Senior Quantitative Researcher – Private Markets Investing

Selby Jennings; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Selby Jennings is seeking a Quantitative Researcher to join the investment science team, applying data-driven insights across portfolio construction, manager selection, diligence, and monitoring. You will work at the intersection of quantitative research and investing with senior professionals to develop analytical frameworks and improve decision-making across a diversified private markets platform.

The role emphasizes ownership over multiple projects, presenting results internally and

Qualifications

• 8+ years of quantitative research experience in investment environments.
• Advanced degree in a quantitative field (stats, math, physics, CS, finance).
• Strong Python programming with large datasets experience.
• Knowledge of statistical modeling, ML, forecasting, optimization.
• Able to communicate complex analytics to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated interest in investing and applying quantitative methods.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quantitative research to support investment selection, portfolio construction, and risk management initiatives.
• Analyze large and complex datasets to identify trends, patterns, and investment insights.
• Develop statistical models, forecasting tools, and analytical frameworks used by investment teams.
• Partner with investors and portfolio managers to solve investment-related problems through data and research.
• Evaluate and integrate traditional and alternative datasets into the research process.
• Present findings and recommendations to investment professionals and senior stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development of scalable research tools and investment analytics capabilities.
• Stay current on advancements in quantitative investing, data science, and machine learning techniques.

Skills

Python

Statistical modeling

Machine learning

Forecasting

Portfolio analytics

Communication

Education

Advanced degree in statistics / mathematics / physics / engineering / economics / CS / finance

Job description

Selby Jennings is seeking a Quantitative Researcher to join the investment science team, applying data-driven insights across portfolio construction, manager selection, diligence, and monitoring. You will work at the intersection of quantitative research and investing with senior professionals to develop analytical frameworks and improve decision-making across a diversified private markets platform.

The role emphasizes ownership over multiple projects, presenting results internally and