US Equity Research - SMid Biotech - Associate

Next Frontier Capital; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase & Co. in New York seeks an Associate in Equity Research focused on SMid Biotech. You will become an industry expert, building models, performing valuations and analyzing regulatory filings while communicating insights to clients and internal teams.

The role emphasizes strong Excel, accounting and quantitative skills, with collaboration across Sales and Trading and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• FINRA licenses Series 86 and 87.
• 2–3 years of equity research and/or investment banking experience.
• Strong accounting, finance, quantitative and business communication skills, plus modeling, forecasting and valuation experience.
• Advanced level of proficiency in Excel.
• Ability to multi-task and collaborate, and work independently.
• High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Passion for the markets and SMid Biotech sector.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain Excel-based models to forecast company financials and project industry dynamics.
• Perform detailed valuation work to support stock recommendations.
• Analyze complex data sets, earnings releases, regulatory filings and industry events.
• Write research notes and sector reports and prepare presentations.
• Build relationships and communicate effectively with clients, industry experts, and management.
• Fulfill client requests in a timely and thorough manner.
• Demonstrate intellectual curiosity and generate differentiated research ideas.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial modeling

Valuation

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field

FINRA Series 86 & 87 licenses

Tools

VBA

Python

Job description

Job Summary:

Are you intellectually curious, highly communicative, an efficient writer, and good at building relationships, triangulating data, and solving puzzles? You have found the right team!

As an Associate in Equity Research covering SMid Biotech, you will become an industry expert, helping to conduct and facilitate industry analysis and company-specific coverage. This involves core research ranging from dissecting earnings releases and regulatory filings to assessing relevant news events, modeling financial statements and industry dynamics, performing detailed valuation work, writing research notes and sector pieces, and speaking to internal and external clients and management teams about the stocks and sector. You will work with our partners in both Sales and Trading to provide comprehensive client coverage, including fulfilling client requests for market updates and market intelligence. Research is fast-paced, demanding and intellectually stimulating. We look for candidates who possess strong accounting, finance, quantitative and business writing and communication skills, as well as modelling, forecasting, and valuation experience.

Corporate and Investment Banking - Research

One of the world’s most highly respected advisory franchises, J.P. Morgan’s fundamental and quantitative research provides thoughtful and differentiated analyses on sectors and companies and actionable ideas and thematic insights that empower our clients to make well-informed investment and strategic decisions.

Job Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain Excel-based models to forecast company financials and project industry dynamics
• Perform detailed valuation work to support stock recommendations
• Analyze complex data sets, news releases, regulatory filings, and industry events to shape your view of the industry and companies under coverage
• Write research notes on covered companies and sector reports and prepare presentations
• Build relationships and communicate effectively with internal and external clients, industry experts, and management teams
• Fulfill client requests in a timely and thorough manner
• Demonstrate intellectual curiosity and seek to generate ideas for differentiated research product

Required Qualifications:

• FINRA licenses Series 86 and Series 87
• Two to three years of experience in equity research and/or investment banking
• Strong accounting, finance, quantitative and business communication skills, as well as modelling, forecasting, and valuation experience
• Advanced level of proficiency in Excel
• Ability to multi-task and collaborate within a team environment as well as work independently
• High level of organizational skills, excellent attention to detail, and a proven ability to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
• Passion for the markets and interest in the SMid Biotech sector

Preferred Qualifications:

• CFA charterholder or progress towards CFA
• Some coding capabilities – e.g., VBA, Python

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans

J.P. Morgan’s Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world. US Equity Research - SMid Biotech - Associate