Job Summary We are looking for experienced research professionals with intellectual curiosity and devotion, those who strive to question and move boundaries — Ph.D. graduates, candidates, and industry professionals with original thinking and desire to work in academic market-oriented environment. You will work as a member of the investment team to advance investment strategies, build stock-selection models, and assist in daily portfolio management. This opportunity represents an exciting career path in the investment field for scientists who wish to disrupt the very core of the investment industry. Responsibilities Generate creative ideas; combine analytics and fundamental intuition with scientific methods to develop sophisticated investment models Transform large data sets, apply quantitative techniques, and implement empirical findings Research tools for portfolio construction. Analyze industry-specific and macroeconomic data to facilitate investment decisions Qualifications Ph.D. degree in a quantitative discipline like finance, physics, mathematics, statistics, electrical engineering, or computer science from a top university is required 2+ years of relevant experience with an investment manager, hedge fund or similar financial service provider or Ph.D. in Finance/Economics (previous research experience in finance) is required M.S. in Financial Engineering, CFA designation or progress towards is a plus Creativity, modeling intuition, superior analytical and problem solving skills Strong statistical and mathematical skills; knowledge of parametric and nonparametric techniques Programming experience in Python Background in financial engineering. Experience with financial modeling and quantitative back-testing. Knowledge of empirical alpha factor research, forecasting methodologies, and public equity markets Superior writing skills, illustrated by peer-reviewed academic publications, dissertation in a Ph.D. program or relevant work experience Knowledge of financial statement analysis and experience with financial and macroeconomic databases is a plus Our promise is to maintain a friendly happy environment where members are valued and able to meet their full potential. We place a high value on initiative and professionalism. Application Interested candidates MUST contact hcm@qtroninvestments.com with ALL of the following Resume Cover letter Writing Sample U.S. working status and include "Quantitative Researcher" in the subject line. Applications over job websites are not considered. Please apply with all of the following information Resume (word or pdf only) Cover letter Writing sample U.S. working status Qualified candidates, please, contact hcm@qtroninvestments.com with "Quantitative Researcher" in the subject field.