Point72

Cubist Quantitative Researcher

Point72 • $90K — $110K *
Chicago, IL 60629In-Person
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • B.S., M.S. or PhD in a quantitative field (finance, economics, mathematics, etc.)
  • Proficiency in programming (Python or similar) and SQL
  • Strong analytical and quantitative skillset
  • Ownership mentality towards tasks and projects
  • Team player capable of independent work
  • High attention to detail
  • Commitment to ethical standards

Responsibilities

  • Conduct original quantitative alpha signal research
  • Analyze and digest the latest academic research
  • Manage the full research process from idea generation to testing
  • Develop alpha discovery and trading strategies
  • Build analytical tools to enhance the research framework

Benefits

  • Comprehensive training in systematic trading
  • Collaborative work environment fostering thought leadership
  • Opportunity for professional development and advancement
  • Access to cutting-edge research resources
  • Flexible work arrangements and culture
Full Job Description
ROLE

Entry-Level Quantitative Researchers are responsible for conducting rigorous quantitative research with a focus on predictive models. You will be trained in all aspects of systematic trading from idea generation all the way to practical trading considerations. Successful hires will ultimately become thought leaders within our collaborative research group.

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

REQUIRMENTS
  • 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.
  • Prior experience in the financial services industry is not required.
  • A commitment to the highest ethical standards.

About Point72

Point72 Asset Management is a hedge fund and family office founded by Steven Cohen in 2014. The company is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut and manages over $16 billion in assets. Point72 primarily invests in public equity markets, but also has a private equity arm. The company has a global presence with offices in New York, London, Hong Kong, Tokyo, and Singapore. Point72 has been involved in several high-profile legal cases, including a $1.8 billion settlement with the SEC in 2013.
Learn more about Point72
Size
1,500 employees
Industry
Finance & Insurance
Founded
2014
* Ladders Estimates

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