Head of Quantitative Research – Multi-Strategy Hedge Fund

Location: New York, NY
Type: Full-Time
Compensation: Competitive base salary + significant performance-based bonuses

Are you a visionary leader in quantitative finance, ready to build and lead a world-class research team? A premier multi-strategy hedge fund is expanding its New York office and seeking an exceptional Head of Quantitative Research to spearhead the development of cutting-edge trading strategies and drive innovation across markets.

About the Role:

As the Head of Quantitative Research, you will lead a team of talented quants, driving the creation of robust and scalable trading models that power our diverse investment strategies. This is a high-impact leadership role that blends strategic vision with hands-on expertise, offering the opportunity to shape the future of our research efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and execute the quantitative research strategy, aligning with the firm’s multi-strategy trading objectives.
• Lead, mentor, and grow a team of quantitative researchers and developers to deliver alpha-generating models.
• Develop and refine systematic trading strategies across asset classes, leveraging advanced statistical and machine-learning techniques.
• Collaborate closely with portfolio managers, traders, and technology teams to optimize model deployment and execution.
• Stay at the forefront of industry trends, integrating emerging technologies and methodologies into the research process.
• Oversee the development and enhancement of research tools, infrastructure, and datasets.

What You’ll Bring:

• Proven leadership: Extensive experience managing quantitative research teams in a hedge fund, proprietary trading firm, or investment bank.
• Technical expertise: Deep proficiency in programming languages such as Python, familiarity with data analytics platforms.
• Quantitative excellence: Advanced understanding of financial mathematics, machine learning, and statistical modeling techniques.
• Market knowledge: Broad expertise in multi-asset trading strategies, including equities, fixed income, FX, and commodities.
• Strategic mindset: Ability to align quantitative research efforts with overarching business goals.
• Collaborative approach: Strong communication skills and a proven ability to work across functions in a fast-paced environment.
• Academic foundation: Advanced degree (PhD preferred) in a quantitative discipline such as mathematics, statistics, physics, computer science, or finance.

Why Join Us?

• Shape the future: Play a pivotal role in scaling and defining the research efforts of a leading hedge fund.
• Impactful leadership: Lead a team of exceptional talent in a dynamic and innovative environment.
• Competitive rewards: Benefit from a market-leading compensation package and significant performance incentives.
• Global influence: Contribute to strategies with reach and impact across diverse markets and geographies.

If you’re a strategic thinker with a passion for quantitative research and a proven track record of driving results, we want to hear from you. Join us and lead the charge in transforming data into actionable insights at the highest level.