Research Associate, Semiconductors

Job Description

What will you do?

• 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
• Develop an expertise in the Semiconductor sector
• 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 promptly

What you need to succeed

• Undergraduate degree or similar qualification with a focus on Business, Mathematics or other quantitative fields
• FINRA Licensing Requirements – Series 7, 63, 86 & 87, SIE
• Prior experience in capital markets, equity research, or investment banking is a plus; experience within the Semiconductor sector is a definite asset
• Excellent writing and communications skills
• Strong PC skills specifically in Microsoft Office applications and sourcing data from the internet and various technology publications
• Superior customer service focus and attitude for internal and external clients
• Ability to perform under pressure and meet time-sensitive deadlines, sometimes for extended periods
• Commitment to task and an attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize work and multi-task responsibilities
• Self-starter – must be organized and able to work independently
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work and coordinate effectively within a team environment

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 on 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 competitive compensation and flexible benefits, such as 401(k) with company-matching contributions, health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, and paid time off
• 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 expected salary range for this position is $100,000-$160,000 depending on experience, skills, and registration status, market conditions and business needs.

You have the potential to earn more through RBC’s discretionary variable compensation program, which offers the opportunity to increase total compensation if the business meets performance targets and individual goals are met.

RBC’s compensation philosophy recognizes 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 strategic goals, and generates sustainable shareholder returns.

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: 2026-04-24

Application Deadline: 2026-06-05

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

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