Quantitative Researcher

Intellectual Capital HR Consulting Pvt. Ltd.; Chennai District; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Intellectual Capital HR Consulting Pvt. Ltd. seeks a Quantitative Researcher to design and implement quantitative models and trading strategies. The role emphasizes developing forecasting models, risk controls, and collaborating with technology and trading teams to deploy algorithms.

The candidate should have an advanced degree in a quantitative field and at least 3 years of experience in quantitative research or related areas, with strong programming skills in Python, R, or C++.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Master’s in a quantitative field is required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in quantitative research, algorithmic trading, or related field.
• Proficiency in Python, R, or C++ is required.

Responsibilities

• Quantitative Strategy Development: design, develop, and implement quantitative models and strategies to generate alpha and optimize investment portfolios.
• Data Analysis and Modeling: develop and refine quantitative models for forecasting, risk management, and performance evaluation.
• Algorithmic Trading: collaborate with tech and trading teams to integrate strategies into systems and monitor execution performance.
• Risk Management: develop and implement risk controls to ensure model integrity and stability.

Skills

Quantitative research

Algorithmic trading

Python

R

C++

Data analysis

Education

Ph.D. or Master’s in Finance/Math/Statistics

Job description

Job Title: Quantitative Researcher

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Quantitative Researcher to join our quantitative research team. As a Quantitative Researcher, you will play a critical role in developing and implementing innovative quantitative strategies, leveraging your strong mathematical and analytical skills.

Responsibilities:

1. Quantitative Strategy Development:

• Design, develop, and implement quantitative models and strategies to generate alpha and optimize investment portfolios.
• Conduct thorough research on financial markets, economic indicators, and relevant datasets to identify and capitalize on trading opportunities.

2. Data Analysis and Modeling:

• Develop and refine quantitative models for forecasting, risk management, and performance evaluation.

3. Algorithmic Trading:

• Collaborate with the technology and trading teams to implement quantitative strategies into algorithmic trading systems.
• Monitor and optimize algorithmic trading processes to ensure efficient execution and performance.

4. Risk Management:

• Work on developing and implementing risk management protocols to ensure the integrity and stability of quantitative models and strategies.

Qualifications:

• Advanced degree (Ph.D. or Master's) in a quantitative discipline such as Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field.
• Proven experience in quantitative research, algorithmic trading, or a related field, with a minimum of 3 years of experience.
• Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, R, or C++.