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Point72 · 7 hours ago

Cubist Quantitative Researcher

positionChicago, New York
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level

Point72 is a financial services firm that deploys systematic, computer-driven trading strategies. They are seeking Entry-Level Quantitative Researchers to conduct rigorous quantitative research focused on predictive models and to manage the entire research process from idea generation to trading strategy generation.

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Responsibilities

Conduct original quantitative alpha signal research
Follow, digest and analyze the latest academic research
Manage all aspects of the research process, including idea generation, data analysis, hypothesis development and testing, alpha discovery, trading strategy generation, backtesting and portfolio analysis
Build analytical tools to supplement our shared research framework

Qualification

PythonSQLQuantitative analysisData scienceAnalytical skillsEthical standardsTeam collaborationDetail-oriented

Required

B.S., M.S. or PhD in finance, economics, mathematics, statistics, data science, computer science, or other quantitative discipline
Programming in Python (or comparable language) and working knowledge of SQL
Strong analytical and quantitative skills
Willingness to take ownership of his/her work
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
Strong desire to deliver high quality results in a timely fashion
Detail-oriented
A commitment to the highest ethical standards

Preferred

Prior experience in the financial services industry is not required

Company

Point72

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Point72 invests in multiple asset classes and strategies worldwide.
dateFounded in 2012
location
Stamford, Connecticut, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
https://www.point72.com

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$45.17M
2012-06-15Series Unknown· $45.17M

Leadership Team

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Nanssia Fragoudaki
Chief Operating Officer for Technology
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Sam Wadhams
Senior Manager, Corporate Communications
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