About the role
JOB DESCRIPTION
Researchers are responsible for applying, adapting, and extending existing results in the broad field of machine learning, while also conducting novel research as required. We are interested in all aspects of ML including: predictive modelling, clustering, time series analysis, natural language processing, and computer vision. Successful researchers manage all aspects of the research process including methodology selection, data collection and analysis, implementation and testing, prototyping, and performance evaluation.
Some successful researchers have joined us from similar backgrounds at other firms. Others have joined from related fields or directly from academia and have thrived with hands on guidance from our large team of experienced portfolio managers and researchers. Our most exceptional team members combine strong technical skills and a passion for problem solving with an intense curiosity about financial markets and human behavior.
DESIRABLE CANDIDATES
- Students enrolled in a PhD program in machine learning, computer science, statistics, or a related field.
- Superb analytical and quantitative skills, along with a healthy streak of creativity.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research utilizing large data sets.
- Passion for seeing research through from initial conception to eventual application.
- Curiosity about financial markets
- Strong scientific programming in Python, R or Matlab.
- Empirical, detail-oriented mindset.
- Sense of ownership of his/her work, working well both independently and within a small collaborative team.
We’re looking for exceptional colleagues with unparalleled passion. If you’d like your resume to stand out, tell us about your exceptional personal achievements, even if they have nothing to do with finance. Of course we love to hear more about specific engineering or data projects that you’ve worked outside of school, or as part of your curriculum. If you’re proud of the work you did we want to hear about it. In addition to exceptional statisticians and engineers, we work with talented musicians, writers, mathematicians, and founders of non-profits; we’d love to learn more about what excites you.
Skills & Tags
Aplyr's read
Point72 is a global asset management firm known for its multi-strategy investing and rigorous analyst programs, attracting driven professionals in finance and technology.
What's promising
- •Point72's multi-strategy approach offers diverse investment exposure and learning opportunities.
- •The firm invests heavily in technology, providing cutting-edge tools for employees.
- •Point72 Academy programs are renowned for developing top-tier investment professionals.
What to watch
- •The firm's high-performance culture may lead to intense work pressure.
- •Regulatory scrutiny is a constant concern due to past controversies.
- •Limited public information about work-life balance and employee satisfaction.
Why Point72
- •Point72 manages the personal capital of founder Steven A. Cohen.
- •The firm combines traditional and quantitative strategies in its investment approach.
- •Point72 offers specialized roles in macro technology and quantitative analysis.
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About Point72
Point72 Asset Management is a global asset management firm that manages the capital of its founder, Steven A. Cohen, and certain employees. The firm employs a multi-strategy approach to investing, focusing on long/short equity, macroeconomic trends, and quantitative strategies.
