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Ballentine Partners

Research Analyst

Waltham, MA · On-site

Research Analyst Ballentine Partners Waltham, Massachusetts, United States About this position ... counsel, fund administrators, accountants, and other service providers. Promoting a culture of ...

Career Launch AI

Fund Advisory Associate

Manhattan, NY

$140K - $185K/yr

Position Overview Fund Advisory Associates support senior advisors, portfolio managers, and investment committees by conducting fund research, performance analysis, and portfolio monitoring across a ...

Imf

2026 Research Analyst

Washington, DC · On-site

The Fund seeks dynamic and highly motivated Research Analysts (RAs) with strong quantitative and analytical skills. The successful candidates should have the proven ability to work independently, as ...

Ballentine Partners

Research Analyst

Boston, MA · On-site

$85K - $115K/yr

The Research Analyst will assist in identifying opportunities and conducting due diligence across ... counsel, fund administrators, accountants, and other service providers. Promoting a culture of ...

Ballentine Partners

Research Analyst

Boston, MA · On-site

The Research Analyst will assist in identifying opportunities and conducting due diligence across ... counsel, fund administrators, accountants, and other service providers. Promoting a culture of ...

Russell Investments

Research Analyst

Seattle, WA · On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

The Macro and Credit research team is responsible for rating and recommending investment strategies ... hedge fund format. The analyst position in the team will be responsible for working with senior ...

Russell Investments

Research Analyst

Seattle, WA · On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

The Macro and Credit research team is responsible for rating and recommending investment strategies ... hedge fund format. The analyst position in the team will be responsible for working with senior ...

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How much do fund research analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for fund research analyst in the United States is $79,881.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,500.00 and $97,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a fund research analyst do?

A Fund Research Analyst is responsible for evaluating and analyzing various investment funds, such as mutual funds, hedge funds, or pension funds, to assist in making informed investment decisions. Their duties include conducting quantitative and qualitative research on fund performance, portfolio holdings, investment strategies, and risk factors. They often prepare reports and recommendations based on their findings to help investors or portfolio managers optimize their investment choices. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of financial markets are essential in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a fund research analyst, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Fund Research Analyst, you need strong analytical abilities, financial modeling skills, and a solid educational background in finance, economics, or a related field. Familiarity with investment research tools such as Bloomberg, Morningstar Direct, and Excel, as well as certifications like CFA, are highly valued. Attention to detail, critical thinking, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for interpreting data and presenting findings. These competencies enable analysts to provide accurate, actionable investment insights that drive informed decision-making for asset managers and clients.

What are some common challenges fund research analysts face when evaluating new investment opportunities?

Fund Research Analysts often encounter challenges such as gathering reliable data from diverse sources, staying updated with rapidly changing market conditions, and objectively assessing the risk and return profiles of potential investments. Additionally, distinguishing between short-term volatility and long-term performance trends can be complex, requiring strong analytical skills and sound judgment. Collaboration with portfolio managers and other analysts is crucial to ensure that all perspectives are considered before making recommendations.
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Infographic showing various Fund Research Analyst job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, and 12% Part Time. Highlights an 94% In-person, and 6% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $79,881 per year, or $38.4 per hour.

ESG Research Analyst

San Francisco, CA • On-site

Parnassus Investments
Investment Management and Consulting Services • 11 - 50 employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

Company Description
Parnassus Investments is the largest pure-play responsible investment mutual fund company in the United States. Based in San Francisco, we are growing assets-under-management in an expanding industry. We seek to build wealth responsibly for long-term investors by investing in businesses with increasingly relevant products or services, sustainable competitive advantages, quality management teams and ethical business practices. We incorporate rigorous environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria into our investment process.
Morningstar named Parnassus a top fund company to partner within the decade ahead. Our team members are typically long-tenured, sharing in a professional, vibrant culture that emphasizes principles, teamwork, and continuous learning.
Job Description
Overview
The ESG Research Analyst will be responsible for conducting ESG research on sectors, industries and individual companies. The ESG Research Analyst's responsibilities will also include engaging company holdings on ESG initiatives. The successful candidate has strong research, analytical, and communication skills and works comfortably in groups and independently.
Key Responsibilities
Research
• Utilize the Parnassus ESG research process to prepare recommendations
• Perform annual reviews of holdings
• Prepare and present summaries on material ESG controversies
Engagement
• Engage with current and prospective holdings on ESG-related topics
• Generate and execute engagements through the Parnassus impact engagement process
Client Servicing
• Assist with client inquiries
• Assist in creating and editing marketing materials
Qualifications
Qualifications
• Minimum two years of ESG investing or stewardship experience
• Excellent research, analytical, written and public speaking skills
• Ability to work closely with team members and individually to efficiently meet deadlines
• Familiar with MSCI ESG Manager, Sustainalytics and proficient with Microsoft Office
• Series 6 and Series 65 licenses (or be willing to obtain within six months of hire)
• Bachelor's degree required
Additional Information
Being Part of the Parnassus Team Includes:
• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience and skills
• An annual bonus potential based on company and individual performance
• 100% coverage of medical, dental and vision premiums for you and your family with no waiting period
• 2:1 charitable contribution matching to non-profit organizations
• The opportunity to collaborate with intellectually robust coworkers
• We are currently working remotely, but post-pandemic we expect to be back in our office in San Francisco's Financial District near BART, Muni, ferries and cable cars. We also provide a generous commuter subsidy.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Parnassus Investments is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, citizenship, disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We comply with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and will consider all applicants in accordance with this Ordinance.
Please see the Careers page of our website to view the privacy notice to job applicants to comply with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

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