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WorldQuant develops and deploys systematic financial strategies across a broad range of asset classes and global markets. We seek to produce highquality predictive signals (alphas) through our proprietary research platform to employ financial strategies focused on market inefficiencies. Our teams work collaboratively to drive the production of alphas and financial strategies the foundation of a balanced global investment platform.

WorldQuant is built on a culture that pairs academic sensibility with accountability for results. Employees are encouraged to think openly about problems balancing intellectualism and practicality. Excellent ideas come from anyone anywhere. Employees are encouraged to challenge conventional thinking and possess an attitude of continuous improvement.

Our goal is to hire the best and the brightest. We value intellectual horsepower first and foremost and people who demonstrate an outstanding talent. There is no roadmap to future success so we need people who can help us build it.

The Role: We are seeking an exceptionally talented Researcher/Scientist to join our team.

In the role you will work on critical aspects of WorldQuants research modeling and infrastructure including risk models market impact models trade optimization and the firms central hedging facility.

What Youll Bring:

• 5 years of handson experience
• Knowledge of Python (including NumPy) and Linux/Unix platforms; familiarity with scripting languages
• Code optimization experience is a plus
• Possesses hybrid skillset with strong quantitative and coding abilities.

• Exceptional communication skills in both verbal and written form
• Mature and thoughtful with the ability to operate in a collaborative teamoriented culture
• Motivated by the transformational effects of technologyatscale
• Experience in finance is a plus but not required

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