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Quantitative Researcher – Alpha Capture – NYC/Greenwich, CT
A systematic investment group focused on equity markets is expanding its centralized execution function and is seeking a Quantitative Researcher to join the team.
This group builds scalable long/short equity strategies by combining quantitative methods with insights sourced from experienced investment professionals. The role sits within a central trading framework and contributes directly to execution quality, portfolio efficiency, and overall strategy performance.
Key Responsibilities
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Research, design, and deploy quantitative models that support centralized equity trading and execution decisions
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Create analytical tools to assess internal order flow and develop approaches to enhance trading outcomes and cost efficiency
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Partner with execution-focused researchers to apply statistical and machine learning techniques to market microstructure and transaction cost modeling
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Support the evolution of intraday trading systems and simulation frameworks, including data ingestion, transformation, and ongoing maintenance
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Build and maintain analytics used to measure signal quality, evaluate backtest results, and track live trading behavior
Preferred Background
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Master’s or PhD in a quantitative discipline such as mathematics, statistics, computer science, quantitative finance, or similar
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Approximately 5-9 years of professional experience in systematic equity trading or quantitative research
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Familiarity with execution-focused strategies, market making, or centralized trading environments is advantageous
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Exposure to mid-frequency signals, market impact analysis, or portfolio construction techniques is a strong plus
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Demonstrated commitment to integrity, intellectual honesty, and high ethical standards
This is an official job listing by Barclay Simpson: https://www.barclaysimpson.com/job/quantitative-researcher-alpha-capture-nyc-greenwich-ct/
We seek individuals from a diverse talent pool and encourage applicants from underrepresented groups to apply to our vacancies. Our commitment to fair recruitment processes means that we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of their lived experience or personal characteristics. We also invite applicants who meet most of the listed requirements, even if not all, to apply. If you require any adjustments to the application process, please let us know.
Barclay Simpson acts as an Employment Agency for permanent positions and an Employment Business for temporary/contract engagements.
