Senior Quantitative Researcher - Commodities

Qenexus is partnering with a leading global quantitative investment manager to hire a Senior Quantitative Researcher into its Commodities business in Paris. The role focuses on either Ags or Metals, depending on your background.Our client runs a range of systematic strategies across asset classes, combining research, technology and trading in a collaborative, data-driven environment.The RoleResearch, develop and implement systematic trading strategies in Ags or MetalsGenerate alpha from price, fundamental and alternative data sources specific to your marketBuild and improve signals, portfolio construction and risk modelsTake ownership of the research process from idea to productionWork closely with traders, portfolio managers and technologists across the Commodities teamRequirements4 to 5 years of quantitative research experience at a hedge fund or comparable buy-side firmProven track record in Ags or Metals; experience in both is welcome but not requiredStrong understanding of commodity market structure, including futures curves, seasonality and supply and demand driversAdvanced degree in a quantitative field such as Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Computer Science or EngineeringStrong programming skills in Python or similarAbility to work independently and take a strategy through to live tradingFor more info, apply below or reach out to our Director, Tom on tom@qenexus.com