Quantitative Research Associate (Quantitative Investment Research)

Location: Boston, United States; hybrid work environment

Base salary: $115,000 annually, plus eligibility for competitive commission and incentive compensation.

Company

hirify.global is an investment management firm focused on helping people and institutions build more secure and prosperous futures.

What you will do

• Develop and maintain quantitative alpha models and related technology.
• Support quantitative investment processes for alpha generation, portfolio construction, and risk management.
• Research and implement stock selection models, proprietary software, and analytical processes.
• Address data and analytical requests from investment teams through active collaboration.
• Communicate research findings and process results to quantitative and broader investment teams.
• Take on additional projects and responsibilities as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, mathematics, engineering, or another quantitatively oriented discipline.
• Proficiency in analytical programming languages such as R, Python, or Matlab.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently on complex projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

Nice to have

• Proficiency in Java, C#, or SQL.
• Familiarity with Bloomberg or FactSet financial data software.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative culture that prioritizes strong ideas and better investment outcomes.
• Three- to four-year quantitative research associate program with exposure to quantitative research, portfolio management, and investment risk management.
• Retirement contribution equal to 15% of base salary, separate from the company-sponsored 401(k).
• Education assistance, tuition reimbursement, and access to discounted tutors and college coaches.
• Generous paid time off, fully paid parental and caregiver leaves, medical and dental plans, HSA contributions, and wellness programs.