Equity Research Associate - Targeted Oncology

Leerink Partners

115d • $110,000 - $135,000

About The Position

This individual will work closely with senior equity research professionals to assist in preparing and executing analyses of functional areas within the therapeutics industry.

Requirements

• Qualified candidates will possess a BS or BA, and demonstrated financial experience
• Prior business experience: at least one year of consulting experience at a leading healthcare consulting firm (preferred); or one year of industry business development experience at a leading pharmaceutical or biotechnology firm; or one year of investment banking analyst training in healthcare at a recognized investment banking firm
• Familiarity and knowledge of the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries including clinical development, regulatory affairs, business development and commercialization
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to search, understand and interpret scientific and medical publications
• Strong quantitative, financial modeling, forecasting and Excel skills
• General understanding of statistical analysis techniques

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze data related to therapeutics and various diseases, including scientific papers, clinical data, and prescription trends
• Draft market research surveys and analyze results
• Interview company executives or medical/industry consultants to develop and maintain sources of information in preparation of analyses
• Build, update and maintain financial models
• Formulate investment recommendations based on fundamental analysis, valuation and risk assessment of individual companies
• Write research reports and notes on companies for distribution to the Leerink sales force and institutional clients
• Keep current of market news
• Answer inquiries from firm personnel and external clients
• Support senior equity research professionals by attending events of special interest

Benefits

• Total compensation may also include variable incentives, bonuses, benefits, and/or other perks, as outlined in any formal offer made.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree