Research Associate II - Biotechnology

Stifel•New York, NY

1d•$110,000 - $175,000•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, this role provides information, data gathering, analysis, modeling, and organizational support to senior Research Analysts. The Associate II has mastered the foundational skills of an Associate I and takes on significantly more writing and modeling responsibilities. This position requires developing a solid understanding of the assigned sector, clearly stating and defending the investment thesis for all stocks within that sector. The role involves handling basic questions from Sales and Clients and representing associates in internal research presentations.

Requirements

Inductive Reasoning - The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions.
Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
Time Management - Managing one's own time and priorities to ensure the meeting of deadlines.
Oral and Written Expression - The ability to communicate information and ideas in spoken or written form so that others will understand.
Economics, Accounting, Finance, and Securities Analysis - Knowledge of economic, accounting, and financial principles and practices, the financial markets, the industry, the analysis and reporting of financial data, and associated terminology.
Bachelor's degree
2 to 4 years of relevant industry experience and/or proven experience at the Associate I level
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
SIE, FINRA Series 86, and 87 expected to be obtained upon hire

Nice To Haves

Science Background or Interest in the Biotech Field - Some education in relevant science fields, background in biotech or prior experience in drug development.

Responsibilities

Conduct proprietary research and due diligence on companies in the biotech sector, using internal and external sources to convey a strong understanding of covered companies and their competitive landscapes.
Develop written product with modest direction from the senior level Research Analyst regarding initiation of coverage reports, company news, and industry events.
Build and maintain Excel-based financial models, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, as well as perform multiple valuation methodologies for covered companies.
Clearly state and defend the Analyst's investment thesis and outlook for each of the stocks under coverage.
Respond to basic questions from institutional sales and clients regarding covered companies, industry trends, and data requests.
Meet the special projects demands of the senior level Research Analyst.
Travel by car and/or air in conjunction with local, regional and/or national travel, up to 20%.