Equity Research Associate – Global Chemicals (Evercore ISI)

Evercore • , NY

9h • Onsite

About The Position

Evercore ISI offers a high-quality, collegial, and intellectually rigorous research environment where exceptional contributors can take on increasing responsibility and advance rapidly. The Global Chemicals research team produces differentiated investment insights through fundamental company analysis, industry research, and close study of the broader chemicals value chain. The role offers significant exposure to public-company management teams, institutional investors, and the key industry forces shaping the sector. Evercore ISI seeks to hire a Research Associate for its Global Chemicals equity research franchise in New York, NY. The ideal candidate is intellectually curious, highly motivated, and comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment. The role requires strong analytical and writing skills, a rigorous approach to financial research, and an interest in using emerging AI tools to improve the quality and efficiency of the research process.

Requirements

• Strong financial modeling and analytical capabilities; the ability to integrate traditional financial analysis with emerging AI tools; statistics, data analysis, and/or Python skills a plus.
• Superior writing skills when producing publishable research under deadlines; ability to synthesize large amounts of information and communicate complex concepts clearly and concisely.
• Intellectually curious, with a strong desire to understand how businesses and industries work; independent thinker who is comfortable developing and expressing a point of view.
• Strong work ethic, including willingness to work extended hours and weekends when required; detail-oriented and resourceful; able to work independently, prioritize effectively, incorporate constructive feedback, and continuously improve.
• 1-3 years of equity research, investment banking, or industry experience preferred; chemicals or materials knowledge a plus, but not required; passion for understanding businesses, industries, equities, and financial markets.
• Strong academic background with coursework in finance, accounting, economics, or chemistry preferred; CFA or progress toward the CFA helpful, but not required.

Nice To Haves

• chemicals or materials knowledge a plus, but not required
• CFA or progress toward the CFA helpful, but not required

Responsibilities

• Perform quantitative financial analysis; develop and maintain company/sector models and forecasts; analyze financial disclosures, operating performance, and key earnings drivers.
• Execute proprietary research designed to generate differentiated investment insights and impactful stock calls; develop deep understanding of industry drivers, competitive dynamics, and the broader chemicals value chain; increasing independent investment thinking and idea generation.
• Author high-quality, publishable research under tight deadlines; translate analysis into clear investment conclusions; and build thoughtful tables, charts, and analytical outputs that strengthen the research product.
• Leverage emerging AI tools to improve the productivity and quality of research; develop, streamline, and automate AI-enabled workflows into a rigorous research process; and identify new applications for AI across data analysis, information gathering, and modeling.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance, including healthcare savings and reimbursements accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life and disability insurance, including additional voluntary financial protection insurance
• Well-being resources and programs, including mental health and mindfulness programs, digital wellness platforms, well-being events, and targeted on-site health services
• Family-building and family-support benefits
• Paid parental, caregiver, marriage and bereavement leave
• Commuter benefits, health club membership discounts, and other corporate discounts
• Paid holidays, vacation days, personal days, sick days, and volunteer opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed