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Quantitative Investment Researcher (Assistant Vice President)

State Street Corporation
Cambridge, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/18/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/17/2025

The Quantitative Investment Researcher (Assistant Vice President) will be a member of the Portfolio Management Research team at State Street Associates, an investment research division of State Street Global Markets. This role will be responsible for advancing new research and product development in the form of thought leadership, market indicators, and analytical tools. The Portfolio Management Research team is part of State Street Associates (SSA), a unique partnership between State Street and thought leaders in academic finance. In collaboration with our academic partners, we produce original research that is frequently published in academic and practitioner journals. We have a track record of helping the world's largest institutional investors and asset managers solve complex problems, manage investment risk, and enhance portfolio performance. SSA's headquarters are located in Harvard Square in Cambridge, MA.

In collaboration with senior team members, the Quantitative Investment Researcher will have the opportunity to work with leading academics and apply quantitative financial skills in order to contribute to new research related to portfolio construction and investment risk. Specific responsibilities include :

  • Supporting the team's new research in areas such as portfolio optimization, dynamic asset allocation, and risk management
  • Co-authoring white papers and journal articles in collaboration with colleagues
  • Translating this academic research into products (publications, indicators, tools, etc.) and customized solutions for our clients
  • Engaging with clients as a subject matter expert on our related research

Qualifications

We are looking for highly motivated candidates with exceptional quantitative skills and a desire to develop and implement new research ideas in a practical setting. Requirements include :

  • Master's degree in a quantitative field such as finance, economics, mathematics, computer science, or a related discipline.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in a quantitative research role.
  • Robust knowledge of financial markets, investment analysis, portfolio theory, and statistical analysis.
  • Proficiency with MS Excel and computer programming (Python, Matlab).
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to self-direct within a fast-paced team environment are critical.
  • Salary Range :

    175,000 - $175,000 Annual

    The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.

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