Equity Research Analyst / Associate
Listing checked October 7, 2026 · pay as published by Micro1
Overview
micro1 is hiring Equity Research Analysts and Associates for a short-term contract. You will use your sell-side experience to help train next-generation AI systems. The work includes evaluating AI tools built for financial research, participating in expert interviews, and documenting feedback. No prior AI experience is needed. Your domain knowledge in equity research and financial analysis is what matters.
What You'll Do7
- 1Take part in structured interviews about current sell-side research methods and workflows.
- 2Test AI-powered platforms designed for equity research analysis and give feedback on usability, coverage, and analytical output.
- 3Review generated financial content to check accuracy, depth, and relevance to specific industries.
- 4Share your views on how AI tools can fit into traditional equity research processes.
- 5Write down observations and recommendations that will guide the development of AI models for financial research.
- 6Work with project coordinators to make sure your feedback is actionable and matches project goals.
- 7Provide written and verbal feedback with a focus on clarity and depth.
Requirements8
- 1Current or recent experience as a sell-side Equity Research Analyst or Associate.
- 2A track record of publishing research, ratings, price targets, earnings notes, or coverage initiations for public companies.
- 3Hands-on familiarity with AI tools used in financial research or analysis workflows.
- 4Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly.
- 5Experience taking part in interviews, panel discussions, or feedback sessions about industry tools and practices.
- 6Recognized for analytical rigor, attention to detail, and industry expertise.
- 7Proven ability to evaluate and synthesize information from multiple sources into actionable insights.
- 8Background working with institutional clients and familiarity with the standards of published sell-side research.
Who Should Apply
This role fits someone who has recently published sell-side equity research on public companies and is comfortable discussing their methodology in interviews. You should also have some hands-on experience with AI tools for financial analysis. The role is less suitable for candidates without direct sell-side research experience or those who have never produced published reports. A common reason candidates get rejected is that they cannot point to specific published work like ratings, price targets, or earnings notes. Another is lacking clear examples of how they have used AI tools in a research workflow.
Salary Insight
The compensation for this contract is $180 to $220 per hour. No other pay details are provided in the source.
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