Quantitative Researcher – Experienced

braunford llp

📍 london uk united kingdom🕐 6mo ago🔗 workday

Job Description

We tackle the most complex problems in quantitative finance, by bringing scientific clarity to financial complexity. From our London HQ, we unite world-class researchers and engineers in an environment that values deep exploration and methodical execution - because the best ideas take time to evolve.  Together we’re building a world-class platform to amplify our teams’ most powerful ideas. Join a research team where curiosity meets scale. You’ll investigate foundational questions, uncover market insights and push the boundaries of what's possible - all with the support of near-limitless compute and world-class peers. Take the next step in your career. ### **The role** Our researchers use the latest scientific techniques and advanced statistical analysis methods to predict movement in global financial markets. This requires them to harness massive compute power and use state-of-the-art ML techniques to find innovative solutions, as textbook methods won’t beat the competition. This is a pure research role where you will be able to develop and test your ideas with real-world data in an academic environment. ### **Who are we looking for?** The ideal candidate will have: * Experience working in a sophisticated research environment, undertaking self-directed research in finance, technology or in a tenured academic position * A Masters or PhD degree in a highly quantitative subject, such as mathematics, statistics, computer science, physics or engineering * Strong programming skills in a least one programming language * A demonstrable track record of impactful research, within one or both of academia and industry  ### **Why should you apply?** * Highly competitive compensation plus annual discretionary bonus * Lunch provided (via _Just Eat for Business_) and dedicated barista bar * 35 days’ annual leave * 9% company pension contributions * Informal dress code and excellent work/life balance * Comprehensive healthcare and life assurance * Cycle-to-work scheme * Monthly company events _G-Research is committed to cultivating and preserving an inclusive work environment. We are an ideas-driven business and we place great value on diversity of experience and opinions._ _We want to ensure that applicants receive a recruitment experience that enables them to perform at their best. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation please let us know in the relevant section_