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RBC · 17 hours ago

Research Associate. Biotechnology

RBC is a leading bank that thrives on the challenge to be its best and is seeking a Research Associate in the Biotechnology sector. The role involves developing expertise in the sector, assisting in financial modeling, coordinating research reports, and providing support to analysts.

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Responsibilities

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 analyst 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

Qualification

PhD in life sciencesNYSE Licensing Series 7NYSE Licensing 63NYSE Licensing 86NYSE Licensing 87NYSE Licensing SIEFinancial modelingBiopharmaceuticals sector knowledgeWolters Kluwer softwareIMS softwareAnalytical skillsComputer skillsDetail-orientedWriting capabilities

Required

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

Preferred

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

Benefits

Discretionary bonus
401(k) program with company-matching contributions
Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
Paid time-off plan

Company

Royal Bank of Canada is a global financial institution with a purpose-driven, principles-led approach to delivering leading performance.

H1B Sponsorship

RBC has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (29)
2024 (17)
2023 (3)
2022 (4)
2021 (1)
2020 (2)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$16.3B
2025-10-30Post Ipo Debt· $5B
2025-09-15Post Ipo Debt· $1.35B
2025-07-10Post Ipo Debt· $177.74M

Leadership Team

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Graeme Hepworth
Chief Risk Officer
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Kelly Bradley
Chief Human Resources Officer
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