PhD Quantitative Researcher
durlston partnersNew York, NY
PhD Quantitative Researcher
durlston partnersNew York, NYSenior L5
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APPLY NOW (opens in a new tab)PhD Quantitative Researcher (2027 Start)
We are partnering with a leading global HFT firm that is looking to make PhD-level graduate hires for 2027. The firm is widely regarded for its low-latency infrastructure, execution capabilities, and consistent strength in cash equities.
In this role, you will work end-to-end across the research process :
Developing new trading ideas and signals
Evaluating and refining existing strategies
Understanding how signals translate to PnL and market behaviour
Working closely with engineers to bring research into production
This is a hands-on research role with real impact, where strong theoretical reasoning, curiosity, and practical implementation skills all matter.
Requirements:
PhD in a STEM discipline (ideally Physics, Applied Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Statistics, or related fields)
Strong programming ability in Python and/or C++
Achievements in quantitative competitions (e.g., IMO, IPhO, ICPC ) are a strong plus
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