ZS Associates is seeking a Decision Analytics Associate - Bioinformatician to join our team in Buenos Aires, where you will apply bioinformatics expertise to drive data-driven decisions in life sciences and healthcare projects. This role offers an opportunity to leverage advanced analytics and computational biology to support client strategies in a dynamic consulting environment.

As a Decision Analytics Associate - Bioinformatician at ZS Associates, you will play a pivotal role in transforming complex biological and genomic data into actionable insights for our clients in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and healthcare sectors. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement bioinformatics workflows, analyze large-scale datasets from sources like NGS (Next-Generation Sequencing), and develop predictive models to support drug discovery, clinical trials, and personalized medicine initiatives.

Your responsibilities will include data preprocessing and quality control, building custom algorithms for variant calling and pathway analysis, and integrating multi-omics data to uncover patterns that inform strategic decisions. You will work closely with domain experts to translate bioinformatics findings into business recommendations, ensuring our clients can accelerate innovation and improve patient outcomes.

ZS Associates values innovation and collaboration, providing you with state-of-the-art tools and resources to excel in this role. This position is ideal for a motivated professional passionate about the intersection of biology, data science, and consulting, offering exposure to cutting-edge projects in a global firm.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Computer Science, or a related field
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R for data analysis and bioinformatics pipelines
• Experience with genomic data analysis, sequence alignment, and tools like BLAST, GATK, or Bioconductor
• Strong knowledge of statistical methods and machine learning applied to biological datasets
• Familiarity with databases like SQL and big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark)
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to communicate complex findings to non-technical stakeholders
• Prior experience in consulting or life sciences industry is a plus

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage for employees and dependents
• Flexible remote work options with hybrid model support
• Professional development opportunities including certifications and training programs
• Generous paid time off and parental leave policies
• Access to global projects and career advancement in a leading consulting firm
• Wellness programs and employee assistance services