# Equity Research Associate - BioTech [William Blair](https://www.jorb.ai/firms/william-blair.md) · New York · United States · [Research](https://www.jorb.ai/jobs/research.md) William Blair is hiring a Equity Research Associate - BioTech in New York. Posted 2026-02-20; applications close 2026-04-21. **Apply**: https://www.williamblair.com/Careers/job-description?gh_jid=5015129007 Posted 2mo ago. ## Role details ## Overview William Blair’s sell-side equity research team delivers superior investment ideas and value-added perspective for more than 600 quality growth companies. Through exhaustive fundamental research and independent thinking, the team’s award-winning analysts identify companies capable of delivering superior investment returns for clients. The team specializes in providing investment analysis on companies across sectors including consumer; financial services and technology; global industrial infrastructure; global services; healthcare; and technology, media, and communications. ## Role and Responsibilities Assemble and validate data on quality growth companies and conduct fundamental research and analyses on industry sectors, companies, and securities under the direction of senior Research Analysts. Develop and/or update financial models and other statistical data for security analyses. Document findings and develop reports, presentation materials, and educational tools for investment teams, clients, and prospects. ## Responsibilities include but are not limited to: - Conduct research, build and/or update financial models and other statistical data for use in the formulation of security analysis. - Prepare internal and external written reports, notes, and other documents to communicate investment ideas, research, news events, and opinions regarding security analysis. - Visit companies, attend conferences and other relevant events. Build and maintain relationships with company executives, and prepare records to develop sources of information for analysis activities. - Answer inquiries from clients, firm personnel, and the general public regarding individual securities or industry groups. - Identify and formulate new investment ideas, and issue opinions and recommendations to clients on securities and companies in one or more industry groups targeted to follow, to generate new business activity. - Participate in other projects as requested by management. ## Qualifications - MD or PhD in biology or chemistry (or related life sciences field) strongly preferred. - Minimum of 1–2 years related work or internship experience. - Strong writing skills required. - Strong conceptual and critical thinking skills. - Strong accounting and financial statement analysis skills. - Ability to build computer-generated financial models. - Clear, effective verbal and written communication; ability to understand others. - Proficiency in Internet searches and Microsoft Office products. - Practical and capable of simplifying and summarizing complex information. - Commitment to satisfying internal and external customers. - SIE Exam, Series 7, 63, 86, and 87 required (must be obtained within first 180 days). ## Salary & Benefits A reasonable estimate of the current base salary range at time of posting is below. Base salary does not include other forms of compensation or benefits. Actual base salary within the specified range is based on factors including but not limited to the applicant's skills, prior relevant experience, degrees and certifications, job responsibilities, market considerations, and location. This role is eligible for either a discretionary annual bonus (based on company, business unit, and individual performance) and/or commission-based incentives. Our featured benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; employer-paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance; 401(k) and profit sharing; paid time off; Maven family and fertility benefits; parental leave (including adoption, surrogacy, and foster placement); and other voluntary benefits. $140,000 — $155,000 USD ## About Our Firm William Blair strives to attract qualified candidates who specialize in investment banking, investment management, private wealth management, and other strategic resource groups. We are committed to empowering colleagues to deliver client success and engage in our communities. For nine decades, we have delivered trusted advice while deepening our expertise and relationships across asset classes and markets in North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia. We provide advisory services, strategies, and solutions to meet clients’ evolving needs amid dynamic market conditions and varying industries. As an independent partnership, we empower our people to bring their best thinking to deliver tailored, thoughtful work and problem-solving abilities that clients expect. Learn more at **williamblair.com**. ## Equal Opportunity William Blair is an equal opportunity employer. We comply with all laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, marital status, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, unfavorable discharge from military service, or a disability unrelated to the ability to perform the duties of the job. EOE m/f/d/v. ## Privacy, Scams & Recruiting Be aware of hiring scams: William Blair has clear processes and guidelines regarding recruiting. We do not request personal financial information during an application, nor do we offer employment without an interview at a registered office. William Blair does not use instant messaging services such as WhatsApp, Telegram, or iMessage in the recruiting or interviewing process. Note to External Recruiters / Search Firms: William Blair does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not pay for placements resulting from unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes will not be considered valid submissions. Download William Blair's privacy policies for job applicants: - California Consumer Privacy Act Privacy Notice (CCPA) - General Data Protection Regulation Privacy Notice (GDPR) _Contact us should you have any questions or concerns._ ## More open roles at William Blair - [Investment Banking Analyst - Financial Sponsors Group](https://www.jorb.ai/jobs/69e00fa8b40275c7018ab9c0.md) — New York, posted 7d ago - [Frankfurt Investment Banking Internship - January 2027](https://www.jorb.ai/jobs/69df5ac1a7f61def194965c6.md) — EMEA, posted 7d ago - [Investment Banking Analyst 1, Technology](https://www.jorb.ai/jobs/69dd38c685641e9bc92da672.md) — London, posted 9d ago - [Investment Banking Analyst, Healthcare](https://www.jorb.ai/jobs/69c526c2523fbf6206d34b53.md) — London, posted 27d ago - [Investment Banking Analyst, Secondary Advisory](https://www.jorb.ai/jobs/69b7f7613a9ec0263ff1a64f.md) — London, posted 1mo ago --- Updated: 2026-04-22 Canonical: https://www.jorb.ai/jobs/69988958f6e1a841762ee968