Institutional Equity Research Analyst, Life Sciences / Cannabis

Primary duties consist of, but not limited to:

• Conduct analysis and make investment recommendations focusing in the Life Sciences/Cannabis sector with a desire to broaden the platform to thematic research and thought leadership.
• Monitoring capital markets and broader Life Sciences industry trends valuable to investment decision making.
• Foster relationships with covered companies and facilitate client access to management teams.
• Develop accurate financial models and publish investment theses based on fundamental valuation methodologies.
• Willingness to travel (marketing to buy-side clients) and self-motivated to sell investment ideas to clients via phone.

Qualifications/Requirements

• A University degree in Finance, Business, Economics or Mathematics.
• 5 years previous experience as an Analyst in capital markets or consumer products.
• Strong knowledge of financial statements and analysis as well as broader capital markets.
• CFA  or equivalent
• FINRA Licenced (completed Series 86, 87 and Series 7 or equivalent)
• Professional designations are an asset but not required.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)
• Strong written and presentation skills with ability to concisely articulate investment ideas.
• Highly self-motivated with desire to provide timely analysis which is forward thinking and independent without direct supervision.
• Able to work within a team environment for extended hours.