Let’s get started
By clicking ‘Next’, I agree to the Terms of Service
and Privacy Policy
Jobs / Job page
Quantitative Researcher – PhD – Full Time image - Rise Careers
Job details

Quantitative Researcher – PhD – Full Time

Job Description

At Citadel, our mission is to be the most successful investment team in the world. Quantitative Researchers play a key role in this mission by developing next-generation models and trading approaches for a range of investment strategies. You’ll get to challenge the impossible in quantitative research by applying sophisticated and complex statistical techniques to financial markets, some of the most complex data sets in the world.

Your Objectives

Conceptualize valuation strategies, develop, and continuously improve upon mathematical models and help translate algorithms into code

Back test and implement trading models and signals in a live trading environment

Use unconventional data sources to drive innovation

Conduct research and statistical analysis to build and refine monetization systems for trading signals

Your Skills & Talents

PhD degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, or another highly quantitative field

Strong knowledge of probability and statistics (e.g., machine learning, time-series analysis, pattern recognition, NLP)

Prior experience working in a data driven research environment

Experience with NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB)

Experience with distributed computing using MapReduce

Experience with translating mathematical models and algorithms into code (Python, R or C++)

Independent research experience

Ability to manage multiple tasks and thrive in a fast-paced team environment

Excellent analytical skills, with strong attention to detail

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Opportunities available in Chicago, New York

In accordance with New York City’s Pay Transparency Law, the expected base salary range for this role is $225,000 to $275,000. Base salary does not include other forms of compensation or benefits.

About Citadel

Citadel is one of the world’s leading alternative investment managers. We manage capital on behalf of many of the world’s preeminent private, public and nonprofit institutions. We seek the highest and best use of investor capital in order to deliver market leading results and contribute to broader economic growth. For over 30 years, Citadel has cultivated a culture of learning and collaboration among some of the most talented and accomplished investment professionals, researchers and engineers in the world. Our colleagues are empowered to test their ideas and develop commercial solutions that accelerate their growth and drive real impact.

Our ambition at Citadel is to be the most successful investment firm of all time. Together, we turn ambition into action. For more than three decades, Citadel has captured undiscovered market opportunities in markets around the world by empowering...

19 jobs
MATCH
Calculating your matching score...
FUNDING
TEAM SIZE
DATE POSTED
June 10, 2023

Subscribe to Rise newsletter

Risa star 🔮 Hi, I'm Risa! Your AI
Career Copilot
Want to see a list of jobs tailored to
you, just ask me below!