Aquatic Capital Management · 9 hours ago
Quantitative Researcher, PhD
Chicago, New York
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$150K/yr - $200K/yrAquatic Capital Management is a quantitative investment manager focused on tackling complex challenges in global financial markets. As a Quantitative Researcher, you will develop signals, models, and strategies for trading, while evaluating their effectiveness through rigorous statistical methods.
ConsultingFinancial ServicesPredictive AnalyticsRisk Management
Responsibilities
Develop a variety of signals, models, and strategies for trading financial markets
Design and implement various components of our research system
Evaluate the effectiveness of research components using rigorous statistical methods
Qualification
Required
Active PhD graduates or Postdocs pursuing a degree in mathematics, statistics, machine learning, physics, computer science, or other scientific discipline
Exceptional mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving ability
Programming proficiency in Python or C++
Intellectually curious, creative, and rigorous
Willingness to challenge assumptions and revise opinions in the face of compelling evidence
Self-motivated and highly productive, with a strong sense of urgency and accountability
Willing to take ownership of one's work, working both independently and within a small team
Meticulous attention to detail
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple threads of work
Able to work across disciplines
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Comfortable providing and receiving actionable feedback in a collaborative team setting
Preferred
Experience in solving data-intensive problems a plus
Demonstrated ability to complete statistical or applied mathematical research a plus
Successful participation in mathematical competitions a plus e.g., IMO, Putnam
Prior experience in a quantitative role within a trading environment a plus
Benefits
Fully paid medical, dental, and vision for employees and dependents
Competitive 401k plan
Employer-paid life & disability insurance
Wellness programs
Casual dress
Snacks
Lunch
Game room
Team and company events
Generous PTO
Paid holidays
Competitive paid caregiver leaves
Company
Aquatic Capital Management
Aquatic manages systematic investment strategies, combining a high-performance research and development platform with disciplined risk management.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jonathan Graham
Founder / Aquanaut
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