POSITION TITLE: Investment Analyst
DEPARTMENT: Investment Management - Equity
- POSITION SPECIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors degree required; advanced degree (Ph.D., M.D., Pharm.D., M.S., or equivalent) in Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biomedical Sciences, or a related scientific discipline is highly valued.
- 3-7 years of experience in biotechnology or pharmaceutical equity research, healthcare investing, investment banking, consulting, venture capital, or a scientific research environment with demonstrated investment interest.
- Strong understanding of biotechnology, drug development, clinical trial design, regulatory pathways, and pharmaceutical markets.
- Experience building and maintaining financial models and conducting valuation analysis.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modeling.
- Demonstrated passion for investing and capital markets.
- Exceptional analytical, research, communication, and presentation skills.
- Ability to synthesize complex scientific information into actionable investment conclusions.
MAJOR DUTIES:
- Conduct fundamental equity research on biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, with a focus on identifying attractive growth investment opportunities.
- Evaluate clinical trial data, scientific literature, medical research, regulatory developments, and intellectual property to assess company prospects and investment risks.
- Develop and maintain detailed financial models, earnings forecasts, valuation analyses, and industry frameworks.
- Engage with management teams, physicians, scientists, key opinion leaders, and other industry participants to deepen investment insights.
- Attend biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical, and scientific conferences and maintain awareness of emerging technologies, therapeutic areas, and industry trends.
- Analyze company financial statements, competitive positioning, and strategic developments.
- Monitor industry data, clinical milestones, and regulatory events relevant to portfolio holdings and investment candidates.
- Prepare investment recommendations and presentations for portfolio management discussions.
HOURS/LOCATION:
- 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Overtime as required)
- New York City (Hybrid)
EXPLANATORY COMMENTS:
- Self-motivated, intellectually curious, and capable of managing multiple research priorities simultaneously.
- Willingness/ability to travel to industry conferences, scientific meetings, and company visits.
The annual base salary range for this position is $125,000 to $225,000. In determining salary multiple factors will be taken into consideration such as primary work location, experience, education and skill set.
- COMMENCEMENT DATE: 10/08/2026
The firm does not sponsor employment visas
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