Td Securities USA - New York, NY
posted 3 months ago
TD Cowen, a division of TD Securities, is seeking an Equity Research Associate to join its Healthcare, Biotechnology team in New York. This role involves following the progress of public biotechnology companies and making stock recommendations to institutional investor clients. The responsibilities include financial modeling, conducting interviews with physician experts and company management, conducting surveys, literature reviews, hosting industry conferences, writing reports, and making oral presentations. The successful candidate will support a Senior Research Analyst in analyzing individual biotech companies and market trends, composing company-specific and thematic research reports, building and maintaining financial and market models, interviewing physicians and company executives, conducting deep scientific and clinical due diligence, and interacting with Cowen's institutional sales force, traders, investment bankers, and investor clients. This position is particularly appealing for individuals with life science backgrounds, as it allows for the application of healthcare expertise to the art of investing. The role requires gaining in-depth knowledge of therapeutic areas pursued by covered companies, drug mechanisms, safety and efficacy profiles, clinical trial design strategies, and analyzing intellectual property, financial status, and market opportunities. The position is a unique combination of science, medicine, and finance, making it ideal for candidates passionate about these areas. The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate exceptional analytical skills, a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a desire to learn about the bio-pharmaceutical industry. Good verbal and written communication skills, the ability to work well in teams, and self-motivation are also essential for this role.