Vice President, Field Research & Investment Due Diligence

Testing Site - JPMC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase is seeking a Field Research Analyst within the Security & Resiliency Initiative in New York. The role focuses on investment due diligence across multiple verticals, including defense, future technology, supply chain, and energy.

The analyst will lead primary research, conduct competitive intelligence, build expert networks, and collaborate with the investment team to drive high‑confidence decisions.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant experience in investigative research or related field.
• Established network of industry contacts for investment research.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to operate autonomously and manage multiple projects.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
• High ethical standards and discretion with confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Lead primary research initiatives by sourcing experts and executives to support due diligence.
• Conduct competitive intelligence and synthesize insights for the investment team.
• Develop and maintain an expert network for access to unique perspectives.
• Manage expert calls and interviews to validate investment theses.
• Collaborate with the investment team to integrate field research into decisions.
• Maintain research integrity and ethical standards in all activities.
• Distill findings quickly and circulate reports for early-stage decision-making.

Skills

Investigative research

Industry network

Communication

Independence

Analytical thinking

Integrity

Job description

JPMorganChase is seeking a Field Research Analyst within the Security & Resiliency Initiative in New York. The role focuses on investment due diligence across multiple verticals, including defense, future technology, supply chain, and energy.

The analyst will lead primary research, conduct competitive intelligence, build expert networks, and collaborate with the investment team to drive high‑confidence decisions.