Job Application for Quant Research - Quant Association Programme - 2027 at Marshall Wace

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Start Date: Flexible between January and September 2027

Location: London/ New York (note we have significantly more opportunities available in London)

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.

Quant Research

You will research, develop, and refine the predictive signals and models that drive our investment strategies — turning data into alpha. The work spans statistical modelling, machine learning, large-scale data analysis, and signal research: sourcing and exploring novel datasets, designing and validating trading signals, rigorously backtesting hypotheses against real market conditions, and collaborating with portfolio managers to bring the strongest ideas into production. This is an intellectually demanding role where you will push the boundaries of what our models can capture and continually sharpen our competitive advantage.

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 State and New York City pay transparency laws, the annual base salary for this position is $150,000 - $165,000. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and location. This role may also be eligible for a discretionary bonus and benefits.

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