Description

A well established, successful Multi-Manager Fund in NYC is looking for an Equity Quantitative Researcher to join and work on high impact portfolio construction and investment research. The incoming QR will work in a highly visible team and partner with Equity L/S PMs to impact their investment decisions and how to maximize PnL on their respective portfolios. This role allows for an overall positive impact on driving PnL and mitigating risk/significant drawdowns.

Primary responsibilities of this role include developing quantitative models to provide more in depth insights to Portfolio Managers, aid in portfolio construction and optimization research and contribute to factor model buildouts. The ideal candidate for this seat will have:

• 2+ years of experience working in long/short strategy research (open to both sellside and buyside candidates)
• Rigorous mathematical and statistical modeling - especially in relation to portfolio construction processes
• Advanced Python coding skillset
• Strong communication skills
• Strong understanding of equity markets
• Advanced STEM degree