Fundamental Equities - Equity Quant Research Analyst (Income & Value Investment Team), Associate / VP

$147,500 - $209,500/Yr

BlackRock - New York, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - New York, NY

Funds, Trusts, and Other Financial Vehicles

About the position

The Quantitative Investment Analyst role at BlackRock involves integrating quantitative research into the fundamental active equity investment process of the US Value and Income team. This team manages a significant portfolio and seeks a candidate who can contribute to research and development efforts in quantitative analysis and portfolio management. The position requires collaboration with a diverse team and emphasizes the importance of communication and innovation in delivering superior investment results.

Responsibilities

• Integrate quantitative research into the fundamental active equity investment process.
• Provide research and development assistance on various aspects of quantitative research and portfolio management.
• Collaborate with investment professionals to enhance investment strategies.
• Analyze complex data sets to identify market inefficiencies and investment opportunities.
• Communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

Requirements

• Masters' degree or higher in a quantitative discipline with a strong academic record.
• 3+ years of experience in quantitative equity analysis, preferably on the buy or sell-side.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or SAS.
• Strong understanding of statistics and econometrics.
• Ability to work independently with excellent attention to detail.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with independent quantitative research and real-world data sets.
• Demonstrated passion for equity markets.
• Ability to explain complex concepts in plain language.

Benefits

• Strong retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Comprehensive healthcare
• Support for working parents
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)