Quantitative Analyst -Equity Proprietary Trading Desk-NYC

Proprietary trading team at a top tier investment bank want to add a quantitative analyst to join the quantitative team within equity trading. The team is responsible for researching, developing and modelling strategies within a high and low frequency statistical arbitrage framework. The trading team implement mainly long/short positions on both equities and equity volatility. The team use a wide range of innovative statistical techniques and are looking for somebody who will be able to push forward existing strategies as well as eventually offer ideas for new methods and strategies.  The ideal candidate should have a PhD/MSc in mathematics, theoretical physics or a subject with a substantial quantitative element. One year hands on experience developing and back testing statistical arbitrage strategies either within equities or other asset classes is desirable but exceptional candidates with no experience will also be considered. Strong programming skills in C++ is a must, as well as expert knowledge of statistics, econometrics and optimization techniques. They are prepared to offer a generous renumeration package for the ideal candidiate. Please send a Word CV to Tina Kaul at quants@ekafinance.com or call Tina on + 44 207 7910468. Additional Information Location: US-NY-NYC Status: Full Time, Employee Career Level: Entry Level Reference Code: QPT2601 Job Category: Accounting/Finance Salary/Wage: 130,000.00 - 200,000.00 USD /year Relevant Work Experience: Less than 1 Year Education Level: Doctorate Contact: Tina Kaul eka finance Apply by Email Phone:+442077910468 View all "eka finance" jobs