Risk management- Quantitative Research Associate

Job Description

If you are passionate about quantitative finance, thrive in a collaborative environment, and want to make a measurable impact on how a global financial institution manages risk, this is your opportunity. Join a team at the forefront of counterparty credit risk modeling, where your work directly shapes the firm's ability to manage complex derivatives exposures at scale.

As a Quantitative Research Associate at JPMorgan Chase within the Quantitative Research team, you will contribute to the development and maintenance of models that produce critical risk metrics used to manage counterparty risk across the firm's derivatives portfolio. Based in Jersey City, you will collaborate with risk, technology, and quantitative research partners across the globe to advance stressed exposure methodologies and ensure the integrity of the firm's risk calculation framework. This role offers a unique opportunity to apply deep quantitative skills to real-world financial challenges while growing within a world-class team.

 

Job responsibilities

• Design and implement enhancements to the counterparty credit risk framework, ensuring models remain robust, accurate, and aligned with evolving regulatory and business requirements
• Conduct quantitative analysis leveraging the firm's infrastructure to evaluate model performance and support methodological development
• Collaborate with risk and technology partners to jointly manage the full model lifecycle, from development through validation and production deployment
• Provide timely and accurate support for business requests, translating complex quantitative concepts into actionable insights for stakeholders
• Monitor ongoing performance of the calculation framework and contribute to governance processes that ensure model integrity and compliance
• Partner closely with Quantitative Research teams across global locations to share knowledge, align methodologies, and drive consistency
• Produce clear and thorough documentation of modeling choices, theoretical frameworks, testing procedures, and results to support transparency and auditability

 

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal training or certification on data science concepts and 2+ years applied experience
• Advanced degree (PhD, MSc, or equivalent) in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative discipline
• Proficiency in Python, with the ability to write clean, efficient, and well-documented code
• Demonstrated experience in quantitative finance or applied mathematics, with the ability to translate theoretical concepts into practical solutions
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a track record of working through complex, ambiguous challenges
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across technical and non-technical teams in a global environment

 

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Experience in counterparty credit risk, including familiarity with exposure methodologies such as stressed exposure or potential future exposure
• Proficiency in C++, particularly in the context of quantitative or financial modeling applications
• Working knowledge of derivatives across multiple asset classes, including rates, credit, equities, or commodities
• Exposure to model governance, validation frameworks, or regulatory requirements related to counterparty risk
• Experience working in a cross-functional or globally distributed team environment

About Us

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process. 

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our  FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans

About the Team

J.P. Morgan’s Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.