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Quantitative Research Analyst

Washington, DC

About the Role

Global Advisers is seeking a Quantitative Research Analyst in Washington, DC to develop quantitative research, data pipelines, portfolio analytics, and empirical tests that improve investment decision-making and risk assessment. The role is designed for professionals who can exercise sound judgment, work collaboratively, and maintain high standards of accuracy, client service, and professional conduct.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and test quantitative signals, portfolio analytics, and research frameworks.
  • Clean, validate, and analyze financial and market datasets.
  • Build reproducible research code and documentation.
  • Evaluate statistical robustness, implementation constraints, and model risk.
  • Partner with portfolio managers and fundamental researchers to integrate quantitative evidence.
  • Improve research tooling, automation, and data-quality controls.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or advanced degree in mathematics, statistics, computer science, engineering, finance, economics, or a related quantitative field.
  • Three or more years of quantitative research, data science, investment analytics, or related experience.
  • Strong Python and SQL skills.
  • Strong statistical reasoning and ability to explain model assumptions and limitations.
  • Experience working with large or imperfect datasets.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Graduate degree in a quantitative field.
  • Experience with factor models, portfolio optimization, machine learning, or financial-market data.

Skills for This Role

Quantitative Research, Statistical Analysis, Python, SQL, Data Analysis, Portfolio Analytics, Factor Investing, Data Visualization

How We Evaluate Candidates

Global Advisers operates as a meritocracy. We evaluate candidates against the requirements of the role, demonstrated capability, judgment, initiative, professionalism, and the quality of their work.

Employment Notices

Equal Employment Opportunity

Global Advisers provides equal employment opportunity to qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, performance, and legitimate business needs. Global Advisers does not tolerate unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.

Reasonable Accommodation

Global Advisers is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants with disabilities during the recruiting and application process. If you need an accommodation to apply for a role, contact careers@globaladvisers.com. Requests for accommodation are considered in accordance with applicable law.

Employment Information

Role requirements, compensation, benefits, work arrangements, licensing requirements, and employment eligibility are position-specific and subject to applicable law. Any background, credential, or licensing review is conducted only as appropriate for the role and in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements.