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In this section, you'll find all of our quantitative analytics jobs within the financial services sector.

In financial markets worldwide, the most successful trading strategies are developed by highly educated, mathematically skilled financial engineers nicknamed "quants." Quants write financial theories, computer models, valuation techniques and trading programs used by hedge funds and investment banks.

Quants employed in the financial sector usually have higher degrees and Ph.D.s in demanding subjects such as physics, economics or computer science, or any of several particular mathematical specialties like multivariate calculus, linear algebra, differential equations, probability theory and statistical inference.

For success in a quant job, you'll need to be familiar with common programming languages such as C++. You should also read and understand the work of economists Myron Scholes, Fischer Black and Robert C. Merton. Scholes and Black are synonymous with options pricing theory, having developed the famous Black-Scholes equation. The model they developed provided the fundamental conceptual framework for valuing options, and is now the de facto standard in international financial markets for valuing those instruments, alongside many different types of bonds and derivatives that contain embedded options.

Beyond qualifications, many employers expect candidates for quant jobs to pass a rigorous vetting process which includes verification of references and, in a more competitive role, published research.

A quant career might have a focus on designing and trading complex structured products such as derivatives. Hedge funds also hire a large number of quants.

To handle the bulk of daily trading volume, the use of computer-driven models or algorithms to both identify and rapidly execute profitable arbitrage opportunities has expanded in the past few years. In order to continue executing trades for funds that rely on those models, broker-dealers hire quants to refine the platforms and programs that communicate orders.

Risk-focused quants also work for specialized software vendors that handle the creation and production of risk management products.

Quantitative analytics is one sector of finance where a prospective employee with a Ph.D. isn't considered overqualified, although a master's degree in one of the subjects above is sometimes enough. Unlike with MBA candidates, the quality of your university isn't always a hiring consideration. When applying for a junior quant job, it's more important to show that you have the expertise needed to succeed in the job, demonstrated through a higher degree in mathematics, economics, physics, computer science or similar subjects, the ability to program complicated financial models and excellent communication skills. Many quants also aim to pass the Certificate in Quantitative Finance (CQF), designed by Dr. Paul Wilmott, as another demonstration of skill.

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Boston - Portfolio Analytics Consultant (performance attribution & risk) Excelsior Professional Search Commensurate with experience Boston, MA 21 May 13

Increase your analytical knowledge & experience, and diversify your day with a wider variety of responsibiliti...

New York - Portfolio Analytics Consultant (performance attribution & risk) Excelsior Professional Search Commensurate with experience New York City, NY 21 May 13

Increase your analytical knowledge & experience, and diversify your day with a wider variety of responsibiliti...

Prepayment Modeler Comprehensive Recruiting Outstanding compensastion and benefit pl... New York City, NY 21 May 13

Global financial firm is looking to add an experienced Prepayment Modeler to their Quantitative team.

Market Risk Officer Comprehensive Recruiting Outstanding compensation and benefit pac... Charlotte, NC 21 May 13

Leading Financial Service company is looking to add a Market Risk Officer to their Risk Management Team.

Senior Quant Developer Comprehensive Recruiting Outstanding compensation and benefit pla... Charlotte, NC 21 May 13

Major financial firm is looking for a Senior Quant Developer for their Risk Analytics team.

Quant Analyst - Market Risk Comprehensive Recruiting Outstanding compensation and benefit pla... New York City, NY 21 May 13

Global financial firm is looking to add to their Quantitative Risk Management Group.

Jr. Surveillance Analyst - Asset Management Operations Job BNY Mellon Competitive Pittsburgh, PA 20 May 13

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Distributed Appl Developer III (IT Asset Management Systems) Job BNY Mellon Competitive Pittsburgh, PA 20 May 13

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Senior Portfolio Officer - Wealth Management Job BNY Mellon Competitive Boca Raton, FL 20 May 13

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Escrow Sales Specialist II Job BNY Mellon Competitive Los Angeles, CA 20 May 13

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Portfolio Officer III Job BNY Mellon Competitive San Francisco, CA 20 May 13

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Assistant Portfolio Officer Job BNY Mellon Competitive Boston, MA 20 May 13

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Portfolio Officer II (Sr II) Job BNY Mellon Competitive Pittsburgh, PA 20 May 13

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Portfolio Officer II (Sr II) Job BNY Mellon Competitive Pittsburgh, PA 20 May 13

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Estate Administrator - Wealth Management Job BNY Mellon Competitive New York City, NY 20 May 13

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Marketing Manager, Wealth Management Job BNY Mellon Competitive Boston, MA 20 May 13

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Sales Director - Wealth Management Job BNY Mellon Competitive Boston, MA 20 May 13

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Sales Assistant - Wealth Management Job BNY Mellon Competitive New York City, NY 20 May 13

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Portfolio Administrator - Wealth Management Job BNY Mellon Competitive Miami, FL 20 May 13

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Sales Assistant - Wealth Management Job BNY Mellon Competitive New York City, NY 20 May 13

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Portfolio Administrator - Wealth Management Job BNY Mellon Competitive West Palm Beach, FL 20 May 13

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Sales Director - Wealth Management Job BNY Mellon Competitive Washington, D. C., DC 20 May 13

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Senior Sales Director - Wealth Management Job BNY Mellon Competitive New York City, NY 20 May 13

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Estate Settlement Regional Manager - Wealth Management Job BNY Mellon Competitive New York City, NY 20 May 13

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Sr Account Executive Job BNY Mellon Competitive Boston, MA 20 May 13

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Sr Dir Portfolio Mgmt - Tm Ldr Job BNY Mellon Competitive Philadelphia, PA 20 May 13

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Portfolio Officer I Job BNY Mellon Competitive York, PA 20 May 13

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Senior Credit Analyst III Job BNY Mellon Competitive Boston, MA 20 May 13

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Securities Ops Team Leader II Job BNY Mellon Competitive Everett, MA 20 May 13

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Private Banker Job BNY Mellon Competitive Philadelphia, PA 20 May 13

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