About the Role
Quantitative Researcher Analysts develop next-generation models and trading approaches for investment strategies by applying sophisticated statistical techniques to financial markets.
Responsibilities
- 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
Requirements
- Prior experience working in a data driven research environment
- 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
Skills
- Mathematics
- Statistics
- Physics
- Computer Science
- Probability
- Machine learning
- Time-series analysis
- Pattern recognition
- NLP
- Python
- R
- C++
Location
- New York
- Greenwich
- Miami
Work Type
- Internship
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Intern
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree in mathematics, statistics, physics, computer science, or another highly quantitative field
- Master's degree in mathematics, statistics, physics, computer science, or another highly quantitative field
Salary/Compensations
- $4,500 to $5,800 per week
Benefits
- Highly competitive sign-on bonus
- Housing stipend or covered living accommodations
- Company-sponsored travel
- On-site fitness and wellness amenities
- Catered meals
- Social and networking events
About the Company
- 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.
