Quantitative Researcher - HFT Firm

We are seeking mathematics, computer science, physics and engineering majors for quantitative researcher position involving the creation of computer-based models that seek to predict the movements of worldwide financial markets.

- Candidates need not have prior knowledge of financial markets, but must have a strong interest in learning about stock markets and financial markets.

- Our highly accomplished senior staff will provide the new hires with mentoring and guidance to help them succeed.

We offer outstanding career opportunities, which include :

- Competitive financial rewards, relative to performance and position

- Friendly and collegial working environment

- Opportunity for promotion to Vice President in 2 to 4 years

- Rare opportunity to learn from investment experts

Job Qualifications :

- Ph.D. or M.S. degree from a leading university and B.S. degree from the top university in India (or from other leading universities in the world) in a highly analytical field, such as Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Financial Engineering or any other related field that is highly analytical and quantitative

- Ranked as top 20% in class for bachelor's degree

- Willing to relocate to Mumbai or Delhi

- Have a research scientist mind-set, i.e., be a deep thinker, creative, persevering, smart, a self-starter, etc.

- Be competent in a programming language (C++ or C)

- Possess good English language skills

- Have a strong interest in learning about worldwide financial markets

- Have a strong work ethic

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