Research Associate II - Biotechnology

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Under general supervision, the Research Associate II is primarily responsible for evaluating biotechnology therapeutic pipelines and competitive landscapes by analyzing data presentations and scientific literature, performing financial modeling, and providing organizational support to the senior level Research Analyst. The ideal candidate possesses high-level knowledge of oncology and/or immunology concepts. At this level, the associate should demonstrate proficiency in data analysis and technical science writing with a basic understanding of financial modeling preferred. The role requires the ability to communicate complex scientific concepts in a clear and concise manner both orally and in writing. 

• 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.
• Written contribution to research reports for initiations of coverage, analysis of data, 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.
• Demonstrate the ability to 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.

• High level understanding of scientific concepts related to drug mechanism of action and clinical endpoints - ability to analyze and draw novel conclusions from medical literature and clinical/pre-clinical data presentations.
• Inductive Reasoning - The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions.
• Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
• Time Management - Managing one's own time and priorities to ensure the meeting of deadlines.
• Oral and Written Expression - The ability to communicate information and ideas in spoken or written form effectively.

• Minimum Required: Advanced degree (PhD/MD) in biological sciences or Bachelor's degree in life sciences with 2+ years of experience in a biotechnology related field (e.g. equity research, consulting, or industry)

• Minimum Required: None (SIE and Series 63, 86, and 87 expected to be obtained upon hire)

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook

Salary: USD $110,000.00/Yr. - USD $150,000.00/Yr.

Actual salaries may vary, and may be based on several factors, including but not limited to each candidate’s qualifications, skills, and overall competencies for the position. The base salary is one component of Stifel’s overall compensation package for each individual employee. Other benefits and offerings include, but not limited to, discretionary bonuses, health / dental / vision / prescription insurance offerings, Stifel Total Health Connect, flexible spending accounts, tuition & certification assistance programs, paid time off, and much, much more! To view a more comprehensive list of Stifel’s current offerings, please visit https://www.stifel.com/careers/benefits. Applications are accepted until the position is filled.

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