Quantitative Research - PhD Graduate

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This entry-level research role sits in the quantitative research function of iSAM Funds in London and is aimed at people in the final stretch of a PhD in econometrics or economics. No industry experience is required, only strong quantitative ability and curiosity. The hire is embedded in a team working on live research and trading projects, helping develop systematic investment strategies, examining large financial datasets for signals and risk patterns, building and testing models in Python, and writing up and presenting results. Candidates need an expected PhD completion date in 2026 or 2027, solid statistics and probability, strong Python, and experience with large datasets. The posting gives no start date, closing date or pay, and the application form asks about the applicant's right to work in the UK without stating whether sponsorship is offered.