Global Stock Selection Research - Analyst/Associate

Researcher Position at AQR Capital ManagementAQR Capital Management is seeking a talented Researcher to join our team of professionals and focus on our proprietary strategies related to global stock selection. Candidates should be motivated and enthusiastic about implementing new ideas and are expected to be hands-on and self-sufficient in conducting all aspects of research projects. Researchers manage all aspects of the research process including data ingestion and processing, analysis, methodology selection, implementation, testing and performance evaluation. The role will involve collaboration with other researchers, portfolio managers, risk managers and traders to develop new and improve current investment strategies. Your responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:Engage in alpha research and other quantitative analysis to improve current investment strategies in collaboration with existing research teamPerform statistical and economic research using traditional financial and alternative data to develop new alpha signalsBuild, train and fine-tune machine learning architectures for cross-sectional or time-seriesOccasionally, conduct research on various aspects of the implementation of investment strategies such as trading cost models, risk models, optimization, and portfolio constructionAdd features to proprietary research system to implement new research ideasWhat You'll Bring:B.S. degree from a top institution in computer science, engineering, mathematics, statistics, operations research, physics or another quantitative discipline. Academic or practitioner experience in machine learning methodologies preferred2-5 years' experience working in a data driven research environment with an alpha focusExperience in quantitative research at a top asset manager or hedge fund preferredProficient programming in Python requiredExperience with translating mathematical models and algorithms into codeAbility to manipulate large financial data sets for empirical research and handle complexExperience with machine learning software libraries such as scikit-learn, TensorFlow or PyTorchExperience with natural language processing technology, including LLMs and prompt engineering is a plusStrong quantitative skills with demonstrated understanding of mathematics, probability, statistics and linear algebraNuanced understanding of economic and financial concepts and demonstrated intuition around applying these concepts in a quantitative environmentAbility to work independently as well as part of a teamDemonstrated ability to express and articulate ideas and thought processes in both verbal and written formAQR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO/VET/DISABILITYThe salary range for this role is expected to be $165,000 to $200,000. This is the range that we in good faith believe is accurate for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, depending upon factors such as skills, experience, location, or other business and organizational needs. This wage range may also be modified in the future.This job is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and any other benefits to eligible employees. AQR Capital Management