Quant Associate
Key Skills for This Role
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Location
- Hybrid (New York City)
- Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of the firm's option pricing models and quantitative analytics.
- Partner with Senior Quantitative Researchers on research initiatives and model enhancements.
- Contribute to the development of new products, quantitative tools, and analytics.
- Collaborate with the Head of Quantitative Research to understand client needs and help develop innovative quantitative solutions.
- Conduct statistical analysis and quantitative research using large financial datasets.
- Validate, test, and improve pricing models to ensure accuracy, robustness, and performance.
- Document research findings and communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Master's degree (M.S.) or higher in Financial Engineering, Quantitative Finance, Econometrics, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or another highly quantitative discipline.
- Strong interest in derivatives, option pricing, financial markets, and quantitative modeling.
- Proficiency in at least one programming language such as Python, C++, or Java.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while working both independently and collaboratively.
What Will Make You Stand Out
Academic or research experience in derivatives, stochastic calculus, numerical methods, or financial modeling.
Experience implementing quantitative models in Python or C++.
Familiarity with options pricing models such as Black-Scholes, binomial trees, Monte Carlo simulation, or finite difference methods.
Experience working with large financial datasets and statistical analysis.
Exposure to machine learning techniques or predictive modeling.
Internship or research experience within quantitative finance, financial engineering, or capital markets.
Intellectual curiosity, a desire to continuously learn, and enthusiasm for tackling complex quantitative challenges.
A collaborative environment where everyone's input makes a difference.
Paid time off: Vacation, Personal, Sick days, and Holidays.
Pre-tax commuter benefits (NJT, MTA, etc.) and 401k plan offered.
Full medical and dental insurance coverage.
About OptionMetrics
Provides comprehensive historical options and implied volatility data.
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