Junior Quantitative Researcher — Equities
New York, NY
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- Base salary
- $150,000–$225,000 per year
- Bonus / other compensation details
- Base salary: $150,000–$225,000 per year + performance bonus
About the role
What You'll Be Doing
As a Junior Quantitative Researcher, you will join a dynamic team focused on equity research. Your role will include:
- Researching and developing predictive signals for equity markets.
- Applying statistical and machine learning techniques to large financial and alternative datasets.
- Designing, testing, and implementing systematic investment strategies.
- Conducting rigorous backtesting and performance analysis.
- Exploring new datasets and identifying differentiated sources of alpha.
- Collaborating with portfolio managers and researchers to improve portfolio construction and signal generation.
- Building scalable research tools and analytical frameworks.
- Presenting research findings and investment insights to the broader investment team.
Who We're Looking For
- PhD in Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, Economics, Finance, Operations Research, or a related quantitative discipline.
- 0-3 years of experience in quantitative research, systematic investing, machine learning, data science, or a related field.
- Strong programming skills in Python.
Why This Role
This is an exceptional opportunity to work at the intersection of quantitative research and portfolio management within a leading hedge fund. You will have the chance to collaborate with seasoned experts, apply cutting-edge techniques, and contribute to impactful investment strategies in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
Apply confidentially or contact Emerald’s recruiting team at chris.sullivan@emeraldrecruit.com.