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Individuals interested in conducting innovative research with real-world impact seem to enjoy and excel at the types of problems we like to solve.\nPDT Researchers work in small, nimble teams where merit and contribution, not seniority, drive the discussion. We strive to foster an intellectually challenging environment that encourages collaboration and innovative ideas. \nIn our research-driven approach to the financial markets, our Chief Scientist oversees the group-wide research agenda, ensuring team members work on the most critical and interesting problems, with a focus on research rigor and standards.\nThis is a hybrid position and will require the person to work from our New York City office at minimum3 days a week. \nWhy join us? \nPDT Partners has a 30+ year track record and a reputation for excellence. Our goal is to be the best quantitative investment manager in the world-measured by the quality of our products, not their size. PDT’s very high employee-retention rate speaks for itself. Our people are intellectually extraordinary and our community is close-knit, down-to-earth, and diverse. \nResponsibilities:\nWork closely with senior researchers on a variety of trading strategies and research projects, with the opportunity to conduct independent research and originate research topics over time\nContribute to the long-term success of our research-driven algorithmic trading business\nBelow is a list of skills and experiences we think are relevant. Even if you don’t think you’re a perfect match, we still encourage you to apply because we are committed to developing our people.\nSolid mathematical and analytical ability; exceptional problem-solving and modeling ability\nResearch intuition\nExperience in programming (Python, R, Matlab, C++)\nExcellent communication and collaborative white board skills\nMeticulous and detail-oriented, and innately driven to understand issues deeply\nExperience with/interested in working with large data sets\nSelf-motivated and highly-productive, with a strong sense of ownership and urgency\nAble to work collaboratively and productively with others\nEnjoy solving complex, difficult, real-world problems\nEntrepreneurial and creative \nFinance knowledge is not required or expected\nWe take research seriously. Beyond your resume, we want to understand your research history and the papers most relevant to evaluating your candidacy. 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