full-time
Principal Quantitative Researcher - Finance
MITRE
- Employer
- MITRE
- Location
- McLean, Virginia, United States
- Working pattern
- on-site
- Salary
- $173,200–$259,800 / year
About the role
Analyze financial data and market trends, conduct research and simulation-based studies, and develop innovative approaches to financial regulation, banking supervision, and financial technology. Advise government stakeholders on financial stability and security risks, market developments, and potential mitigation strategies. Requires substantial related experience, published research in computational, complexity, or quantitative finance, and strong quantitative credentials; the stated experience pathways include 10 years with a bachelor’s degree, 8 years with a master’s degree, or 5 years with a PhD. Candidates must demonstrate financial data analysis and programming ability, customer-facing research experience, strong communication skills, and eligibility to obtain a Secret U.S. government security clearance; a PhD and experience in financial markets or government are preferred.