Research Assistant

RA Capital Management is a multi-stage investment manager dedicated to evidence-based investing in public and private healthcare, life sciences, and planetary health companies. For more than 20 years, RA Capital creates and funds innovative companies, from private seed rounds to public follow-on financings, allowing management teams to drive value creation from inception through commercialization and beyond. RA Capital's knowledge engine is guided by our TechAtlas internal research division, and RA Ventures (RAven), RA Capital’s healthcare incubator, which offers entrepreneurs and innovators a collaborative and comprehensive platform to explore the novel and the re-imagined. RA Capital has more than 150 employees and over $10 billion in assets under management.

Overview

Research Assistants at RA Capital support the company’s scientific research efforts by collecting, streamlining, and organizing detailed scientific data. Research Assistants will also use their knowledge of both internal and external third-party databases to identify inefficiencies and find solutions to continually optimize our processes. Collection, curation, and management of large data sets are the primary responsibilities for this position. This role will report to the Research Manager or Research Operations Manager.

Candidates must be eager to experiment with ways to incorporate AI into their work to be more efficient and effective. RA Capital is looking for people who are proactive about using AI where possible, looking for new tools and even creating new tools; AI is transforming our work, and we are specifically looking for AI-forward people to ensure that we are leveraging these tools to make us as effective as possible.

Skills And Responsibilities

• Ability to learn how to use myriad databases, including internal proprietary databases, third-party subscription databases, and public databases to extract key data and supporting information
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and respond well to guidance and feedback
• Basic understanding of science and technology and the ability to rapidly research, understand, and clearly and concisely articulate complex information
• Adaptability and willingness to seize opportunities to apply existing skill sets in novel ways
• Demonstrated leadership skills in a project-focused, results-driven environment
• Conviction of belief while maintaining an open-minded nature and humility toward learning
• Intellectual curiosity and desire to find innovative approaches to solutions
• Flexibility and ability to manage ambiguity and complex problem solving across multiple projects with varying timelines
• Excellent interpersonal communication and teamwork skills
• Problem-solving mentality and ability to improve upon and optimize processes
  
  

Education/Experience

• BA/BS required in biological sciences or technical field; MS preferred
• Prior internship or full-time experience (2 years or less) in biotech, life sciences or consulting
• Experience identifying and compiling relevant data required
• Experience with basic analysis in Excel (formulas, macros, etc.) required
• Programming languages (Python, SQL etc.) preferred
• Experience leveraging AI in either a project or work environment
• Must be based in Boston area; no relocation and local applicants only
  
  

RA Capital is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you require an accommodation during the interview process, please reach out to careers@racap.com for assistance.