Equity Research Associate Immunology

Job Title:         Equity Research Associate - Immunology

Reports to:      Sr. Equity Research Analyst

Department:     Equity Research

Location:         New York

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

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:

• Formulate in-depth investment recommendations based on fundamental analysis, valuation and risk assessment of a diverse range of companies
• Collect and rigorously analyze data related to therapeutics and various diseases, including scientific papers, clinical data, and prescription trends
• Draft market research surveys and synthesize results into targeted insights
• Interview company executives and medical/industry consultants to develop and maintain sources of information in preparation of analyses
• Build, update and maintain financial models
• Leverage scientific and financial mindset in writing research reports and notes on companies for distribution to the Leerink Partners' sales force and institutional clients
• Answer inquiries from internal firm personnel and external clients
• Support senior equity research professionals by attending events of special interest

Experience and Qualifications Required:

• Prior business experience preferred, ideally some experience in one or more of the following: sell side research, consulting experience at a leading consulting firm; or industry business development experience at a leading pharmaceutical or biotechnology firm
• Academic background a plus: MD, PhD, or PharmD
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to search, understand and distill complex scientific and medical publications into succinct insights for biotech investors
• Familiarity and knowledge of the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries including clinical development, regulatory affairs, business development and commercialization
• Strong quantitative, financial modeling, forecasting and Excel skills
• General understanding of statistical analysis techniques

As the leading investment bank to the healthcare and life science industries, we help our clients move healthcare forward. With differentiated sector knowledge, unrivaled expertise, and a complete suite of capital market and advisory solutions, we are the industry’s partner of choice. Leerink Partners is a member of FINRA/SIPC. For more information, please visit: www.leerink.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.