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ZS - Technical Delivery Manager - Biometrics & Clinical Data

ZS Associates
10 - 15 Years
Multiple Locations

Posted on: 06/04/2026

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Job Description

Description
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ZS is seeking a Technical Delivery Manager to lead a high-velocity team focused on the future of Biometrics and Clinical Data. We are looking for a delivery leader who excels at navigating the how of technical execution without losing sight of the why in the clinical domain - and who can operate with depth, speed, and accountability in a consulting environment.

What You Will Do
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- Lead Strategic Delivery
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Own the end-to-end SDLC for high-impact R&D technology programs, with a focus on Biometrics, Clinical Data Repositories (CDR), and Statistical Computing Environments (SCE). Be accountable for delivery quality, timelines, and technical decision-making.


- Build and Run a Specialized Squad
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Recruit, coach, and manage a high-performing team of technologists. Drive day-to-day execution, skill development, and delivery rigor across multiple concurrent workstreams.


- Bridge Strategy & Tech
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Act as a hands-on liaison between senior stakeholders and engineering teams translating clinical and business needs into executable roadmaps, detailed plans, and well-scoped technical solutions.


- Global Orchestration
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Lead offshore-first delivery in a fast-paced, global model. Own execution cadence, risk management, and escalation, while ensuring compliance with GxP and client quality standards.


- Client Influence
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Serve as a trusted delivery partner to clients guiding them on clinical data strategy, platform modernization, and the technical implementation of future-ready biometrics solutions.

What You Will Bring
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- Education
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Bachelors or masters degree in Computer Science, MIS, Business Administration, or a related discipline.


- Proven Delivery Leadership
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10+ years of experience leading technology programs in a consulting environment, including direct ownership of scope, staffing, timelines, and delivery outcomes.


- SDLC & Execution Depth
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8+ years leading teams through full SDLC, with demonstrated ability to manage delivery risk, architectural trade-offs, and evolving requirements.


- R&D Literacy
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8+ years in Life Sciences R&D, with strong working knowledge of
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1. Clinical Data Standards
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CDASH, SDTM, ADaM, OMOP, FHIR, HL7

2. Patient Data Systems
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EDC, ePRO, Labs, CDMS


3. Biometrics Platforms
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Hands-on experience delivering CDR and/or SCE solutions


4. Executive Presence
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Strong communication and influence skills, with the ability to engage deeply with technical teams while credibly presenting to senior client and internal leadership.

How You Will Grow
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- Custom Learning Pathways
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Structured development to deepen both leadership capabilities and advanced R&D technology expertise.


- Career S-Curves
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Multiple growth paths across people leadership, complex program ownership, and cross-functional roles.


- Global Impact
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Shape how leading life sciences organizations modernize biometrics and clinical data at scale.


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