Quant Research Associate Program - London/NY

Marshall Wace - Graduate & Associate roles; Greater London; Presencial; GBP 113.000 - 124.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Marshall Wace is recruiting for a quantitative associate program designed for high-calibre, numerate individuals. You will research, develop, and refine predictive signals and models that drive investment strategies, applying statistics, ML, and data analysis across short- to long-horizon forecasts.

You will work with portfolio managers to productionize the strongest ideas, in a fast-paced, meritocratic environment that rewards initiative and rigorous problem-solving.

Formación

• Master's degree or PhD in a highly quantitative discipline such as Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• Strong programming skills in Python, C++, or similar languages
• A solid foundation in statistics, probability, and numerical methods
• Genuine interest in financial markets and systematic trading
• Sharp problem-solving ability and a rigorous, analytical mindset
• The ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, live trading environment
• Clear communication skills - you can explain complex technical concepts to a range of audiences
• A proactive, self-starter attitude with the drive to take ownership of projects from day one

Responsabilidades

• Research, develop, and refine the predictive signals and models that drive investment strategies — turning data into alpha
• Engage in statistical modelling, machine learning, large-scale data analysis, and signal research
• Source and explore novel datasets, design and validate trading signals, backtest hypotheses against real market conditions
• Collaborate with portfolio managers to bring the strongest ideas into production

Conocimientos

Quantitative analysis

Statistical modeling

Data analysis

Python or C++

Communication

Problem solving

Fast-paced work

Self-starter

Educación

Master's or PhD in Mathematics/Statistics/CS/Physics/Engineering

Descripción del empleo

Marshall Wace is recruiting for a quantitative associate program designed for high-calibre, numerate individuals. You will research, develop, and refine predictive signals and models that drive investment strategies, applying statistics, ML, and data analysis across short- to long-horizon forecasts.

You will work with portfolio managers to productionize the strongest ideas, in a fast-paced, meritocratic environment that rewards initiative and rigorous problem-solving.