Physician / Massachusetts / Permanent / Quantitative Equity Researcher
Description:
A financial institution in Massachusetts is looking to add a new Quantitative Equity Researcher for a promising opportunity with their team at their Boston office. Working as a member of a quantitative equity group, the Quantitative Equity Researcher will be responsible for researching and improving existing strategies and developing new stock-selection models.
Responsibilities:
The Quantitative Equity Researcher will:
Conduct alpha factor research for global equity strategies by generating creative investment ideas and rigorous quantitative analysis
Apply statistical analysis and modeling techniques with finance intuition to datasets large and small, enhance existing models and pursue new and previously unexplored research topics
Analyze global financial markets, industry-specific, and macroeconomic data to forecast business, industry and economic conditions and trends in order to make investment decisions
Perform other duties, as needed
Qualifications:
2+ years of Quantitative Research / Portfolio Management experience in Active Equity Strategies
Advanced Degree from a top programs
Strong background in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Computational Science, and Engineering
Solid fundamental economic quantitative research skills
Critical knowledge of the relevant Theoretical and Empirical alpha factor research, Forecasting methodologies and Portfolio Construction techniques
Knowledge of Financial Statements and other Regulatory filings
In-depth knowledge of Quantitative Alpha Source Research and Modeling and Portfolio Construction and Optimization
Research experience working with large data sets, applying statistical and numerical methods including machine learning
Knowledge of Financial and Macroeconomic databases, like Compustat, Worldscope, IBES, Datastream, CRSP, IFS, etc.
Great interpersonal skills
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
Strong attention to detail
Highly organized
Desired Skills:
Ph.D
Permanent