JOE Listings (Job Openings for Economists)

August 1, 2021 - January 31, 2022

PIMCO

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Quantitative Research Analyst, Portfolio Mgmt. Analytics

JOE ID Number: 2021-02_111467371
Date Posted: 09/27/2021
Date Inactive: 01/31/2022
Position Title/Short Description
Title: Quantitative Research Analyst, Portfolio Mgmt. Analytics
Section: Full-Time Nonacademic
Location: Newport Beach, California, UNITED STATES
JEL Classifications:
E0 -- General
G0 -- General
C0 -- General
Keywords:
asset pricing,
economic theory
optimization
empirical research
time series
panel data econometrics
SAS/R
Python
C++,

Full Text of JOE Listing:

Portfolio Management Analytics

We are looking for the best minds to help us build on our quant capabilities and break ground on exciting new initiatives. At PIMCO, you’ll collaborate with some of the best talent across a range of disciplines, conduct empirical data analysis that can be tested and applied, develop and improve on existing pricing/risk models, portfolio construction and quantitative investment strategies. Our fixed income orientation offers the opportunity to look at quantitative analytics from a new angle, while our global reach across a myriad of markets – including equities, currencies, commodities – gives you a wealth of opportunity for both intellectual and professional growth.

Location: Newport Beach, CA

Desired Candidates Should Possess the Following Characteristics:

- Strong interest in finance and background in quantitative discipline; some knowledge of asset pricing, economic theory, and optimization preferred
- Some training in empirical research, e.g. time series and panel data econometrics; experience analyzing large data sets preferred
- Experience with SAS/R, Python, C++, preferred
- Strong analytical, problem solving, and presentation skills

To Apply:
Deadline for AEA Interview is December 12, 2021 (11:59pm PST)
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, we encourage early applications.

Application Requirements:
  • Job Market Paper
  • Cover Letter
  • CV
Application deadline: 01/31/2022