Technology and Research Analyst

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.

Role Overview

As a Technology and Research Analyst on our Information Technology (IT) team, you will play a critical role in managing and analyzing finance and healthcare related data while supporting technology-driven decision-making processes. You will work at the intersection of strategic initiatives, investment analysis, data analytics, and technology, leveraging tools such as AI workflow builders, strong understanding of LLMs, Tableau, SQL, Python and Databricks to deliver actionable insights. This role requires a mix of technical expertise, project management skills, and the ability to translate complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Able to use the available AI tools like (Claude and ChatGPT) to build small to medium sized business solutions.
• Organize and manage IT projects related to initiatives across business functions to deliver technology solutions.
• Plan and execute technology projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Help evaluate and troubleshoot AI-powered tools and offerings
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand workflows and team specific outcomes and/or business cases.
• Analyze and visualize investment data using Tableau, SQL, and Databricks.
• Translate technical insights into clear, actionable recommendations for non-technical users.
• Work on optimizing data pipelines and automating data workflows to improve efficiency.
• Provide ongoing support for technology platforms and tools.
• Ensure data integrity, security, and accessibility in investment analysis processes.
• Facilitate vendor evaluations and vendor management
  
  

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Strong project management skills (30% of role) with experience in organizing and planning IT projects.
• Hands-on experience with data visualization and analytics using Tableau.
• Proficiency in SQL for querying and managing proprietary and vendor data.
• Experience with Databricks or similar cloud-based data platforms.
• Strong technical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot data and system issues.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical business users.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience with using AI and building agentic solutions
  
  

What You Will Get To Learn & Experience

• Fluent in building custom GPTs and leveraging the popular AI tools (Claude/ChatGPT)
• Hands-on experience in investment technology and financial data analysis.
• Exposure to advanced data analytics tools and methodologies.
• Opportunity to work with cross-functional teams, including investment professionals and software engineers.
• Mentorship and career development in the field of financial services/biotech/technology space.
• Impactful work in supporting data-driven investment decision-making.
  
  

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Analytics, or a related field.
• Experience in the investment, finance, or fintech industry, preferred.
• Familiarity with programming languages such as Python or R is a plus.
• Fluent in leveraging AI services such as Claude, ChatGPT, Retool/N8N, or any AI infused workflow tools.
• Knowledge of cloud-based analytics solutions such as AWS,Google Cloud, Snowflake, or Databricks.
  
  

Working Hours & Environment

• Hybrid schedule with flexibility based on business needs
• Must be based in Boston and willing to work a hybrid schedule
• Local applications only, no relocation
  
  

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.