Quantitative Researcher, Quantitative Strategies

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This role focuses on developing systematic equity strategies for Asian markets, requiring expertise in alpha signal research, market-specific trading conventions, and hands-on implementation of quantitative models. The ideal candidate bridges quantitative research with practical trading experience to optimize strategy deployment across China, Japan, Hong Kong, and Taiwan.

Skills required

Python Statistics Alpha signal generation Market microstructure Time series modeling Equity data processing Quantitative backtesting Asian equity markets Data science pandas NumPy scikit-learn

About this role

Quantitative Researcher, Quantitative Strategies

Please direct all resume submissions to QuantTalentASIA@mlp.com and reference REQ-29970 the subject.

Job Description

Quantitative Researcher in a collaborative team, with a focus on Asian equity markets. The ideal candidate combines quantitative skills with hands-on trading or desk quant experience in Asian equities.

Preferred Location

Hong Kong, Shanghai, Singapore, Tokyo, Dubai

Principal Responsibilities

Work alongside the team to develop and implement systematic equity trading strategies in Asian markets, including China Mainland, Japan, Hong Kong, and Taiwan
Apply knowledge of Asian equity market rules, trading conventions, and venue characteristics to optimize strategy deployment
Carry out quantitative research in alpha signals: idea generation, data processing, and statistical analysis
Implement trading strategies across multiple venues
Carry out market-specific analysis

Preferred Technical Skills

Expert in Python
Proficient in modern data science tools (Jupyter, pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn)
Degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Statistics, or related STEM field from a top-ranked university
Demonstrated knowledge of quantitative finance, mathematical modeling, statistical analysis, regression, and probability theory
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills

Preferred Experience

Direct trading or desk quant experience in Asian equity markets, with practical knowledge of market rules and trading conventions
Minimum 2 years of experience in a quantitative trading, desk quant, or quantitative research role with exposure to live equity trading
Experience working with multiple datasets and manipulating data (assessing quality, cleaning, creating features, etc.)

Highly Valued Relevant Experience

Hands-on experience with live systematic equity trading strategies in Asian markets
Entrepreneurial mindset, self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment
Curiosity and critical thinking
Eagerness to learn and grow professionally

Target Start Date

ASAP

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