Job Title: Equity Research Associate, Emerging Oncology
Reports to: Sr. Equity Research Analyst
Department: Equity Research
Location: Boston
Salary Range: $110,000-$170,000
This individual will work closely with senior equity research professionals to assist in preparing and executing analyses of therapeutic areas, novel biopharmaceutical products, individual companies, and their securities. The ideal candidate will possess a strong sense of intellectual curiosity, passion for the stock market as well as the ability to be a strong team player in a fast paced, deadline driven environment.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:- Collect and analyze data related to therapeutics and various diseases, including scientific papers, clinical data, and prescription trends
- Draft market research surveys and analyze results
- Interview company executives or medical/industry consultants to develop and maintain sources of information in preparation of analyses
- Build, update and maintain financial models
- Formulate investment recommendations based on fundamental analysis, valuation and risk assessment of individual companies
- Write research reports and notes on companies for distribution to the Leerink sales force and institutional clients
- Keep current of market news
- Answer inquiries from firm personnel and external clients
- Support senior equity research professionals by attending events of special interest
Experience and Qualifications Required:- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to search, understand and interpret scientific and medical publications
- Strong quantitative, financial modeling, forecasting and Excel skills
- Prior business education a plus: MBA or CFA, or other formal business training
- Prior science/medical education a plus: PhD, MD, or other formal science/medical training
- Familiarity and knowledge of the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries including clinical development, regulatory affairs, business development and commercialization
Actual starting base pay will be determined on skills, experience, and other non-discriminatory factors permitted by law. Total compensation may also include variable incentives, bonuses, benefits, and/or other perks, as outlined in any formal offer made.
