Remote Contract Quantitative Rates Researcher

JB USA Recruiting is actively placing a remote Remote Contract Quantitative Rates Researcher ($80 - $150/hour) to support high-priority AI reasoning and domain benchmark initiatives. Strong practical fluency in python, r, pandas, numpy is central to succeeding in this remote specialist engagement.

Scope of Work

• Strong analytical reasoning and ability to articulate complex concepts clearly in written English.
• High attention to detail when reviewing technical or domain-specific documentation.
• Self-motivated and reliable within an asynchronous remote work environment.
• Review and assess model-generated quantitative research and trading strategy outputs focused on fixed income and rates markets
• Identify and document methodological issues such as lookahead bias, overfitting, data snooping, and unrealistic transaction cost assumptions
• Evaluate the accuracy of backtesting frameworks, especially with respect to rates-specific mechanics like carry/roll-down and contract roll conventions
• Scrutinize the statistical rigor of signal construction, factor modeling, and alpha research in the provided outputs

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Available Openings: 100 open positions
• Core Competencies: python, r, pandas, numpy, scipy, fixed income analysis, rates markets expertise, systematic strategy backtesting, yield curve modeling, carry/roll-down analytics
• Background as a quantitative researcher, analyst, or consultant with expertise in fixed income or rates markets
• Demonstrated experience building and backtesting systematic rates strategies at a hedge fund, asset manager, or bank
• Advanced proficiency in Python (pandas, numpy, scipy) or R for quantitative research and data analysis
• Strong understanding of yield curve modeling, carry/roll-down analytics, relative value trading, SOFR/Eurodollar instruments, and Treasury futures
• Comfort evaluating research under real-world trading conditions, including transaction costs and liquidity constraints

Pay & Remote Engagement Terms

• Compensation Rate: $80 - $150/hour (contract specialist remuneration)
• Work Arrangement: 100% Remote / Work From Home
• Eligible Remote Countries: United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, and South Africa
• Core Competencies: python, r, pandas, numpy, scipy, fixed income analysis, rates markets expertise, systematic strategy backtesting, yield curve modeling, carry/roll-down analytics
• Hiring Agency: JB USA Recruiting

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