Quantitative Research Analyst (Remote | $80-$150/hr)
$80 - $150 per hourSynthires
Quantitative Rates Researcher
Position: Quantitative Rates Researcher
Type: Contractor
Compensation: $80–$150/hour
Location: Remote
About the Opportunity
We are seeking experienced Quantitative Rates Researchers to support an algorithmic trading platform project for a leading investment bank. You’ll apply your expertise in fixed-income markets, quantitative research, and systematic trading to evaluate AI-generated research and trading strategies.
No prior AI experience is required — your quantitative finance expertise is what matters.
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate AI-generated quantitative research and trading strategies focused on fixed-income and interest-rate markets .
- Identify methodological issues, including lookahead bias, overfitting, data snooping, and unrealistic transaction cost assumptions .
- Assess backtesting frameworks, including rates-specific mechanics such as carry, roll-down, and contract roll conventions .
- Review the statistical rigor of signal construction, factor modeling, and alpha research.
- Evaluate model assumptions, implementation accuracy, and research validity.
- Assess strategies under realistic trading conditions, including transaction costs and liquidity constraints .
- Provide detailed written feedback and collaborate asynchronously with project coordinators.
- Help improve research evaluation methods for accuracy and reliability.
Required Qualifications
- Background in quantitative research, analysis, or consulting , with expertise in fixed-income or rates markets.
- Experience building and backtesting systematic interest-rate strategies .
- Advanced proficiency in Python (pandas, NumPy, SciPy) or R for quantitative research and data analysis.
- Strong understanding of yield curve modeling, carry/roll-down analytics, relative value trading, SOFR/Eurodollar instruments, and Treasury futures .
- Strong statistical and analytical skills, with the ability to identify methodological weaknesses.
- Experience evaluating transaction costs, liquidity, and real-world trading constraints.
- Excellent written communication, attention to detail, and ability to explain complex quantitative findings.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience developing systematic rates strategies at a hedge fund, asset manager, or investment bank .
- Experience reviewing quantitative models against industry best practices.
- Expertise in factor modeling, alpha research, model validation, and statistical testing .
Compensation
- $80–$150/hour.
- Independent contractor engagement.
- Fully remote work.
- Approximately 100 openings available.
Application Process
- Submit your application with relevant quantitative research and fixed-income experience.
- Complete any required screening or evaluation.
- Review project guidelines and research evaluation criteria during onboarding.
- Begin evaluating quantitative research outputs and trading strategies if selected.
Vacancy posted 23 hours ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Quantitative Research Analyst (Remote | $80-$150/hr) in United States vacancy
$80 - $150 per hour
...Circuit Design Expert Position: Circuit Design Expert Type: Contractor Compensation: $80–$150/hour Location: Global, Fully Remote About the Opportunity We are seeking highly skilled Circuit Design Experts to support an AI training...Remote workFor contractorsFlexible hoursSynthires
Vancouver, WA23 hours ago$80 - $150 per hour
...clicking on the Apply button. Position: Mechanical Engineer Type: Contractor Compensation: $55–$100/hour Location: Remote About the Opportunity We are seeking experienced Mechanical Engineers to support a project focused on developing advanced...Remote workFor contractorsWork from homeSynthires
United, PA2 days ago$80 - $120 per hour
...Book Editor Type: Contractor Compensation: $80–$120/hour Location: Remote About the Opportunity This opportunity is for experienced... ...Book Editors interested in contributing to advanced AI research and evaluation projects. You'll apply your editorial...Remote workFor contractorsImmediate startWork from homeFlexible hoursSynthires
United, PA3 days ago$150 per hour
...connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors... ...Search Systems Type: Contract Compensation: $80–$150/hour Location: Remote Role Responsibilities Evaluate the accuracy and depth...Remote jobContract workSummer workMercor
New York, NY5 days ago$150 per hour
...connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors... .... Position: Design Expert Type: Contract Compensation: $80-$150/hour Location: Remote Responsibilities Design precise, task-specific grading criteria...Remote jobContract workSummer work$150 per hour
...connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors... ...Agency Brand Design Expert Type: Contract Compensation: $80-$150/hour Location: Remote Responsibilities Design precise, task-specific grading criteria...Remote jobContract workSummer work$150 per hour
...skills before applying if required. Position: Data Science Specialist Type: Contractor Compensation: $150–$350/hour Location: Remote About the Opportunity We are seeking experienced Data Science Specialists to contribute to a project focused...Remote workContract workFor contractorsWork from homeFlexible hoursSynthires
United, PA2 days ago$150 per hour
...connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors... ...Design Expert Type: Contract Compensation: $80–$150/hour Location: Remote Role Responsibilities Design precise, task-specific...Remote workContract workSummer workMercor
San Francisco, CA15 days ago$150 per hour
...connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors... ...Sheets Evaluator Type: Contract Compensation: $80–$150/hour Location: Remote Role Responsibilities Review and assess domain-...Remote jobContract workSummer workMercor
New York, NY11 days ago$80 per hour
...Recreation Specialist | $80/hr Remote Join to apply for the Recreation Specialist | $80/hr Remote role at Crossing Hurdles Get... ...professional domain. Review peer-developed deliverables to improve AI research. Requirements Strong professional experience in your...Remote workHourly payContract workCrossing Hurdles
New York, NY2 days ago$80 per hour
...Behavior seeks a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to provide Applied Behavior Analysis... ...in Nebraska. This hybrid role allows remote work with one required in-person visit per... ...while maintaining ethical standards. Salary up to $80/hour. #J-18808-Ljbffr BK BehaviorRemote job$150 per hour
...connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors... ...Position: Legal Expert Type: Contract Compensation: $100–$150/hour Location: Remote Commitment: 6–15 hours/week Role Responsibilities Evaluate...Remote workHourly payContract workFor contractorsSummer workWork at officeImmediate startMercor Inc
United States2 days ago$60 - $80 per hour
...recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $60.00/hr - $80.00/hr This opportunity is shared as... ...support a leading AI lab in advancing research and infrastructure for next-generation... ...research while working independently and remotely on your own schedule. Key Responsibilities...Remote workHourly payWeekly payContract workPart timeFor contractorsImmediate startHelixRecruit
New York, NY2 days ago$80 per hour
...spreadsheets, and slide decks. The role focuses on owning roadmaps, PRDs, and launches in a fully remote setting. Workload is flexible 5-20 hours per week, with compensation at $80/hr ($1,600/week max). Start ASAP and contribute to product decisions, experiments, and...Remote jobImmediate startFlexible hours$150 per hour
...connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors... ...Physician-advisor) Type: Contract Compensation: $100–$150/hour Location: Remote Responsibilities Lead utilisation management and...Remote workContract workSummer workNight shiftMercor Inc
United States3 days ago$150 per hour
...creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our... ...Officer Type: Contract Compensation: $90-$150/hour Duration: 3-4 weeks Commitment: 15-30+ hours/week Location: Remote Role Responsibilities Create tasks and deliverables...Remote workHourly payContract workSummer workImmediate start$80 per hour
...creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our... ..., and Jack Dorsey . Position: HR Expert Type: Contract Compensation: $70–$80/hour Location: Remote Role Responsibilities Construct HR scenarios...Remote jobContract workSummer workMercor
San Francisco, CA2 days ago$80 - $125 per hour
...Internal Medicine Hospitalist Position: Internal Medicine Hospitalist Type: Contractor Compensation: $80–$125/hour Location: Remote About the Opportunity We are seeking experienced Internal Medicine Hospitalist Physicians to support an AI...Remote workFor contractorsSynthires
United States23 hours ago$80 per hour
Medical Secretary | $80/hr Remote Join to apply for the Medical Secretary | $80/hr Remote role at Crossing Hurdles This range is provided... ...be asked to review peer-developed deliverables to improve AI research. Requirements Strong professional experience in your respective...Remote jobHourly payContract workFlexible hours$80 per hour
...results presentations, RFP response slides, and value engineering exhibits. Compensation: $80/hour Commitment: Flexible, 5-20 hours per week (or more if desired) Location: Fully remote, work on your own schedule Start date: ASAP Qualifications 4+ years as an Enterprise...Remote workImmediate startFlexible hours$80 - $125 per hour
...Internal Medicine Hospitalist Position: Internal Medicine Hospitalist Type: Contractor Compensation: $80–$125/hour Location: Remote About the Opportunity We are seeking experienced Internal Medicine Hospitalist Physicians to support an AI...Remote workFor contractorsSynthires
United States23 hours ago$150 per hour
Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include... ...Dorsey .Position: Psychiatry ExpertType: ContractCompensation: $150/hourLocation: RemoteResponsibilitiesEvaluate how large language...Remote jobSummer work$80 per hour
...intelligence briefings, CEO/board offsite materials, and OKR/portfolio reviews. Compensation: $80/hour Commitment: Flexible, 5-20 hours per week (or more if desired) Location: Fully remote, work on your own schedule Start date: ASAP Qualifications 4+ years in a corporate...Remote workImmediate startFlexible hours$80 per hour
...walkthrough slides, technical accounting summaries, and engagement status reporting. Compensation $80/hour Commitment Flexible, 5-20 hours per week (or more if desired) Location Fully remote, work on your own schedule Start date ASAP Qualifications CPA or equivalent with 4+ years...Remote workImmediate startFlexible hours$80 per hour
..., assessment rubrics, and seminar materials. Commitment and Compensation Compensation: $80/hour Commitment: Flexible, 5-20 hours per week (or more if desired) Location: Fully remote, work on your own schedule Start date: ASAP Qualifications PhD (or terminal degree) with...Remote workImmediate startFlexible hours$150 per hour
General Clinician (MD/DO) - AI Expert Pool | $150/hr | Worldwide Remote Mercor is seeking residency-trained physicians across all specialties... ...assessment, or clinical guideline development Published research or sustained technical writing (samples welcome) Why This...Remote jobFor contractorsWorldwideShift work$150 per hour
...connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors... ...Position: B2B Sales Expert Type: Contract Compensation: $100-$150/hour Location: Remote Role Responsibilities Design precise grading criteria for...Remote jobContract workSummer work$80 per hour
...UX/UI Designer - Expert Network Type: Part-time position Compensation: $60-$80/hour Location: Remote Commitment: 10-40 hours/week Role Responsibilities Conduct user experience research to inform interface and product design decisions. Design intuitive, visually...Remote jobPart time$150 per hour
...connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors... ...Agent Voice Cloning (USA) Type: Contract Compensation: $50-$150/hour Location: Remote Commitment: 5-10 hours/week Role Responsibilities Record high...Remote jobContract workSummer work10 hours per week$80 per hour
..., launch readiness decks, executive check-ins, and OKR review materials. Compensation $80/hour Commitment Flexible, 5-20 hours per week (or more if desired) Location Fully remote, work on your own schedule Start date ASAP Qualifications 4+ years as a staff product...Remote workImmediate startFlexible hours
Do you want to receive more vacancies?
Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Quantitative Research Analyst (Remote | $80-$150/hr). Be the first to apply!
Related searches
- c++ remote United States
- senior devops engineer remote United States
- remote .net full stack web developer United States
- nursing recruiter (remote) United States
- agile coach / scrum master (remote) United States
- clinical data coordinator remote United States
- pmp - project manager - remote United States
- part time project manager remote United States
- junior project manager remote United States
- web developer internship remote United States