Quantitative Researcher, Short-Term Macro
Job Description: Quantitative Researcher, Short-Term Macro
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Job Description
Quantitative Researcher as part of a thriving, dynamic, collaborative, multiple-award-winning team based in London, with a focus on systematic, short-term macro strategies in futures and currency markets
Location
London
Principal Responsibilities
Idea generation based on thorough understanding of academic literature and financial market insights
Research and develop short/medium-term systematic trading signals in futures/FX markets
Collaborate with the PM and the trading group in a transparent environment, engaging with all areas of model design, portfolio construction, risk management and market access
Develop and enhance the team's proprietary research platform
Stay current on state-of-the-art technologies and tools including technical libraries, computing environments, alternative datasets, and academic research
Preferred Technical Skills
Highly skilled in at least one of the scripting languages (Python, Matlab, R), preferably in Python
Master degree or equivalent in Economics/Finance, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or related STEM field
PhD research experience/publication in Economics/Finance, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or related STEM field, is a plus
Demonstrate abstract reasoning mindset and independent problem-solving skills
Excellent communication skills
Preferred Experience
2+ years of experience working in a quantitative research position
Innovation in signal research and development
Successful experiences in exploring and working with large and diverse data sets
Highly Valued Relevant Experience
Experience in exploring, researching, and deploying trading signals from various sources of alternative data spanning major asset classes
Experience in quantitative finance, econometrics, asset pricing, or macro sub-fields
Macro markets (Equity indices, Currencies, Commodities, Fixed Income) experience is a plus
Target Start Date
As soon as possible
Please direct all resume submissions to ****** and referenceREQ-11707in the subject.