Job Application for Quant Associate Programme 2026 at Marshall Wace

We are looking for driven and avidly inquisitive individuals with a research scientist mindset, ready to challenge ideas and push through new solutions.

You’ll be embedded into one of the Systematic Investment teams where, from day one, you’ll actively contribute to the development of our quantitative strategies.

About the Programme

You will be working in a position designed for high-calibre, highly numerate individuals within our quantitative teams. We value free thinkers, and we have created a fast-paced and meritocratic environment where you will be encouraged to apply your own initiative and challenge conventional wisdom. You will be delivering on the research agenda, in addition to back testing/researching forecasts of asset returns on horizons of hours to years.

We all share a tireless drive for innovation and participants tend to be one of the top students at their university. Previous associates are now involved in creating and optimising our signature systematic trading models.

As a member of our Quantitative Associate Programme you will be part of a select cohort receiving on the job training from experienced colleagues who have a matchless record of helping high performing individuals reach their true potential.

Candidate Qualities

Academic achievement: For the Quantitative Associate role, we require applicants to have achieved a PhD or master’s degree as a minimum. We also encourage applications from candidates with 2-3 years of relevant industry experience.
Strong numeracy: While we are flexible on your degree discipline, we do expect candidates to be highly numerate.
Create value: Our associates need to think critically about a range of strategic issues impacting our business.
“Shoot for the moon” ambition: We want people who think differently, love devising strategies and are focussed on optimal outcomes.
Lead the way: You need to bring innovation at all levels, be tenacious and never settle for the status quo.
Agile minds: You need to show proven ability to move seamlessly between projects, often working on multiple and diverse tasks at the same time.
Team player: You must also be able to work effectively in a team, helping the group to deliver efficient and superior solutions.

Find out more here: https://www.mwam.com/quantitative-associate-programme/

Marshall Wace is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals seeking employment are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by applicable law.

In accordance with New York City’s Pay Transparency Law, the base salary range for this role is $150,000 to $165,000 pro-rata. Base salary does not include other forms of compensation or benefits.

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This team is responsible for the entire process of creating alphas. Day to day tasks include:
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