Equity Research Associate - Biotechnology / Biodefense - Wedbush Securities - San Francisco, CA

Job Descriptions:
Wedbush Securities is one of the nation's largest full-service investment banking and brokerage firms. Our San Francisco office is seeking an Equity Research Associate to join our award-winning team of sell-side equity researchers covering the biotechnology and biopharmaceutical sectors.
We are specifically seeking an individual with exceptional quantitative and analytical skills and a passion for the securities industry. This is a unique opportunity to work with and learn from some of the most talented professionals in the securities industry.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Conduct regular scientific and market due diligence on covered companies including conducting channel checks on assigned companies
Build, update and maintain financial models
Assist with timely preparation of research reports
Conduct surveys with key medical opinion leaders
Assist with timely publication of research notes and reports
Provide general support to the equity research team
Conduct company research, industry due diligence, and other projects as assigned
Interpret scientific publications and medical conference presentations
Interact with corporate management and our internal sales force
Coverage will include diligence on oncology, rare-disease and technology platform companies and their therapeutic assets

Required Experience:
BA/BS degree required preferable in the life sciences
1-3 years relevant work experience in the financial services industry strongly preferred
Superb quantitative and analytical skills
Exceptionally strong verbal and written communication skills
Able to maintain a high degree of accuracy a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Able to work independently as well as within a team and prioritize daily work flow with little direction
Advanced Excel skills essential
Strong work ethic and great attitude
U.S. Citizen/Permanent Resident required
Keyword: equity research, biotechnology,
From: Wedbush Securities

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