Bernstein Senior Research Associate, US Medical Devices

About Bernstein and Societe Generale

Bernstein is a premier global equity research and brokerage firm, renowned for its in-depth quantitative forecasts and unmatched industry expertise. In 2019, Bernstein acquired Autonomous Research, strengthening its position in financial services research. On April 1, 2024, AllianceBernstein and Societe Generale launched Bernstein, a joint venture expanding global cash equities and equity research business. This collaboration offers unparalleled equity liquidity access and integrated services, leveraging Bernstein's research and Societe Generale's equity derivatives, prime services, and equity capital markets offering.

The Opportunity: Bernstein Senior Research Associate, US Medical Devices

We are seeking a Senior Research Associate to join Bernstein’s esteemed Equity Research team, specializing in U.S. Medical Devices. This role offers a unique opportunity to build a long-term career in the investing world, perfect for individuals passionate about research, problem-solving, data analysis, and in-depth fundamental analysis. You will be mentored by a seasoned veteran, gaining deep industry expertise and paving the way for more senior opportunities within Bernstein.

Key Responsibilities

• Become an industry expert by working closely with a Senior Analyst possessing 20 years of prior industry management experience.
• Achieve high proficiency in the in-depth analysis of companies, stocks, and industry themes within the U.S. Medical Devices sector.
• Author highly differentiated written research, known for deep industry insights and robust quantitative frameworks.
• Develop expertise in financial forecasting, including constructing detailed forward-looking models.
• Cultivate strong relationships across the investing community, including sales, trading teams, and institutional clients.
• Build a professional network within the industry, engaging with senior management of covered companies.
• Act as a team COO, actively managing the franchise’s workflow and operational efficiency.

What We Offer

Bernstein prides itself on an outstanding Associate program, committed to your professional development. Our culture is intellectually rigorous, collegial, and supportive. We provide robust learning and development programs, annual offsite events, and a flexible work schedule with an active in-office environment. Associates actively lead firm cultural initiatives, covering health & wellness, community service, mentoring, employee resource groups, social events, and Associate leadership opportunities.

The role includes an annual discretionary bonus and a competitive benefits package. This package features a 401(k) plan with company match, Medical/Dental/Vision coverage, and additional benefits for fertility, wellness, student loans, and commuters.

Required Profile

For Senior Research Associate roles, we seek candidates demonstrating thought leadership, intellectual breadth, quantitative rigor, and a differentiated problem-solving approach. We carefully review academic backgrounds and prior work experience for evidence of:

• Organic leadership and an entrepreneurial mindset.
• Best-in-class broad-based analytical skills.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong quantitative skills and proven ability to work with data sets, often evidenced by STEM undergraduate degrees.
• Relentless intellectual curiosity – a signature strength of our team.
• MBA or equivalent experience.

We foster an intellectually challenging yet supportive environment and seek leaders who are also collaborative team players. Associate positions have historically been excellent platforms for internal advancement to Vice President and Senior Analyst roles, and many Associates successfully transition to investing careers with our clients.

Key skills/competency

• Equity Research
• Financial Analysis
• U.S. Medical Devices
• Quantitative Analysis
• Financial Modeling
• Industry Expertise
• Data Analysis
• Communication Skills
• Thought Leadership
• Investment Strategy