Quantitative Researcher - PhD: 2027

About the role

This role develops and validates statistical and machine-learning models for systematic trading, using large-scale datasets, simulations, market data, and computing infrastructure. Responsibilities include alpha research, backtesting, strategy enhancement, and collaboration with traders and technologists. The role is for PhD candidates graduating by Summer 2027, with opportunities in New York and Philadelphia.

Responsibilities

• Apply probability, statistics, and machine learning to build robust models and generate alpha signals.
• Propose improvements to existing strategies and optimize their production performance.
• Backtest research ideas using historical market data and large-scale computing clusters.
• Conduct large-scale data analysis, simulation, forecasting, and strategy performance research.
• Collaborate with systematic traders and technologists to move successful strategies into production.

Training and Environment

• Participate in a comprehensive education program focused on quantitative research and trading.
• Receive personalized mentorship from senior professionals to support professional development.
• Work in small, collaborative teams emphasizing open debate, evidence-based decisions, and rigorous experimentation.

Requirements

• PhD graduating by Summer 2027 or postdoctoral experience in a highly quantitative discipline.
• Strong foundation in probability, statistics, optimization, numerical methods, or quantitative modeling.
• Experience developing research code in Python and working with large datasets.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and interest in quantitative models for complex systems.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with researchers, engineers, and traders.
• Intellectual curiosity demonstrated through research, competitions, strategic games, or other analytical pursuits.

Additional Details

• Visa sponsorship is available for this position.
• Applicants are automatically considered for the Quantitative Systematic Trader position.
• Opportunities are available in the New York and Philadelphia offices.