Long/Short Equity Analyst – Biotech

About the role

We are a leading global investment management firm seeking a Long/Short Equity Analyst focused on biotech to join our healthcare investment team in London. You will work closely with a Portfolio Manager covering the broader healthcare sector, identifying and underwriting opportunities within biotech equities through rigorous, research‑driven analysis.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct deep fundamental research on publicly traded biotech companies.
• Develop differentiated investment theses and generate long/short ideas.
• Analyze clinical data, drug pipelines, trial readouts, regulatory developments, market dynamics, and company valuations.
• Build financial models, perform company due diligence, and present investment recommendations.
• Collaborate with the Portfolio Manager to support portfolio construction and risk management.

Required profile

• Proven experience in Long/Short Equity investing.
• Strong background in biotech equity research or healthcare‑focused hedge funds, long/short equity funds, or biotech investment teams.
• Deep understanding of biotech companies, clinical development processes, and healthcare markets.
• Excellent fundamental research, modeling, and communication skills.

Required skills

• Strong understanding of biotech clinical development and regulatory pathways.
• Ability to build and interpret complex financial models.
• Effective written and verbal communication for presenting investment ideas.