Equities Quantitative Researcher

Our client is a highly prestigious global hedge fund with a long-standing track record across systematic and discretionary strategies. They are continuing to invest in their equities platform and are looking to add a Quantitative Researcher to the team.This hire can be oriented toward alpha research, portfolio construction and optimization, or multi-factor risk modeling, depending on experience and interest.ResponsibilitiesConduct original research to identify, develop, and validate equity alpha signals across global marketsDesign and implement systematic strategies using a range of datasets (fundamental, market, alternative data)Contribute to portfolio construction, including optimization frameworks, signal integration, and risk-aware allocationDevelop and enhance multi-factor risk models to better understand exposures and improve portfolio robustnessPartner closely with portfolio managers, engineers, and other researchers to take ideas from research through to productionBuild and maintain clean, scalable research infrastructure and workflowsRequirements3 to 8 years of relevant experience in quantitative research within a buy-side or top-tier sell-side environmentStrong academic background, ideally from a leading university, with a GPA of 3.6+Advanced degree preferred (PhD, MS) in a quantitative discipline such as Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, or related fieldStrong programming skills in Python (required)Solid understanding of statistical modeling, machine learning techniques, and financial marketsExperience working with equities data and building systematic signals or risk models is highly valuedAbility to work independently while collaborating effectively in a team environmentWhat They Look ForResearchers who are intellectually curious and genuinely interested in marketsIndividuals who can balance rigor with practical implementationOpen-minded profile: the team is flexible on background as long as technical depth and academic strength are thereStrong problem-solving ability and willingness to challenge assumptionsThe OpportunityWork within a well-resourced, globally recognized platform with access to high-quality data and infrastructureCollaborative environment with direct interaction with senior investors and decision-makersFlexibility to shape your focus across alpha research, portfolio construction, and riskCompetitive compensation aligned with performance