Research Associate III - Biotechnology

About the Role

The Research Associate III evaluates biotechnology therapeutic pipelines and competitive landscapes by analyzing data presentations, scientific literature, performing financial modeling, and providing organizational support to the senior level Research Analyst. This role requires high-level knowledge of oncology and/or immunology concepts, proficiency in data analysis, competitive landscape diligence, and the basics of financial modeling. The ideal candidate communicates complex scientific concepts clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct proprietary research to evaluate drug pipelines by analyzing scientific literature, attending medical conferences, and speaking with key opinion leaders.
• Build and maintain Excel-based financial models, including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and drug revenue models.
• Contribute written analysis to research reports for initiations of coverage, data analysis, and company news.
• Build and maintain drug/indication competitive landscape analyses.
• 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, industry trends, and data requests.
• Work independently and use all resources to identify and locate relevant research materials.
• Continuously develop industry knowledge and stay up to date on industry news flow.

Requirements

• High-level understanding of scientific concepts related to drug mechanism of action and clinical endpoints, with the ability to analyze and draw novel conclusions from medical literature and clinical/pre-clinical data presentations.
• Inductive reasoning to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions.
• Critical thinking to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Judgment and decision-making to evaluate costs and benefits of potential actions and choose the most appropriate one.
• Time management to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in a biomedical STEM field; Master’s or higher degree in a relevant field preferred.
• Minimum: 4 years of experience in biotech equity research or oncology-focused healthcare consulting.
• Licenses: SIE, Series 63, 86, and 87 (expected to be obtained upon hire).
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Pay

Salary range: USD $150,000.00/Yr. – USD $250,000.00/Yr. Actual salaries may vary based on qualifications, skills, and overall competencies.

Benefits

• Discretionary bonuses.
• Health, dental, vision, and prescription insurance offerings.
• Stifel Total Health Connect.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Tuition and certification assistance programs.
• Paid time off.
• Additional benefits available; see Stifel’s benefits page for details.

About Stifel

The Stifel Equity Research Group is a recognized leader with deep and broad industry coverage. Our award-winning analysts are thought leaders, many with hands-on industry experience, offering objective, in-depth analysis and timely, actionable research ideas. Stifel is a top 10 provider of U.S. equity coverage in sectors including Aerospace & Defense, Consumer & Retail, Diversified Industrials, Internet & Media, Healthcare, Real Estate, Technology, Transportation, Business Services, Energy & Power, and Materials.