Research Operations Associate

AlphaSense

1d•$51,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Research Operations Associate will play a central role in building, maintaining, and evolving our Financial Data content set within our Financial Data team. In this role, you won't just manage data — you'll be an integral part of operationalizing our strategy, conducting intensive analysis, and developing the tools that drive team success. This role sits at the intersection of capital markets and data, offering hands-on exposure to both the mechanics of financial markets and the systems that power them. It is an excellent launchpad for someone looking to grow their operational skillset within the finance industry.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Data Analytics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
1+ years of experience in finance or a related analytical field, or equivalent exposure through internships and coursework in statistics, financial accounting, or business analytics.
Proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUPs/XLOOKUPs, Index-Match, Pivot Tables, Data Validation, basic Macro/VBA)
SQL for database querying
Python (Pandas) for automating repetitive data tasks.
A perfectionist mindset toward data entry, maintenance, and accuracy
Ability to write clear Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for repeatable workflows, while managing recurring deliverables (e.g., weekly reports) alongside ad-hoc requests from senior analysts
Must be able to work EST hours.

Nice To Haves

Basic experience with Tableau or Power BI
Familiarity with Bloomberg, FactSet, or S&P Capital IQ (including through university lab access) is a plus.

Responsibilities

Streamline the production of weekly schedules to ensure the Global Equity Research team is positioned for high-velocity output
Develop and refine data-driven reporting frameworks for predictive models, enabling the team to strategically prioritize workflow and resource allocation.
Conduct rigorous gap analyses to pinpoint areas for coverage expansion.
Audit, evaluate and remediate vendor data questions and entity related matters impacting the flow of Financial Data content.
Serve as a subject matter expert on coverage lifecycle events, facilitating seamless transitions during corporate actions such as acquisitions, delistings, and restructurings.
Analyze existing workflows and technical documentation to enhance departmental scalability and efficiency.
Synthesize internal KPIs and client engagement metrics into reports that provide visibility into team performance and market reach.
Manage user access and permissions across the Research team’s suite of proprietary tools, ensuring secure and uninterrupted workflow.