Junior Quantitative Researcher — Predictive Alpha Signals

Point72; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Cubist Systematic Strategies, an affiliate of Point72, seeks entry‑level Quantitative Researchers to conduct rigorous quantitative research focused on predictive models and systematic trading. Training covers idea generation through practical trading considerations within a collaborative research group.

You will work on original research, analyze current studies, and develop backtested strategies while upholding the highest ethical standards in a fast‑paced team environment.

Qualifications

• B.S., M.S. or PhD in finance, economics, mathematics, statistics, data science, computer science, or other quantitative discipline.
• Programming in Python (or comparable language) and working knowledge of SQL.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Willingness to take ownership of his/her work.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong desire to deliver high quality results in a timely fashion.
• Detail-oriented.
• Prior experience in the financial services industry is not required.
• A commitment to the highest ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct original quantitative alpha signal research
• Follow, digest and analyze the latest academic research
• Manage all aspects of the research process, including idea generation, data analysis, hypothesis development and testing, alpha discovery, trading strategy generation, backtesting and portfolio analysis
• Build analytical tools to supplement our shared research framework

Skills

Analytical skills

Ownership mindset

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

B.S., M.S. or PhD in finance, economics, mathematics, statistics, data science, computer science, or other quantitative discipline

Tools

Python

SQL

Job description

Cubist Systematic Strategies, an affiliate of Point72, seeks entry‑level Quantitative Researchers to conduct rigorous quantitative research focused on predictive models and systematic trading. Training covers idea generation through practical trading considerations within a collaborative research group.

You will work on original research, analyze current studies, and develop backtested strategies while upholding the highest ethical standards in a fast‑paced team environment.