Asset Management- Equity Quantitative Researcher - Vice President

Testing Site - JPMC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Asset Management is seeking a Vice President in New York for its U.S. Disciplined Core Equity group. The role leads quantitative research, develops alpha signals, and advances systematic investment strategies within a fast-paced environment.

Required are 5+ years in quantitative equity research, advanced quantitative degrees, and strong Python/Machine Learning skills. Collaboration with PMs and tech teams is essential to translate research into production-ready insights.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in quantitative equity research with independent leadership.
• Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in a quantitative/technical discipline.
• Deep expertise in quantitative modeling and portfolio construction.
• Strong Python programming skills.
• Experience with ML, NLP, and alternative/unstructured data.
• Excellent communication and cross-team collaboration.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Developing novel alpha signals from traditional and alternative data sets.
• Applying advanced statistical, econometric, and ML techniques to large datasets.
• Driving research and innovation in portfolio construction and risk management.
• Collaborating with portfolio managers and stakeholders to translate insights into strategies.
• Overseeing integration of research models into production systems with technology teams.
• Staying abreast of academic and industry developments in quantitative finance.

Skills

Quantitative modeling

Portfolio construction

Machine learning

NLP

Communication

Project leadership

Cross-team collaboration

Education

Master's or PhD in quantitative field

Tools

Python

Job description

The U.S. Disciplined Core Equity group within JPMorgan Asset Management is seeking an accomplished and innovative Quantitative Equity Researcher to join our New York office at the Executive Director level. Our group manages approximately $100 billion in U.S. equity markets, leveraging advanced quantitative models and fundamental research.

Job Summary

As the Vice President within the quant research team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the research agenda of the U.S. Disciplined Core Equity group. You will be responsible for independently initiating and managing innovative research projects that drive our investment process. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in quantitative modeling and portfolio management and will play a key role in developing and enhancing the group’s systematic investment strategies.

Job Responsibilities:

• Developing novel alpha signals from traditional and alternative data sets and enhancing the return forecasting models for equity market.
• Applying advanced statistical, econometric, and machine learning techniques to large and complex datasets.
• Driving research and innovation in portfolio construction and risk management.
• Collaborating closely with portfolio managers and other stakeholders to translate research insights into actionable investment strategies.
• Overseeing the integration of research models into production systems in partnership with technology teams.
• Staying abreast of academic and industry developments in quantitative finance, machine learning, and alternative data.

Required, qualifications and capabilities:

• 5+ years of experience in quantitative equity research or a related field, with a demonstrated track record of independent research and project leadership.
• Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in financial engineering, data science, computer science, mathematics, statistics, or other quantitative/technical disciplines.
• Deep expertise in quantitative modeling, portfolio construction, and equity markets.
• Strong programming skills in Python.
• Proficiency in Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing (NLP), and analyzing alternative/unstructured data.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present complex ideas to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across teams and with senior stakeholders.