Equity Research Associate – Diversified Biopharma

Leerink Partners; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in equity research is seeking an Equity Research Associate for their Diversified Biopharma team in New York. The role involves analyzing data, drafting reports, and formulating investment recommendations. Candidates should possess a strong medical/scientific background and financial modeling expertise.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• Medical/scientific background required.
• 2 years of consulting or industry experience preferred.
• Strong quantitative and Excel skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze data related to therapeutics.
• Draft market research surveys and analyze results.
• Build and maintain financial models.

Skills

Financial modeling

Data analysis

Communication

Statistical analysis

Teamwork

Education

PhD, MD, DVM or MSc

MBA, CPA or CFA

Job description

Equity Research Associate – Diversified Biopharma

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Equity Research Associate – Diversified Biopharma

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This range is provided by Leerink Partners. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$110,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

Job Title: Equity Research Associate – Diversified Biopharma

Reports to: Sr. Equity Research Analyst

Department: Equity Research

Location: New York

Salary Range: $110,000 - $150,000

We are seeking a highly talented individual to add significant value to our equity research team. This individual will prepare and execute therapeutics industry and company publications as a member of a renowned Wall Street equity research team.

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
• Rebuild and update models for significant financial transactions such as financings, share buy backs and acquisitions
• 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 Partners' 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:

• Medical/scientific background, financial modeling expertise and strong written & verbal communication skills.
• Qualified candidates will have either formal scientific training (PhD, MD, DVM or MSc), or direct industry experience in financial reporting and controls in the biopharmaceutical industry, or relevant biopharmaceutical investment research experience in either sell side research or private or public buy side investing, or significant industry analytical experience in a relevant consulting firm
• Prior business experience: at least 2 years of consulting experience at a leading consulting firm; or two years of industry business development experience at a leading pharmaceutical or biotechnology firm; or 2 years of investment banking analyst training in healthcare at a recognized investment banking firm
• Prior business education: MBA, CPA or CFA, or other formal business training
• Advanced Accounting skills preferred
• Strong quantitative, financial modeling, forecasting and Excel skills
• Familiarity and knowledge of the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries including clinical development, regulatory affairs, business development and commercialization
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to search, understand and interpret scientific and medical publications
• Solid understanding of statistical analysis techniques
• Strong team player who works well with others

Leerink Partners is an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to expanding its commitments and investments to create a more diverse, equitable and inclusive company culture and innovation ecosystem. We are strongly committed to the values and policy of equal employment opportunity across our employment practices.

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Research

• Industries

  Market Research, Research Services, and Biotechnology Research

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Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

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