Job Description

Job Title Equity Research Associate – Oncology

Reports to: Sr. Equity Research Analyst

Department: Equity Research

Location New York

Salary Range: $110,000-$170,000

This individual will work closely with senior equity research professionals to assist in preparing and executing analyses of functional areas within the therapeutics industry. At least one year of finance experience strongly preferred.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

· Collect and analyze data related to therapeutics and various diseases, including scientific papers, clinical data, and prescription trends

· Draft market research surveys and analyze results

· Interview company executives or medical/industry consultants to develop and maintain sources of information in preparation of analyses

· Build, update and maintain financial models

· Formulate investment recommendations based on fundamental analysis, valuation and risk assessment of individual companies

· Write research reports and notes on companies for distribution to the Leerink sales force and institutional clients

· Keep current of market news

· Answer inquiries from firm personnel and external clients

· Support senior equity research professionals by attending events of special interest

Experience and Qualifications Required

· Prior Oncology experience preferred

· Qualified candidates will possess a BS or BA or higher education, and demonstrated Financial experience, consulting preferred

· Prior business education: MBA or CFA, or other formal business training

· Prior business experience: at least 2 years of consulting experience at a leading consulting firm; or two years of industry business development experience at a leading pharmaceutical or biotechnology firm; or 2 years of investment banking or equity research training in healthcare at a recognized investment banking firm

· Familiarity and knowledge of the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries including clinical development, regulatory affairs, business development and commercialization

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Ability to search, understand and interpret scientific and medical publications

· Strong quantitative, financial modeling, forecasting and Excel skills

· General understanding of statistical analysis techniques

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.