Quantitative Researcher

Job updated 4 months ago

Job Description

The Role:

Research is at the core of WorldQuant. Through rigorous exploration and unconstrained thinking about how to apply data to the financial markets, our researchers are in constant search of new alphas. We strive to understand data in ways our competitors don’t believe is possible. Researchers at WorldQuant employ tested processes seeking to identify high-quality predictive signals that we believe are undiscovered by the wider market. These signals are mathematical expressions of data that are used as inputs in our quantitative models.

WorldQuant is seeking an exceptional individual to join the firm as a Quantitative Researcher. The person must have a strong understanding of the investment research process to create computer-based models that seek to predict movements of global financial markets. While prior finance experience is not required, a successful candidate must possess a strong interest in learning about finance and global markets. Candidates will have a research scientist mind-set; be a self-starter, a creative and persevering problem solver who is motivated by unsolved challenges.

Its Impact: As we pursue our goal of creating new alphas, we need researchers who will lead us there. WorldQuant’s unique investment platform is a leader amongst its peers and the methodology we employ is cutting edge. We desire people who will help us in our relentless pursuit to succeed.

What You’ll Bring:
  • Degree (BEng, MSc and PhD) from a top university in a field, such as: Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, Electrical engineering or equivalent
  • High GPA and academic grades
  • Research mentality: deep thinker, creative, strong work ethic, persevering, smart & a self-starter
  • Programming skills – C++ and Python predominantly, but newer skills welcomed too
  • Strong interest in learning about worldwide financial markets
  • Strong communication skills in English – including both written and verbal

As a plus:

  • While not required, a strong interest in financial markets will definitely be beneficial. Prior experience in quant research will count as a big plus
  • Strong record of research achievement – examples include scientific publications, conference presentations, grants or industry awards

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WorldQuant is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, age, marital status, citizenship, national origin, disability, military status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or any other protected characteristic as established by applicable law.

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FinTech / InsurTech
501 - 1000 people

About us

WorldQuant 是家全球量化資產管理公司,管理超過 70 億美元的資產。由 Igor Tulchinsky 於 2007 年創立,我們相信人才遍布全球,但機會則非如此,目前擁有超過 1000 名員工、分布在全球 26 個辦公室。我們遵循著有無限洞見可以發掘的原則,試圖更快速地走向未來,WorldQuant 針對國際市場上不同的資產類別建制及應用系統性的金融策略。

想了解更多關於 WorldQuant 的經營理念與文化,請造訪 www.worldquant.com

WorldQuant is a global quantitative asset management firm with over $7 billion in assets under management. Founded in 2007 by Igor Tulchinsky with the belief that talent is global, but opportunity is not, WorldQuant has more than 1,000 employees spread among 26 global offices. WorldQuant seeks to get to the future faster, guided by the principle that there are an infinite number of insights to discover. The firm develops and deploys investment strategies across a variety of asset classes in global markets. For more information on WorldQuant’s philosophy and culture, please visit www.worldquant.com.