Quantitative Researcher
WorldQuant
Quantitative Researcher
WorldQuant
Global quantitative asset management via algorithms
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.
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 deep thinker 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.
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Global quantitative asset management via algorithms
WorldQuant is a global quantitative asset management firm that uses data, talent, and predictive algorithms to manage investments for institutional clients. Its approach centers on quantitative research and algorithmic trading, applying mathematical models to identify opportunities and execute trades in financial markets. The company earns management and performance fees based on assets under management and investment returns. What sets WorldQuant apart is its scale and culture: a worldwide footprint with over 1,000 professionals across 27 offices, a strong emphasis on data-driven research and experimentation, and a commitment to equal opportunity where employees at all levels can contribute ideas. The firm’s goal is to deliver reliable, scalable investment performance for pension funds, endowments, sovereign wealth funds, and other institutions by closely linking research, technology, and trading execution to generate client returns.
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