What does a research analyst do?

A research analyst works in a corporate setting to investigate financial assets and securities. Your job as a research analyst is to uncover actionable information for financial institutions or clients and to make recommendations about whether to buy, sell, or hold onto financial assets. You can find research analyst jobs at investment banks and securities firms. The qualifications for a career as a research analyst are a master’s degree in finance, mathematics, or statistics. Your employer may require you to earn the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation or a FINRA license.