We are seeking a talented Quantitative Alpha Researcher for a part-time, two-month engagement starting January 2025, requiring 20-25 hours per week. This role offers the potential for long-term or full-time opportunities upon successful completion.
Open to M.Tech, M.Sc, or Ph.D. candidates graduating in 2025 or 2026, the position focuses on researching, designing, and developing alphas mathematical trading signals and algorithms using our proprietary backtesting tools for assets trading on Indian exchanges. Strong research skills, critical thinking, and a scientific problem-solving approach are essential.
Selected intern's day-to-day responsibilities include:
1. Develop market-neutral, medium- to high-frequency alpha models for Indian equity futures (NSE).
2. Research, evaluate, and integrate insights from complex academic studies to enhance the alpha generation process.
3. Analyze large datasets to create new signals and derive unique insights that support model development.
4. Apply machine learning techniques for alpha discovery and portfolio optimization.
5. Optimize tools and systems to ensure effective risk management, factor neutrality, liquidity control, and other relevant functionalities.
Only those candidates can apply who:
1. are available for the work from home job/internship
2. can start the work from home job/internship between 23rd Dec'24 and 27th Jan'25
3. are available for duration of 2 months
4. have relevant skills and interests
1. M.Tech, M.Sc, or Ph.D. in Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field from a Tier-1 Engineering college with CGPA > 8.0 where relevant.
2. Proficiency in Python programming, with strong knowledge of advanced data structures and algorithms.
3. Exceptional mathematical foundation in linear algebra, statistical and econometric concepts, probability, and signal processing.
4. Experience working with large, multidimensional datasets. Knowledge of time-series databases is a plus.
5. Prior exposure to quantitative finance through internships or projects is advantageous.
6. People from (M.Sc/M.Tech/Ph.D - Graduating 2025/2026) are preferred
Quantium Trading is a new quantitative trading firm with a bold vision: to create a world-class, highly sophisticated investment firm excelling across markets while democratizing access to scientific investing on a global scale. Founded by graduates of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) with extensive experience managing multi-million-dollar portfolios at leading global funds, Quantium Trading is poised to redefine the investing landscape.
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