Quantitative Researcher

Department

To further strengthen the fast-growing Robeco Indices business, we are looking for a Quantitative Researcher based in our headquarters in Rotterdam.

You will become part of the Robeco Indices team, which is responsible for the research, development, construction and management of index products. The index products we offer are multi-factor, sustainability, thematic, and bespoke strategies that large institutional investors (such as sovereign wealth funds, pension funds, endowments) implement using third-party implementation managers (asset managers or investment banks). Taken together, the index products managed by Robeco Indices encompass more than EUR 100 billion in assets under advice. The global index landscape is a highly competitive area with heavy regulatory requirements.

In this role, you will work alongside researchers and portfolio managers to investigate new alpha drivers and sustainability metrics, improve and maintain our portfolio construction algorithms, respond to client research questions, and enhance our technological infrastructure (including back testing tools, simulation software, and reporting analytics). The position balances a high degree of independence with close collaboration across your immediate team and various other departments. Your projects and research insights will directly contribute to our long-term investment philosophy, strengthen client relationships, and enhance our index strategies.

Position & Requirements

What you will do:

• Research and implement new alpha and sustainability signals
• Develop and maintain our portfolio construction algorithm
• Improve our technological infrastructure
• Perform research for clients and present the results
• Work on academic and white papers to evaluate and present new ideas

What makes the role interesting:

• Shape the Future of Investing: Contribute to the next generation of investment solutions by integrating modern technologies and AI into a rapidly growing business.
• Take True Ownership: Become a subject matter expert in equity strategies and portfolio construction. You will own your research end-to-end and deliver critical insights to stakeholders at all levels.
• Solve Complex Quantitative Problems: Put your modeling, programming, and AI expertise to the test by tackling practical, high-stakes portfolio management challenges.

What we offer:

• Excellent employment conditions, remuneration, and attractive career development opportunities.
• A ambitious team with a flat hierarchy and a meritocratic and collaborative way of working.
• Working alongside experienced researchers and portfolio managers in an environment that supports continuous learning and professional growth.
• An international environment where your work has a visible impact on investment decisions for leading institutional clients.

What you bring:

We welcome candidates at different stages of their quantitative research career who are eager to learn and develop. Furthermore you bring:

• Intellectual curiosity, initiative, and a collaborative mindset. We are looking for someone who enjoys solving complex problems, sharing ideas, and learning from others in an open and supportive environment.
• A MSc or PhD in Econometrics, Computer Science, Data Science, AI, Applied Mathematics, Sustainable Finance, or related field.
• Strong quantitative problem-solving skills and an enthusiasm for programming.
• Good communication skills and you are not afraid to ask questions.

At Robeco, we believe diverse teams make better decisions. We encourage applications from candidates with different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Even if you do not meet every requirement, we would love to hear from you if you are excited about the role and believe you can contribute to our team.

Robeco Recruiting Team