Investment Research Associate

About The Job

Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.

Position: Sell‑Side Equity Research Analyst / Associate

Type: Contract

Compensation: $105/hour

Location: Remote

Commitment: 20–30 hours/week

Role Responsibilities

• Lead sector coverage by monitoring companies, market trends, and industry developments.
• Develop and maintain detailed financial models and forecasts.
• Prepare and publish research notes, coverage reports, and earnings summaries for institutional clients.
• Collaborate with data teams to integrate automation, AI tools, and quantitative signals into research workflows.
• Present findings and insights to senior analysts, clients, and internal teams.

Qualifications

Must‑Have

• 2+ years of experience in sell‑side equity research, covering a specific sector (e.g., tech, industrials, healthcare, etc.).
• Proficiency in Excel modeling, valuation, and financial statement analysis.
• Strong writing, presentation, and client communication skills.
• Familiarity with Bloomberg, FactSet, and exposure to data visualization or automation tools.
• Quantitative mindset — able to blend traditional analysis with structured data insights.
• Degree in Finance, Economics, or STEM preferred; CFA or progress toward it a plus.

Application Process

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Seniority Level

• Not Applicable

Employment Type

• Part‑time

Job Function

• Research

Industries

• Software Development