Full Stack Application Programmer
Los Angeles, CA

Job Description

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

Experience and Skills

* 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