Quant Equity Researcher

Rotterdam - Netherlands

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Department

Drive Innovation in Systematic Investing Join Robecos Quant Research Hub

We are expanding our Quant Equity Research team in Rotterdam and are looking for a (junior or medior) Quant Researcher to help advance the next generation of systematic equity strategies. You will work with large datasets modern research techniques and collaborate closely with our global teams.

Position & Requirements

About the Role

You will contribute to hands-on research for stock selection (alpha) portfolio construction and systematic model enhancement. You will explore new techniques evaluate alternative datasets and support our innovation pipeline while collaborating with colleagues in Rotterdam London and Boston. Our Quant Research department sits at the heart of Robecos investment organization bringing together 20 researchers from diverse backgrounds and nationalities.

Key Responsibilities

Research and test new alpha signals.
Work with large and alternative datasets.
Apply ML and modern statistical methods.
Translate academic insights into investable ideas.
Present research internally.
Support tooling and process improvements.

Qualifications

Early career stage with experience in quant research (preferably equities).
Completed MSc/PhD in a quantitative field.
Strong programming skills (Python preferred).
Analytical curious and critical thinker.
Clear communicator with a collaborative mindset.

Bonus Experience

Alpha research.
ML/NLP exposure.
Alternative data.
Databricks Spark CI/CD Docker.
FactSet Refinitiv Bloomberg.

Eligibility: Candidates must live in the EU and have a valid EU work permit

We Offer

A dynamic and intellectually stimulating environment.
Direct impact on investment strategies and research direction.
Collaboration with world-class researchers across multiple geographies.
An informal energetic and highly motivated team that values trust collaboration and shared success
Competitive remuneration that is attractive and closely aligned with performance
A healthy worklife balance supported by 34 vacation days and hybrid working arrangements
A modern spacious office directly opposite Rotterdam Central Station making sustainable commuting easy and including a 1stclass NS train subscription

All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality. An assessment and integrity test may be used in the selection procedure.

Robeco Recruiting Team

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DepartmentDrive Innovation in Systematic Investing Join Robecos Quant Research HubWe are expanding our Quant Equity Research team in Rotterdam and are looking for a (junior or medior) Quant Researcher to help advance the next generation of systematic equity strategies. You will work with large data...