Research Associate II - Biotechnology
Stifel
- Boston, MA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Meets the special projects demands of the senior level Research Analysts. Use all resources to determine and locate relevant data/information.
- Develop written product with modest direction from the senior level Research Analyst.
- Build and maintain Excel-based financial models (including therapeutic area market models, income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and discounted cash flow analysis) to support various deliverables.
- Able to evaluate basic valuation methodologies to stocks under coverage and the broader sector.
- Develop strong understanding of coverage in order to analyze and react to industry news quickly; develop ability to clearly state and defend the Analyst’s investment thesis and outlook for each of the stocks under coverage.
- Respond to basic questions from institutional sales and clients regarding covered companies, and industry questions and data requests.
- Building and updating comp sheets.
- Managing the databases and electronic data services (i.e. Bloomberg, FactSet, EvaluatePharma, IMS, etc.).
- Continues to build industry knowledge.
- Continues to develop external network (i.e., management teams, investors, etc.).
- Modest work experience in consulting, venture capital, finance, biotech, or related areas with a focus on the healthcare space (1 - 4 years) strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated interest in the healthcare sector and in financial markets.
- Knowledge of rare disease space a plus although other areas also helpful.
- Excellent scholastic history (e.g., grade point average).
- Attention to detail, a strong work ethic, and ability to multi-task are required.
- History of leadership and excellent teamwork abilities.
- Clear, concise writing and strong verbal communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Willingness to relocate to Boston, MA.
Masters