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Deep Researcher
Worldquant LLC · 🇺🇸 Yerevan
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- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 21 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 8 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
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The US Department of Labor certified 21 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 8 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
WorldQuant develops and deploys systematic financial strategies across a broad range of asset classes and global markets. We seek to produce high-quality predictive signals (alphas) through our proprietary research platform to employ financial strategies focused on market inefficiencies. Our teams work collaboratively to drive the production of alphas and financial strategies – the foundation of a balanced, global investment platform. WorldQuant is built on a culture that pairs academic sensibility with accountability for results. Employees are encouraged to think openly about problems, balancing intellectualism and practicality. Excellent ideas come from anyone, anywhere. Employees are encouraged to challenge conventional thinking and possess an attitude of continuous improvement. Our goal is to hire the best and the brightest. We value intellectual horsepower first and foremost, and people who demonstrate an outstanding talent. There is no roadmap to future success, so we need people who can help us build it. The Role : This is a highly unique opportunity for a Quantitative Researcher to join a new and rapidly growing team. In this role you will partner with a close-knit team of data scientists, data engineers, technologists and data sourcing colleagues to identify and research new sector or broad Alphas based on a deep understanding of fundamentals. • Develop a structured and methodical research agenda combining fundamental knowledge, data exploration and quantitative analysis. • Become a domain expert on each fundamental topic you cover, identify key information drivers to target your research. • Conduct detailed data exploration to acquire a comprehensive understanding of the data used to generate Alphas; enrich a wide range of structured and unstructured data into datasets to enable your quantitative research. • Take a process orientated approach to understand the value drivers of your Alphas What You’ll Bring: • At least 2 years of relevant financial research experience • Proven experience of extracting insights from large and complex datasets using SQL and Python. Experience with alternative datasets a plus. • Demonstrable financial knowledge - passed at least Level I of the CFA program, or similar financial qualification (i.e., MBA or accountancy background). Thorough understanding about various valuation approaches and methods. • Expertise in time series analysis and models. • Proficient in coding in C/C++ and Python. • Excellent communications skills (both written and oral English). • Strong analytical and conceptual skills encompassing finance and related areas of financial investment. • Familiarity with various research/database platforms (Bloomberg, Reuters etc.) would be preferred. What We Offer: • Dynamic work without routine in a leading international company; • Competitive compensation package, which may include annual bonuses and salary increases; • Healthy work-life balance support (flexible start time, parental leave, sabbatical after 5 years of service etc); • Possibility for business trips to the US and other countries; • Regular team building, competitions and corporate events; • Monthly team lunches; • Medical insurance; • Life insurance; • Support program for employees and their relatives on psychological, legal, and financial issues; • Parental leave program for secondary care givers; • Culture of continuous learning: certification, online and offline training in Armenia and abroad, English classes, mentoring in professional development; • Modern office in the city center with coffee, fruits & snacks! • Relocation package in certain cases Position based in Yerevan, Armenia. By submitting this application, you acknowledge and consent to terms of the WorldQuant Privacy Policy