Entry-Level Quantitative Researchers conduct rigorous quantitative research focused on predictive models and alpha signal discovery within systematic trading. You will be trained across the full research lifecycle from idea generation and data analysis to backtesting and portfolio analysis. The role requires building analytical tools, staying current with academic research, and collaborating within a research team to deliver high-quality results.
Cubist Systematic Strategies, an affiliate of Point72, deploys systematic, computer-driven trading strategies across multiple liquid asset classes, including equities, futures and foreign exchange. The core of our effort is rigorous research into a wide range of market anomalies, fueled by our unparalleled access to a wide range of publicly available data sources.
Role
Entry-Level Quantitative Researchers are responsible for conducting rigorous quantitative research with a focus on predictive models. You will be trained in all aspects of systematic trading from idea generation all the way to practical trading considerations. Successful hires will ultimately become thought leaders within our collaborative research group.
Responsibilities
Conduct original quantitative alpha signal research
Follow, digest and analyze the latest academic research
Manage all aspects of the research process, including idea generation, data analysis, hypothesis development and testing, alpha discovery, trading strategy generation, backtesting and portfolio analysis
Build analytical tools to supplement our shared research framework
Requirements
B.S., M.S. or PhD in finance, economics, mathematics, statistics, data science, computer science, or other quantitative discipline.
Programming in Python (or comparable language) and working knowledge of SQL
Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
Willingness to take ownership of his/her work.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
Strong desire to deliver high quality results in a timely fashion.
Detail-oriented.
Prior experience in the financial services industry is not required.
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About Cubist
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Cubist Systematic Strategies, an affiliate of Point72, deploys systematic, computer-driven trading strategies across multiple liquid asset classes, including equities, futures and foreign exchange. The core of our effort is rigorous research into a wide range of market anomalies, fueled by our unparalleled access to a wide range of publicly available data sources.
Role
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Entry-Level Quantitative Researchers are responsible for conducting rigorous quantitative research with a focus on predictive models. You will be trained in all aspects of systematic trading from idea generation all the way to practical trading considerations. Successful hires will ultimately become thought leaders within our collaborative research group.
Responsibilities
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Conduct original quantitative alpha signal research
Follow, digest and analyze the latest academic research
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Build analytical tools to supplement our shared research framework
Requirements
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B.S., M.S. or PhD in finance, economics, mathematics, statistics, data science, computer science, or other quantitative discipline.
Programming in Python (or comparable language) and working knowledge of SQL
Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
Willingness to take ownership of his/her work.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
Strong desire to deliver high quality results in a timely fashion.
Detail-oriented.
Prior experience in the financial services industry is not required.
A commitment to the highest ethical standards.
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Entry-Level Quantitative Researchers conduct rigorous quantitative research focused on predictive models and alpha signal discovery within systematic trading. You will be trained across the full research lifecycle from idea generation and data analysis to backtesting and portfolio analysis. The role requires building analytical tools, staying current with academic research, and collaborating within a research team to deliver high-quality results.
Cubist Systematic Strategies, an affiliate of Point72, deploys systematic, computer-driven trading strategies across multiple liquid asset classes, including equities, futures and foreign exchange. The core of our effort is rigorous research into a wide range of market anomalies, fueled by our unparalleled access to a wide range of publicly available data sources.
Role
Entry-Level Quantitative Researchers are responsible for conducting rigorous quantitative research with a focus on predictive models. You will be trained in all aspects of systematic trading from idea generation all the way to practical trading considerations. Successful hires will ultimately become thought leaders within our collaborative research group.
Responsibilities
Conduct original quantitative alpha signal research
Follow, digest and analyze the latest academic research
Manage all aspects of the research process, including idea generation, data analysis, hypothesis development and testing, alpha discovery, trading strategy generation, backtesting and portfolio analysis
Build analytical tools to supplement our shared research framework
Requirements
B.S., M.S. or PhD in finance, economics, mathematics, statistics, data science, computer science, or other quantitative discipline.
Programming in Python (or comparable language) and working knowledge of SQL
Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
Willingness to take ownership of his/her work.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
Strong desire to deliver high quality results in a timely fashion.
Detail-oriented.
Prior experience in the financial services industry is not required.
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About Cubist
\n
Cubist Systematic Strategies, an affiliate of Point72, deploys systematic, computer-driven trading strategies across multiple liquid asset classes, including equities, futures and foreign exchange. The core of our effort is rigorous research into a wide range of market anomalies, fueled by our unparalleled access to a wide range of publicly available data sources.
Role
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Entry-Level Quantitative Researchers are responsible for conducting rigorous quantitative research with a focus on predictive models. You will be trained in all aspects of systematic trading from idea generation all the way to practical trading considerations. Successful hires will ultimately become thought leaders within our collaborative research group.
Responsibilities
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Conduct original quantitative alpha signal research
Follow, digest and analyze the latest academic research
Manage all aspects of the research process, including idea generation, data analysis, hypothesis development and testing, alpha discovery, trading strategy generation, backtesting and portfolio analysis
Build analytical tools to supplement our shared research framework
Requirements
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B.S., M.S. or PhD in finance, economics, mathematics, statistics, data science, computer science, or other quantitative discipline.
Programming in Python (or comparable language) and working knowledge of SQL
Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
Willingness to take ownership of his/her work.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
Strong desire to deliver high quality results in a timely fashion.
Detail-oriented.
Prior experience in the financial services industry is not required.
A commitment to the highest ethical standards.
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