- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Education
- Education
- PhD
- Source
- Workday
Description
We tackle the most complex problems in quantitative finance, by bringing scientific clarity to financial complexity.
From our London HQ, we unite world-class researchers and engineers in an environment that values deep exploration and methodical execution - because the best ideas take time to evolve. Together we’re building a world-class platform to amplify our teams’ most powerful ideas.
Join a research team where curiosity meets scale. You’ll investigate foundational questions, uncover market insights and push the boundaries of what's possible - all with the support of near-limitless compute and world-class peers.
Take the next step in your career.
The role
Our researchers use the latest scientific techniques and advanced statistical analysis methods to predict movement in global financial markets.
This requires them to harness massive compute power and use state-of-the-art ML techniques to find innovative solutions, as textbook methods won’t beat the competition.
This is a pure research role where you will be able to develop and test your ideas with real-world data in an academic environment.
Who are we looking for?
The ideal candidate will have:
- Experience working in a sophisticated research environment, undertaking self-directed research in finance, technology or in a tenured academic position
- A Masters or PhD degree in a highly quantitative subject, such as mathematics, statistics, computer science, physics or engineering
- Strong programming skills in a least one programming language
- A demonstrable track record of impactful research, within one or both of academia and industry
Why should you apply?
- Highly competitive compensation plus annual discretionary bonus
- Lunch provided (via Just Eat for Business) and dedicated barista bar
- 35 days’ annual leave
- 9% company pension contributions
- Informal dress code and excellent work/life balance
- Comprehensive healthcare and life assurance
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Monthly company events
G-Research is committed to cultivating and preserving an inclusive work environment. We are an ideas-driven business and we place great value on diversity of experience and opinions.
We want to ensure that applicants receive a recruitment experience that enables them to perform at their best. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation please let us know in the relevant section
