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Quantitative Researcher - Remote

Posted 32 weeks ago
Data Analysis
Full Time
USA
$60,000 - $120,000/year

Overview

WorldQuant develops and deploys systematic financial strategies across a broad range of asset classes and global markets. We seek to produce high-quality predictive signals (alphas) through our proprietary research platform to employ financial strategies focused on market inefficiencies. Our teams work collaboratively to drive the production of alphas and financial strategies – the foundation of a balanced, global investment platform.

WorldQuant is built on a culture that pairs academic sensibility with accountability for results. Employees are encouraged to think openly about problems, balancing intellectualism and practicality. Excellent ideas come from anyone, anywhere. Employees are encouraged to challenge conventional thinking and possess an attitude of continuous improvement.

Our goal is to hire the best and the brightest. We value intellectual horsepower first and foremost, and people who demonstrate an outstanding talent. There is no roadmap to future success, so we need people who can help us build it.

In Short

  • WorldQuant is seeking Researchers to join the BRAIN team.
  • Create and develop Alphas and other utilization algorithms on BRAIN.
  • Conduct research on academic quantitative finance literature.
  • Identify and design new research domains.
  • Analyze current functionalities available to researchers.
  • Design and test new functionalities and datasets on the BRAIN platform.
  • Work with BRAIN Strategy and Operations country heads.
  • Conduct training sessions for BRAIN users and consultants.
  • Prepare and update training curriculum of BRAIN.
  • Possess good communication and presentation skills in English.

Requirements

  • Familiarity and proficiency in using BRAIN or BRAIN Research Consultant preferred.
  • Possess or expect a Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree in engineering, science, mathematics, finance or any other related field.
  • Demonstrated programming experience in one of the following (Java/C++/C/Python/MySQL/SQL Server); knowledge of UNIX preferred.
  • Possess a research scientist mind-set; be a self-starter, a creative and persevering deep thinker.
  • Have a strong interest in learning about worldwide financial markets.

Benefits

  • Base salary, discretionary performance bonus, and benefits.
  • Opportunity to work in a collaborative and innovative environment.
  • Access to advanced crowdsourcing platform for external participants.
  • Global remote-work opportunities.

WorldQuant

WorldQuant

WorldQuant is a leading quantitative asset management firm that specializes in developing and deploying systematic financial strategies across various asset classes and global markets. The company focuses on generating high-quality predictive signals through its proprietary research platform, aiming to exploit market inefficiencies. WorldQuant fosters a collaborative culture that values intellectual rigor and accountability, encouraging employees to challenge conventional thinking and continuously improve. The firm is committed to hiring top talent and offers opportunities for individuals to engage in quant finance through its BRAIN initiative, which simplifies quant finance and promotes global participation in financial strategies.

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