Advanced Data Science Consultant

at ZS Associates, Inc. in Evanston, Illinois, United States

Job Description

ZS Associates, Inc. has multiple openings for Advanced Data Science Consultant (ref. Code 22622 in Evanston, IL.  Role may be performed at various unanticipated work locations throughout the US based on company and/or client need.

Duties: Directly oversee, manage, and provide technical and quantitative guidance to junior team members, including degreed Associates, Associate Consultants and Consultants in the United States, requiring an advanced level of skill in data science, business analytics, quantitative methodologies, algorithms and data structures, modeling, and statistical analysis; Direct all aspects of project acquisition and project management using business analytics and/or scientific software and operating systems while applying mathematical and deductive reasoning; Liaise with Project Leadership to define the project scope and budget and develop analytics strategies; Manage client relationships to drive new business development and ensure long term strategic partnerships; Manage both internal and external team communications, including directing internal team status meetings and communicating any changes in deadlines, scope, and timing with client project managers; Provide technical leadership and innovation within projects and practice areas, advising internal groups and leading initiatives on business operations excellence; Develop data science capabilities and offerings that create scale and advance ZS' analytic platform; Supervise business and strategy development activities and cultivate and expand client relationships; Direct recruiting, training, coaching, mentoring, HR-related policies (leave, Performance Improvement Plans, etc.) for subordinates and provide developmental opportunities for team members. May work at various unanticipated locations throughout the U.S.

REQUIREMENTS: Employer will accept a Master's degree or foreign equivalent in Applied Mathematics, Business Analytics, Data Science, Computational Science and Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field and three (3) years of experience in the job offered or in a data analytics-related occupation. Alternatively, will accept a Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Applied Mathematics, Business Analytics, Data Science, Computational Science and Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field and five (5) years of progressive, post-baccalaureate experience in the job offered or in a data analytics-related occupation.

Related degree and/or experience and/or skills required.

Benefits: ZS offers a comprehensive total rewards package including health and well-being, financial planning, annual leave, personal growth and professional development. Our robust skills development programs, multiple career progression options and internal mobility paths and collaborative culture empowers you to thrive as an individual and global team member.

To apply, please send resume to the following email address careers@ZS.com & include the job order number visible to you above in the subject line of the email.  It is important to include the job order number in the subject line of the email. Also include the Ref code number: 22622.