Research Associate, Biotechnology

Job Description

What is the Opportunity?

Research Associate responsible for fundamental analysis of companies in the Biotechnology sector.

What will you do?

• Develop an expertise in the Biotechnology sector
• Assist in the development and detailed modeling of company-specific financial models
• Coordinate, generate and maintain research reports, presentations and databases
• Provide research support to analysts as required
• Incumbent is in the process of developing core Research Associate skills
• Support and answer client queries as they relate to the sector
• Proactively identify operational risks / control deficiencies in the business
• Review and comply with Firm Policies applicable to your business activities
• Escalate operational risk loss events, control deficiencies and risks that you identify to your line manager and the relevant risk and control functions on a timely basis

What do you need to succeed?

Basic Qualifications

• PhD, MD, or similar advanced degree in life sciences field relevant to therapeutics
• FINRA Licensing Requirements – Series 7, 63, 86 & 87, SIE

Other Required Qualifications:

• 1-2 years of work experience in a non-academic setting such as biopharma industry/drug development, life sciences consulting, or investment banking is a plus
• Familiarity with accounting and financial modeling
• Previous exposure to the biopharmaceuticals sector
• Efficient writing capabilities
• Strong computer skills (Excel) with ability to quickly learn new platforms
• Detail oriented with solid analytical skills and ability to synthesize data points into trends beyond the mainstream
• Energetic, self-motivated and an ability to perform under pressure and meet time-sensitive deadlines, sometimes for extended periods of time
• Demonstrated passion for equity/financial markets
• Prior sell-side equity research experience in biotechnology, pharma, or specialty pharmaceuticals is a plus
• Good understanding of financial/stock market
• Knowledge of Wolters Kluwer software and IMS are a plus

Authorities, Impact, Risk

• Regular interaction with clients
• Supporting Senior Analyst

Key Relationships

• Internal clients including sales and trading
• External clients as required

Working Conditions

• The work environment is based in an office/trading floor, thus little physical effort is required
• The office environment can be a high-stress environment that requires quick turnaround and decision making

What’s in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• Opportunities to do challenging work
• Opportunities to build close relationships with clients

The good-faith expected salary range for the above position is $100,000 - $160,000 depending on factors including but not limited to the candidate’s experience, skills, registration status; market conditions; and business needs. This salary range does not include other elements of total compensation, including a discretionary bonus and benefits such as a 401(k) program with company-matching contributions; health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; and paid time-off plan.

RBC’s compensation philosophy and principles recognize the importance of a highly qualified global workforce and plays a critical role in attracting, engaging and retaining talent that:

• Drives RBC’s high-performance culture
• Enables collective achievement of our strategic goals
• Generates sustainable shareholder returns and above market shareholder value

Job Skills

Communication, Detail-Oriented, Economic Analysis, Financial Instruments, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Fund Analysis, Information Capture, Investment Reporting, Investments Analysis, Personal Initiative

Additional Job Details

Address: BROOKFIELD PLACE FKA 3 WORLD FINANCIAL CENTER, 200 VESEY STREET, NEW YORK

City

New York

Country

United States of America

Work hours/week

40

Employment Type

Full time

Platform

CAPITAL MARKETS

Job Type

Regular

Pay Type

Salaried

Posted Date

2026-05-21

Application Deadline

2026-06-26

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above.

Our Employment Opportunities

At RBC, we are guided by living shared values of Client First, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Excellence and winning together as One RBC. We believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.

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