Junior Quantitative Researcher (Chinese speaking)

Gravitas Recruitment Group (Global) Ltd; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global recruitment agency is seeking a Junior Quantitative Researcher in New York. The role involves creating predictive signals and analyzing statistical patterns using large datasets. Candidates should have a PhD in a quantitative field and experience in data science or machine learning. This full-time position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of direct experience as a quant researcher or trader, or in data science/machine learning.
• Strong knowledge in statistics, machine learning, NLP, or AI techniques.
• Capacity to multi-task in a fast paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Create high quality predictive signals.
• Identify statistical patterns and opportunities from datasets.
• Monitor signal behaviour and model performance over time.

Skills

Statistical patterns identification

Data science/machine learning

Coding in Python

Attention to detail

Statistical knowledge

Education

PhD in quantitative field

Tools

Python

R

Matlab

C++

C#

Job description

Overview

Junior Quantitative Researcher (Chinese speaking) – Direct message the job poster from Gravitas Recruitment Group (Global) Ltd

Responsibilities

• Your core objective is to create high quality predictive signals
• Leverage access to large and diversified datasets to identify statistical patterns and opportunities
• Share and discuss research results, methodology, datasets and processes with other researchers
• Implement the signals and the relevant datasets within the global execution platform
• Monitor signal behaviour and model performance over time
• Lead the full strategy research cycle from signal generation to implementation

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of direct experience as a quant researcher or trader, or in data science/machine learning space
• PhD holder in a quantitative field such as computer science, data science, statistics, mathematics, physics or engineering
• Strong knowledge in statistics, machine learning, NLP or AI techniques is a plus
• Capacity to multi-task in a fast paced environment while keeping strong attention to detail
• Coding skills required in at least one leading programming language (Python, R, Matlab and /or C++, C#)
• Experience in exploring large datasets across multiple time frames is a plus
• Intellectual curiosity to explore new data sets, solve complex problems, drive innovative processes and connect the dots between multiple fields
• Proven track record in delivering successful systematic strategies

Employment details

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Finance, Information Technology, and Engineering
• Industries: Investment Banking, Financial Services, and Information Services