Research Associate, Biotechnology
About The Position
Research Associate responsible for fundamental analysis of companies in the Biotechnology sector. The role involves developing expertise in the Biotechnology sector, assisting in the development and detailed modeling of company-specific financial models, and coordinating, generating, and maintaining research reports, presentations, and databases. The incumbent will provide research support to analysts, support and answer client queries related to the sector, and proactively identify operational risks and control deficiencies. This position requires reviewing and complying with Firm Policies and escalating operational risk loss events, control deficiencies, and risks to the line manager and relevant control functions.
Requirements
- PhD, MD, or similar advanced degree in life sciences field relevant to therapeutics
- FINRA Licensing Requirements – Series 7, 63, 86 & 87, SIE
- Familiarity with accounting and financial modeling
- Efficient writing capabilities
- Strong computer skills (Excel) with ability to quickly learn new platforms
- Detail oriented with solid analytical skills and ability to synthesize data points into trends beyond the mainstream
- Energetic, self-motivated and an ability to perform under pressure and meet time sensitive deadlines, sometimes for extended periods of time
- Demonstrated passion for equity/financial markets
Nice To Haves
- 1-2 years of work experience in a non-academic setting such as biopharma industry/drug development, life sciences consulting, or investment banking is a plus
- Previous exposure to the biopharmaceuticals sector
- Prior sell-side equity research experience in biotechnology, pharma, or specialty pharmaceuticals is a plus
- Good understanding of financial/stock market
- Knowledge of Wolters Kluwer software and IMS are a plus
Responsibilities
- Develop an expertise in the Biotechnology sector
- Assist in the development and detailed modeling of company specific financial models
- Coordinate, generate and maintain research reports, presentations and databases
- Provide research support to analyst as required
- Support and answer client queries as they relate to the sector
- Proactively identify operational risks/ control deficiencies in the business
- Review and comply with Firm Policies applicable to your business activities
- Escalate operational risk loss events, control deficiencies and risks that you identify to your line manager and the relevant risk and control functions on a timely basis.
Benefits
- bonuses
- flexible benefits
- competitive compensation
- commissions
- stock where applicable
- Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
- Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
- Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
- Opportunities to do challenging work
- Opportunities to building close relationships with clients
- 401(k) program with company-matching contributions
- health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
- paid time-off plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
