Quant Researcher
Job in
New York, New York County, New York, 10261, USA
Listed on 2026-01-12
Listing for:
Selby Jennings
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
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IT/Tech
Data Scientist, Data Analyst, Machine Learning/ ML Engineer, AI Engineer -
Research/Development
Data Scientist
Job Description & How to Apply Below
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Base Pay Range$/yr - $/yr
Quantitative Research & Trading Consultant @ Selby Jennings | Quant (Trading, Research, Development)We are seeking a highly technical Quantitative Researcher to join our clients Global Equities Statistical Arbitrage team. This role will sit under a Senior PM who will be looking for someone with strong research ability but also strong technical skills (Python, C++). This role is ideal for someone passionate about research and innovation, as you will collaborate directly with the PM and trading team to translate research into actionable strategies.
Responsibilities- Conduct research to develop short-term statistical arbitrage signals.
- Analyze large-scale tick-level datasets to identify patterns and opportunities.
- Collaborate with traders and engineers to design and refine strategies.
- Prototype and validate models in Python; assist in production implementation using C++.
- Continuously improve signal generation and execution efficiency.
Skills & Qualifications
- Advanced degree in a quantitative field such as Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Physics, or Engineering.
- Python for data analysis and research.
- C++ experience is highly desirable for production environments.
- Solid understanding of statistical modeling, time-series analysis, and machine learning techniques.
- Experience working with tick-level or high-frequency datasets.
- Ability to work independently on complex research problems and communicate findings clearly.
- Prior exposure to global equities markets and statistical arbitrage strategies.
- Experience in a systematic trading environment.
Mid-Senior level
Employment TypeFull-time
Job FunctionManagement and Research
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