Associate, Quantitative Researcher Systematic Active Equity

About this role

We are looking for anAssociateQuantitative Researcherto join ourSystematic Active Equityteam in New York. You will help shape the next generation of alpha by conductingcutting-edgeresearch across financial markets machine learning artificial intelligence datascienceand economics.

Innovation is at the heart of our investment process. Working alongside experienced quantitative researchers and portfolio managers you will discover and develop novel sources of alphaanalyselarge and complex datasets and translate innovative research into live investment strategies managing significant institutional capital. Your work will span the full research lifecyclefrom idea generation and hypothesis testing through to implementation and performance evaluationwith the opportunity to directly influence investment decisions across one of the industrys leading systematic investment platforms.

This is an exceptional opportunity for intellectually curious researchers who enjoy solving difficult problems challenging conventional thinking combining scientific methods with investment insight and seeing their ideas deployed in live portfolios with real-world impact.

About BlackRock Systematic

BlackRock is one of the worlds leading asset managers helping institutions financial professionals and individuals navigate increasingly complex global markets.

WithinBlackRock Systematic (BSYS) finance meets technology markets meet data science and investment ideas are transformed into scalable systematic strategies. With research hubs across LondonNew Yorkand San Francisco we bring together experts in investing statistics computer scienceengineeringand artificial intelligence to tackle some of the most challenging problems in quantitative investing.

As part of BSYSSystematic Active Equity (SAE)manages more than$350 billionacrosshedge funds long-onlystrategiesand outcome-oriented investment solutions. For more than 40 years SAE has been a pioneer in quantitative investing delivering innovative investment solutions to pension funds sovereign wealth funds centralbanksand other institutional investors worldwide.

Our success is built on a culture of continuous innovation rigorous scientificresearchand collaboration. We believe the next generation of alpha will be discovered through datatechnologyand creative thinking. Researchers are encouraged to challenge establishedapproaches experiment withnew ideas and explore emerging machine learning and AI techniques where they can enhance the investment process and create value for clients. Our open and collaborative environmentprovidesexceptional opportunities to learn from experienced investors develop your researchcapabilitiesand make a meaningful impactfromday one.

What Youll Do

• Discover and develop novel sources of alpha using traditional and alternative datasets.

• Apply statistical econometric machinelearningand AI techniques toidentifynew investment opportunities.

• Explore emerging machine learning and AI methodologies evaluating and applying innovative techniques that can improve the investment process.

• Conduct rigorous empirical research simulation andbacktestingtovalidateinvestment hypotheses.

• Build robust research pipelines and scalable analytical tools to accelerate research and production deployment.

• Partner with researchers portfoliomanagersand engineers to implement successful ideas into live investment strategies.

• Continuously challenge existing approaches drive innovation across the researchplatformandcontributenew ideasthat enhance investment performance.

• Present research findings andcontribute to the evolution of our investment process.

Who Were Looking For

Werelooking for researchers who are excited by solving difficult problems experimenting with large and complex datasets and pushing the boundaries of systematic investing. Beyond strong technical skills you bring investment curiosity and financial intuitionthinking critically aboutwhyan alpha idea should work the economic orbehaviouralmechanisms that underpin it and the conditions under which it is likely to persist.

You enjoy working in collaborative teams where ideas are openly shareddebatedand curious motivated by innovation and excited to explorenew technologiesand research methodologies that can improve investment outcomes. This role offers an outstanding opportunity to develop your research skills broaden your investmentexpertiseand make a meaningfulcontributiontoone of the industrys leading systematic investment platforms.

Our benefits

To help you stay energized engaged and inspired we offer a wide range of benefits including a strong retirement plan tuition reimbursement comprehensive healthcare support for working parents and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax recharge and be there for the people you care about.

Our hybrid work model

BlackRocks hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock.

Guidance on AI use for candidates

At BlackRock AI has long been part of how we work enhancing decision-making improving operations and helping us deliver better outcomes for clients. We encourage candidates to use AI thoughtfully to learn prepare and work more effectively; but during our interview process we want to focus on getting to know you through your own experiences thinking and judgment. To support you weve provided guidanceon when and how to use AI during our hiring process so you can approach each step with confidence and showcase your best self.

About BlackRock

At BlackRock we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being. Our clients and the people they serve are saving for retirement paying for their childrens educations buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress.

This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment the one we make in our employees. Its why were dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed valued and supported with networks benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive.

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