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Quantitative Researcher – PhD – Intern (US)

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Citadel LLC

Nov 14, 2023

Applications are closed

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Software Engineering
  • £4.3K - £5.3K
  • New York, +1

Requirements

  • PhD degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, or another highly quantitative field
  • Strong knowledge of probability and statistics (e.g., machine learning, time-series analysis, pattern recognition, NLP)Prior experience working in a data driven research environment
  • Experience with NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB)Experience with distributed computing using MapReduce
  • Experience with translating mathematical models and algorithms into code (Python, R or C++)Independent research experienceAbility to manage multiple tasks and thrive in a fast-paced team environmentExcellent analytical skills, with strong attention to detailStrong written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Conceptualize valuation strategies, develop and continuously improve upon mathematical models, and help translate algorithms into code
  • Back test and implement trading models and signals in a live trading environment
  • Use unconventional data sources to drive innovation
  • Conduct research and statistical analysis to build and refine monetization systems for trading signals

Finance
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1990
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Our ambition at Citadel is to be the most successful investment firm of all time. Together, we turn ambition into action. For more than three decades, Citadel has captured undiscovered market opportunities in markets around the world by empowering extraordinary people to pursue their best and boldest ideas. We strive to identify the highest and best uses of capital to generate superior long-term returns for the world’s preeminent public and private institutions.