Investment Banking Associate

Life Sci 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 Life Sci 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.

Life Sci Capital is a member of FINRA and SIPC.

As 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 Life Sci Partners businesses) to structure, market, and execute a wide range of transactions and strategic advisory assignments.

• Drive 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 work streams, 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.

• At least 3 years of relevant experience in investment banking (Analyst/Associate) or an MBA with strong deal execution exposure across capital markets and/or M&A.
• Sector interest or experience in healthcare/life sciences (biotech/biopharma) 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 work streams under tight timelines while leading junior team members.
• Licensing: FINRA Series 79 and 63 (or ability to obtain within a defined timeframe). (Life Sci Capital is a member of FINRA/SIPC.)
• Education: Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degrees (MBA, MS, PhD, MD/Pharm
  
  D) and/or biotech domain expertise are valued given our research‑centric model.

• You 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.

• Comprehensive healthcare benefits with 100% Employer‑paid medical coverage for you and your dependents
• Generous PTO policy
• 401(k) plan
• Commuter benefits & additional EOP offerings

Our corporate headquarters is in New York City, with additional offices in Boston and San Diego. Our teams enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule, with the expectation that you will spend 3 days per week in the office.

Life Sci Capital is a Life Sci Partners platform company. Life Sci 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.

Please note:

this role is not open to external staffing partners at this time.