We are looking for Research Associates to join us of Sanford C. Bernstein’s premier Research platform. Our industry teams are typically only two or three professionals in number, and you will have a high level of responsibility and be empowered to make an important contribution. As a Research Associate you will: Acquire expertise in the research sector by working with Senior Analysts who are seasoned industry experts Become adept at in-depth analysis of your industry and companies Learn a rigorous level of financial analysis and build complex financial models Contribute to our highly differentiated written product Build relationships with company managements as well as sales, trading, and institutional clients We make a strong commitment to Associate development, and give you opportunities to rapidly gain visibility and incremental responsibility. While our culture is intellectually challenging, it is also very collegial and fun – Associates lead and participate in a range of activities including philanthropy, leadership and development programs, social events, mentoring and annual off- and on-sites. Qualifications Our Research Associates typically possess: Track records of outstanding academic performance, including honors and awards. Academic credentials typically include test scores and grades in the 90th percentile and above Excellent broad-based analytical skills Relentless intellectual curiosity and a drive to excel at the highest level Strong quantitative backgrounds Outstanding verbal and written communication skills We look for consummate team players who seek a highly rigorous and collegial environment for their development. Mumbai, India We are a leading global investment management firm offering high-quality research and diversified investment services to institutional clients, retail investors, and private-wealth clients in major markets around the globe. With over 4,000 employees across 51 locations operating in 25 countries and jurisdictions, our ambition is simple: to be the most trusted investment firm in the world. We realize that it's our people who give us a competitive advantage and drive success in the market, and our goal is to create an inclusive culture that rewards hard work. Our culture of intellectual curiosity and collaboration creates an environment where you can thrive and do your best work. Whether you're producing thought-provoking research, identifying compelling investment opportunities, infusing new technologies into our business or providing thoughtful advice to our clients, we are fully invested in you. If you're ready to challenge your limits and empower your career, join us! AB does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status or any other basis that is prohibited by applicable law. AB’s policies, as well as practices, seek to ensure that employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants, based solely on job-related criteria. Please be advised that AB does not solicit confidential information from job applicants during the screening process, nor extend job offers without the candidate participating in a series of interviews to be properly considered for an open role. If you receive requests for confidential information, outside of the formal interviewing process even if the person asserts that they represent AB, we encourage you not to reply.