Investment Banking Associate

LifeSci Capital is a research‑driven investment bank focused solely on life sciences, integrating equity research, investment banking, and equity capital markets to help emerging life science and healthcare companies access capital and engage investors. Our investment banking capabilities span corporate finance, private capital advisory, mergers & acquisitions, equity & debt capital markets, SPAC financings and restructuring. As part of the broader LifeSci Partners platform, including Advisors, Communications, Consulting, Events, Search, and Venture, we collaborate across disciplines to deliver end‑to‑end support for clients throughout their lifecycle. LifeSci Capital is a member of FINRA and SIPC.The RoleAs an Associate on our Healthcare Investment Banking team, you will be a key contributor to transaction execution and origination across the life sciences sector (with a focus on biotech and biopharma) while operating in a platform where research insights and investor engagement directly inform capital markets outcomes. You will work closely with senior bankers and cross‑functional partners (ECM, Research, and the broader LifeSci Partners businesses) to structure, market, and execute a wide range of transactions and strategic advisory assignments.What You’ll DoDrive day‑to‑day execution on live mandates across equity and debt financings, sell‑side and buy‑side M&A, private capital advisory, and strategic alternatives processes; manage workstreams, timelines, and deliverables.Build, review, and present qualitative and quantitative analyses to support client decision‑making.Draft and refine client materials, including pitch books, engagement letters, CIMs, management presentations, board materials, NDR/ECM materials, and offering documents.Assist in or lead due diligence (business, financial, market, clinical/regulatory, and operational)Mentor and oversee Analysts (and summer talent) to ensure accuracy, clarity, and timeliness across all work products.Contribute to business development: track sector themes, prepare strategic content for senior banker meetings, and help maintain client and investor relationships.What You’ll BringAt least 3 years of relevant experience in a relevant Investment Banking role (equity focused highly preferred.) This role is ideally suited for a 3rd year Analyst or 1st year Associate.Experience in healthcare/life sciences (biotech/biopharma/medtech) and comfort with life science-specific issues around clinical, regulatory and commercial.Advanced financial modeling and valuation skills; rigorous attention to detail and ability to synthesize complex information into actionable insights.Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills required.Strong written and verbal communication skills; poise with clients, investors, and senior internal stakeholders.Proven ability to manage multiple workstreams under tight timelines while leading junior team members.Licensing: FINRA Series 79 and 63 (or ability to obtain within a defined timeframe). (LifeSci Capital is a member of FINRA/SIPC.)Education: Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degrees (MBA, MS, PhD, MD/PharmD) and/or biotech domain expertise are valued given our research‑centric model.How You’ll Succeed HereYou thrive in a research‑anchored, investor‑engaged environment where insights from coverage and KOL interactions shape transaction strategy and marketing.You embrace a boutique culture, hands‑on execution, high accountability, and senior‑level exposure with the opportunity for active client engagement.What We offer:Competitive Salary and Bonus opportunityComprehensive healthcare benefits with low-cost employee contributionGenerous PTO policy401(k) planPaid Parental LeaveCommuter benefits & additional EOP offeringsLifeSci Capital is a LifeSci Partners platform company. LifeSci Partners is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under federal and state law. We provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs, as required by law.