development programs
Multiple career progression options
Internal mobility paths
Collaborative culture
Company
ZS is a management consulting and technology firm that partners with companies to improve life and how we live it.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Principal
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Principal
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