Quant Researcher

Job description / Role

Charterhouse is partnering with a billion - dollar hedge fund, based in Dubai, to hire a Quant Researcher, who will be responsible for all aspects of the research process, including methodology selection, data collection, analysis, prototyping, back-testing and performance monitoring.

The Quant Researcher will be responsible for performing independent research in quantitative finance, emphasizing the development of statistical and predictive models. This role will entail overseeing every phase of the research process, including choosing methodologies, gathering and analyzing data, prototyping models, back-testing, and tracking performance.

The Quant Researcher will also assess new datasets to identify potential sources of alpha, develop and deploy models using C++, Python, Q and supervise the daily trading operations.

To be considered for this role, the successful candidate must have a Masters or PhD in Finance, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.

A minimum of 1 year experience in quantitative research with strong programming skills is essential for this role. Proven experience in conducting independent research with large datasets and high attention to detail is required.

Salary:
AED 35,000 to 50,000 per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

About the Company

The Charterhouse brand and business was launched in Dubai and the Middle East in April 2004 by a team of international recruiters and management consultants, after its inception in Sydney, Australia in September 2003. Charterhouse Middle East is now positioned as the leading regional recruiter within its area of disciplines and functional markets.

Charterhouse offers professional and bespoke contingency and retained search services to all sectors of the market. Service quality is guaranteed, thanks to a particular focus on flexibility. Charterhouse was the first international search and selection business to establish Dubai as its base. The growth in the Middle East region has been mirrored by Charterhouse globally, with offices now in Qatar, Hong Kong, Singapore, Melbourne and Sydney.