Quantitative Researcher – PhD: 2026
SIGLower Merion Township, Pennsylvania, United States
Posted June 16, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Susquehanna is a global quantitative trading firm powered by scientific rigor, curiosity, and innovation.
Job Description
As a Quantitative Researcher at Susquehanna, you'll blend strong research capabilities with a deep understanding of trading to design, validate, backtest, and implement statistical and advanced machine learning models.
Requirements
- PhD in a quantitative field or postdoc in Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Operations Research, or Economics
- Analytical problem-solver with excellent logical reasoning and a passion for turning data into decisions
- Clear communicator in a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment
- Programmer comfortable processing and analyzing large data sets in Python; experience with C++ (or another low-level language) is a plus
- Strategic thinker with demonstrated interests in strategic games and/or competitive activities
- Self-motivated and quick to learn, thriving in a dynamic, fast-moving environment
Benefits
- Visa sponsorship available
- Comprehensive education program
- Personalized mentorship from senior professionals
- Collaborative work environment