Associate, Life Sciences

General Atlantic•New York, NY

2d•$150,000 - $160,000

About The Position

General Atlantic is seeking a Life Sciences investor to join its New York-based investment team. The role offers exposure to all stages of the investment process, including evaluating investment opportunities and themes in biopharma and life sciences, conducting technical diligence, supporting deal execution, and working with portfolio companies. The successful candidate will apply scientific expertise and relevant industry experience to help drive strategic growth and generate value for the firm’s portfolio.

Requirements

MD or PhD in a relevant scientific field, such as molecular biology, genetics, biology, or chemistry.
2–5 years of professional experience after graduate school, including at least 2 years of relevant life sciences sector experience, such as life sciences investing, strategy consulting, equity research or investment banking, or a biopharma operating role.
Ability to analyze and integrate information from sources including preclinical and clinical data, FDA or other regulatory correspondence, and market research to develop investment recommendations.
Strong foundation in financial modeling and demonstrated commitment to deepening analytical expertise.
Passion for primary scientific literature, including scientific and medical meetings and conferences.
High degree of familiarity with drug development and regulatory processes.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize and present complex information clearly.
Demonstrated maturity and professional presence, with comfort interacting with senior executives and management teams.
Highly motivated, inquisitive, and positive, with a can-do attitude.
Ability to take ownership, work independently, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Responsibilities

Source, evaluate, and recommend investment opportunities in drug development and biopharmaceutical companies, including developing and owning thematic focus areas.
Support scientific and clinical due diligence by integrating preclinical data, clinical trial results, regulatory strategy, and market dynamics into investment recommendations.
Develop and present rigorous investment theses to senior stakeholders, including the global Investment Committee.
Contribute across the full deal process, including coordinating third-party scientific advisors, key opinion leaders, and commercial consultants.
Monitor portfolio companies and support the GA team’s capital allocation and value-creation efforts.
Leverage clinical and industry networks to generate proprietary deal flow and market intelligence.
Collaborate with professionals across the firm and foster exceptional knowledge-sharing.