Junior Quantitative Researcher - Predictive Models for Trading

Point72; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 600,000 - 900,000; 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 will become a thought leader within a collaborative research group.

The role emphasizes building analytical tools, handling the research lifecycle, and contributing to the refinement of trading

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in a quantitative discipline (finance, economics, math, statistics, data science, CS)
• Strong programming in Python (or comparable language) and working knowledge of SQL
• Excellent analytical and quantitative abilities
• Willingness to own your work and deliver high-quality results
• Ability to work both independently and with a team
• Detail-oriented mindset and ethical standards
• Prior financial services experience not required

Responsibilities

• Conduct original quantitative alpha signal research
• Digest and analyze the latest academic research
• Manage all aspects of the research process—from idea generation to backtesting and portfolio analysis
• Build analytical tools to support the shared research framework

Skills

Python programming

Analytical skills

Quantitative research

Team collaboration

Ownership

Detail-oriented

Education

B.S., M.S. or PhD in finance/economics/mathematics/statistics/data science/computer science

Tools

Python

SQL

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 will become a thought leader within a collaborative research group.

The role emphasizes building analytical tools, handling the research lifecycle, and contributing to the refinement of trading