Quantitative Researcher, Portfolio Research
Job in
New York, New York County, New York, 10261, USA
Listed on 2026-03-01
Listing for:
Point72
Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary
position Listed on 2026-03-01
Job specializations:
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Finance & Banking
Data Scientist, Risk Manager/Analyst, Financial Analyst, Portfolio Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Overview
Quantitative Researcher, Portfolio Research – Point
72
- Conduct alpha, risk, and transaction cost research
- Monitor portfolio performance and identify opportunities for alpha research and risk control
- Quantitative portfolio optimization
- Quantitative risk control and risk factor research
- Analysis and research on transaction costs and market impact
- Build consolidated forecasts from individual signals and collaborate with engineers to build portfolio simulation and analysis tools
- 3-10 years of experience with mid-frequency trading
- Deep understanding of portfolio optimization techniques, including:
- Mean-variance optimization
- Risk budgeting
- Transaction cost models
- Factor-neutral or dollar-neutral construction
- Demonstrated ability to maintain alpha decay discipline
- Deep intuition for portfolio-level risks: exposure to style/factor risk (e.g., momentum, value), sector risk, macro risk
- Understanding of real-time risk monitoring, drawdown control and stop-loss frameworks, and scenario analysis / stress testing
- Strong grasp of data engineering and research infrastructure—ability to work with quant researchers and developers
- Commitment to the highest ethical standards
The annual base salary range for this role is $200,000-$300,000 (USD), not including discretionary bonus or comprehensive benefits. Actual compensation may vary based on geographic location, work experience, education, and skill level.
Employment Details- Seniority level:
Mid-Senior level - Employment type:
Full-time - Job function:
Finance and Sales
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