Junior Quantitative Researcher: Predictive Models & Trading

Point72; Sydney; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cubist Systematic Strategies, an affiliate of Point72, seeks an Entry-Level Quantitative Researcher to conduct rigorous quantitative research with a focus on predictive models. You will be trained in all aspects of systematic trading—from idea generation to practical trading considerations—and you can become a thought leader within our collaborative research group.

Successful hires join a team that values analytical rigor, ownership, and teamwork, with opportunities to build tools and backtest

Qualifications

• Quantitative degree in finance, economics, mathematics, statistics, or data science.
• Proficient in Python and SQL.
• Strong analytical and quantitative abilities.
• Detail-oriented and ethical.

Responsibilities

• Conduct original quantitative alpha signal research.
• Digest and analyze the latest academic research.
• Manage research from idea generation to backtesting and portfolio analysis.
• Build analytical tools to support the research framework.

Skills

Python programming

SQL

Analytical skills

Quantitative discipline

Independent work

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Education

Quantitative degree (B.S./M.S./PhD)

Job description

Cubist Systematic Strategies, an affiliate of Point72, seeks an Entry-Level Quantitative Researcher to conduct rigorous quantitative research with a focus on predictive models. You will be trained in all aspects of systematic trading—from idea generation to practical trading considerations—and you can become a thought leader within our collaborative research group.

Successful hires join a team that values analytical rigor, ownership, and teamwork, with opportunities to build tools and backtest