Fundamental Research Group Associate (Biotech)

Capital Group•San Francisco, NY

20h

About The Position

As a Fundamental Research Group Associate at Capital Group, you will work closely with Investment Professionals to conduct deep research on long-term fundamental issues in the biotech industry and help generate returns for clients. You will partner with Investment Professionals in their coverage, contribute to the investment process, and help generate investment ideas. The work includes monitoring holdings; researching and analyzing companies and related industries; financial modeling; drafting reports; and facilitating meetings with company management teams, sell-side firms, and industry experts. The role is suited to someone pursuing a career in equity research, with a strong interest in long-only investing and emerging trends across healthcare, biotechnology, and capital markets. Candidates may be asked to submit scientific publications or presentations, fundamental analysis research, and/or a stock pitch as part of the interview process.

Requirements

At least 2 years of investment research experience in buy-side or sell-side research.
MD or PhD in a relevant scientific discipline.
For candidates with an MD, prior laboratory or research experience is required.
A consistent track record of top accomplishments throughout educational and professional careers.
Experience statistically analyzing clinical trials, evaluating mechanisms of action, and translating scientific and clinical findings with positive predictive value.
Experience accurately assessing scientific, clinical, regulatory, and commercial developments affecting biotech companies.
Ability to leverage AI tools to drive higher-quality and more comprehensive research.
Extensive experience with detailed financial modeling and fundamental analysis.
Experience working with sell-side firms and industry consultants and using research tools, trade publications, online sources, regulatory filings, clinical data, and other resources to produce differentiated investment insights.
Strong interest in equity research and long-only investing.
Intellectual curiosity, strong analytical capabilities, and interest in emerging trends across healthcare, biotechnology, and capital markets.
Ability to build trusted relationships inside and outside the organization and use feedback for learning and continuous improvement.
Internal drive to continually improve.

Responsibilities

Conduct deep research on long-term fundamental issues in the biotech industry.
Partner with Investment Professionals on their coverage to help generate investment ideas and contribute to the investment process.
Monitor holdings by researching and analyzing companies and related industries.
Perform financial modeling and fundamental analysis.
Draft research reports.
Facilitate meetings with management teams, sell-side firms, and industry experts.
Analyze clinical trials statistically, evaluate mechanisms of action, and translate scientific and clinical findings into predictive insights.
Assess scientific, clinical, regulatory, and commercial developments affecting biotech companies.
Use research tools, trade publications, online sources, regulatory filings, clinical data, and other resources to generate differentiated investment insights.
Leverage AI tools to improve the quality and comprehensiveness of research.