Equity Research Analyst - Biotechnology Healthcare

$125,000 - $150,000/Yr

Voya Financial - San Francisco, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

San Francisco, CA

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About the position

The Equity Research Analyst for Biotechnology Healthcare at Voya Investment Management is responsible for generating investment ideas and recommendations within the healthcare sector, with a primary focus on biotechnology companies. This role involves conducting comprehensive scientific, financial, and fundamental research, collaborating closely with the Portfolio Manager, and participating in industry conferences. The analyst will also monitor industry trends and provide support for client information needs.

Responsibilities

• Generate differentiated investment recommendations based on comprehensive scientific, financial, and fundamental research.
• Build, update and maintain financial valuation models for new ideas with risk reward analysis.
• Monitor risks and conduct maintenance research.
• Daily monitoring of company data releases and conference calls.
• Review scientific publications and participate in calls with key opinion leaders.
• Participate in industry conferences and networking with management teams.
• Identify new industry trends or changes in current trends.
• Provide support for client information needs and client reports.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of investment banking, sell-side, or buy-side experience.
• Strong academic credentials with a scientific degree (e.g., BS); PhD is advantageous and CFA is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to critically analyze and interpret scientific, clinical, and financial data.
• Strong financial and modelling skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Ability to think independently and generate original ideas.
• Ability to communicate in a concise, organized manner (written and verbally).
• Detail oriented.
• Self-starter with the ability to multitask and work to tight deadlines.
• Collaborative team player.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision and life insurance plans
• 401(k) Savings plan with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%)
• Voya Retirement Plan with employer paid cash balance retirement plan (4%)
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
• Paid time off including 20 days paid time off, nine paid company holidays, and a flexible Diversity Celebration Day.
• Paid volunteer time — 40 hours per calendar year.