Long/Short Equity Analyst – Biotech

About the role

We are partnering with a respected single‑manager investment platform to add an experienced Long/Short Equity Analyst focused on the biotechnology sector. The position is based in either New York City or San Francisco and offers the chance to work closely with senior investment professionals on a collaborative team that generates alpha through deep fundamental research.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct in‑depth fundamental research on publicly traded biotech companies.
• Build and maintain detailed financial and valuation models.
• Develop differentiated investment theses and present actionable long and short ideas.
• Monitor existing portfolio positions and stay abreast of industry developments.
• Meet with company management, industry experts, physicians, and key opinion leaders.
• Perform extensive due diligence, including analysis of clinical data, regulatory catalysts, competitive dynamics, and commercial opportunities.
• Collaborate with the investment team on portfolio construction and risk assessment.

Required profile

• 3–8 years of investing experience covering biotechnology equities.
• Prior experience at a hedge fund, long‑only asset manager, or dedicated healthcare investment platform is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to generate differentiated investment ideas supported by rigorous fundamental research.
• Strong understanding of drug development, clinical trials, regulatory pathways, and biotech business models.
• Excellent analytical and communication abilities with high intellectual curiosity and conviction.

Required skills

• Financial modeling