Quantitative Researcher: AI-Driven Indices

robeco; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent employment conditions

Career development opportunities

Flat hierarchy and meritocratic/team‑m

International environment

Job summary

Robeco, based in Rotterdam, is seeking a Quantitative Researcher to join the Robeco Indices team. The role focuses on research, development, and management of multi-factor, sustainability, and bespoke index products for major institutional clients.

You will research and implement alpha and sustainability signals, develop portfolio construction algorithms, and contribute to academic and client-focused projects.

Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in Econometrics, Computer Science, Data Science, AI, Applied Mathematics, Sustainable Finance, or related field.
• Strong quantitative problem-solving skills and an enthusiasm for programming.
• Good communication skills and willingness to ask questions.

Responsibilities

• Research and implement new alpha and sustainability signals.
• Develop and maintain our portfolio construction algorithm.
• Improve our technological infrastructure.
• Perform research for clients and present the results.
• Work on academic and white papers to evaluate and present new ideas.

Skills

Quantitative problem-solving

Programming enthusiasm

Communication skills

Education

MSc or PhD in Econometrics, CS, Data Science, AI, Applied Math, Sustainable Finance

Job description

Robeco, based in Rotterdam, is seeking a Quantitative Researcher to join the Robeco Indices team. The role focuses on research, development, and management of multi-factor, sustainability, and bespoke index products for major institutional clients.

You will research and implement alpha and sustainability signals, develop portfolio construction algorithms, and contribute to academic and client-focused projects.