Quantitative Researcher - Systematic Equities
We are currently partnered with a leading multi-manager hedge fund, who is seeking a Quantitative Researcher to join a systematic equities team in New York. This individual will be responsible for researching, developing, and enhancing alpha-generating investment strategies, working closely with portfolio managers, researchers, and technologists in a highly collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
- Research and develop systematic equity investment strategies
- Analyze large, complex datasets to identify predictive signals and market inefficiencies
- Apply statistical and machine learning techniques to investment research
- Partner with portfolio managers and technology teams to implement research ideas
- Evaluate strategy performance and identify opportunities for improvement
- Explore and assess new datasets and alternative data sources
Requirements
- Advanced degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related quantitative field
- Strong programming skills in Python and/or C++
- Deep understanding of statistics, machine learning, and data analysis
- Experience conducting quantitative research in financial markets or a comparable research-intensive environment
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills
Preferred
- Prior experience researching systematic equities strategies
- Exposure to alternative data and large-scale research environments
- Demonstrated track record of developing predictive models
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