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: WorldQuant is seeking an exceptional individual to join the firm as Data Strategist. The person in this role will conduct research into new datasets that will be instrumental in the generation of new trading signals (Alphas). A successful candidate will gain a strong understanding of how we currently use data, but more importantly, conceptualize how to use data in creative and innovative ways. To ensure we are aware of all potential new sources of valuable data, this person will establish relationships with vendors, participate in industry events/conferences (both domestically and internationally) and conduct in-depth research via internet searches, industry software and hardware tools, white papers and industry publications. Additionally, this person will act as a content screener to filter companies and data opportunities as well as manage the full life-cycle of the data procurement process.

The Impact: WorldQuant is at the cutting edge in the use of data within the hedge fund industry. We aspire to remain at the forefront of data utilization and discovery and this person will be key to us realizing that goal. The identification of valuable data sources will continue to enhance our reputation as a leader in this space.

What You’ll Bring:

Degree in a quantitative, technical, or business-related discipline from a top university
5+ years of experience working with data and data vendors
Knowledge of the European and Asian data landscape, financial instruments, data marketplaces, industry lexicon and a quantitative investment process
Experience negotiating terms of service and contracts (particularly data licensing agreements)
Excellent communication skills in both verbal and written form
Ability to interact effectively with numerous internal teams and stakeholders
Mature, thoughtful, with the ability to operate in a collaborative, team-oriented culture
Motivated by the transformational effects of data

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