Analyst/ Associate- Equity Research, Biotech

$110,000 - $175,000/Yr

47-4921463 BofA Securities, Inc. - New York, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

New York, NY

About the position

The SMid-Cap Biotechnology Equity Research team at Bank of America focuses on companies in oncology, central nervous system disorders, and rare diseases. The role involves working closely with the Senior Analyst and Associates to conduct comprehensive research, including writing reports, developing surveys, building financial models, and maintaining industry knowledge. The ideal candidate should be intellectually curious, possess a life science background, and have experience in financial modeling, particularly in equity research or healthcare investment banking.

Responsibilities

• Write industry and company reports and company launch initiations.
• Develop doctor/patient surveys and conduct doctor interviews to understand market dynamics, demand, and future projections.
• Build financial models to quantitatively analyze company valuations.
• Demonstrate industry knowledge from early stage study to market approval.
• Build relationships and facilitate information flow with contacts at covered companies.
• Seek out new, value-added, and/or unusual sources of information.
• Monitor news flow and highlight stock-impacting updates when the Senior Analyst is traveling.
• Interact regularly with sales, trading, and external clients.
• Take on coverage of individual names over time if team performance is strong enough.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent years of experience (Advanced degree in life science discipline is a plus but not required).
• Strong writing and financial modeling skills.
• 1-4 years of experience in biotech equity research, buy-side experience, or investment banking experience.
• Enjoy following the stock market and conducting desktop and field research.
• Academic background in a life science field with a basic understanding of economics, macroeconomic factors, and policy.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multi-task.
• Ability to work well in a collaborative team environment.
• Strong desire to be a team player and view team's success as a reflection of individual success.

Benefits

• Industry-leading benefits
• Access to paid time off
• Resources and support for employees
• Annual discretionary award based on performance
• Competitive benefits to support physical, emotional, and financial well-being