Senior Quantitative Researcher

AXQ Capital; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An investment management firm in New York is seeking a Senior Quantitative Researcher to enhance the investment process through quantitative trading and alpha research. This role offers exposure to portfolio construction and trade execution in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates have 3+ years of experience and an advanced degree in a quantitative field.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of work experience in quantitative trading or alpha research.
• Degree from a top-tier university in a relevant field.
• Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership.

Responsibilities

• Gain exposure to all aspects of the investment process.
• Collaborate with the portfolio manager and quant researchers.
• Leverage research and trading infrastructure.

Skills

Quantitative trading

Alpha research

Self-motivated

Productivity

Education

Bachelor's, master's or PhD in quantitative or technical field

Job description

AXQ Capital is an investment management firm that employs systematic strategies and aims to generate consistent alpha in global markets. We are a team of passionate quants and technologists dedicated to applying scientific approaches and cutting‑edge technologies to the field of quantitative research.

We maintain offices in New York, Beijing, Shanghai, and Xiamen.

Job Duties

As a Senior Quantitative Researcher, you will gain exposure to all aspects of the investment process, including alpha generation, portfolio construction and trade execution. We have a collaborative environment in which you will leverage our top‑notch research and trading infrastructure and work closely with the portfolio manager, other quant researchers and developers.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of work experience in quantitative trading or alpha research
• Bachelor's, master's or PhD degree from a top‑tier university in a quantitative or technical field, such as math, physics, statistics, or computer science
• Self‑motivated and highly productive, with a strong sense of ownership and urgency