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2026-01-26

Quantitative Researcher - Investment Team

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Balyasny Asset Management
Quantitative Researcher - Investment Team
Chicago, US
200,000 - 250,000
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Job Description

At BAM, our Researchers collaborate across all asset classes, delivering a wide range of quantitative practices from risk management, big data analysis, AI, LLM, and more. The models built by our QR team power our quantitative strategies and enhance our investment process.

Alpha Capture is a systematic investment team within L/S Equity at BAM, aiming to continuously improve our investment process. Alpha Capture Researchers are tasked with developing alphas utilizing LLM and machine learning methods to enhance our trading strategies within a L/S Equity investment team. We foster a collaborative environment, regularly meeting to discuss ongoing research, share insights, and brainstorm new initiatives.

Qualifications:

· Masters or PhD student graduating between December 2025 or May 2026 that is pursuing a degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or related quantitative field.

· Strong knowledge of probability and stats (ML/NLP)

· Familiarity with language models such as BERT, GPT, and XLNet, and NLP related publications is a plus

· Programming proficiency in python

· Experience working with large, complex datasets and building predictive models

· Prior independent research experience in a data-driven environment

· Outstanding analytics skills and attention to detail

· Ability to clearly communicate complex and technical subject matters

· Pragmatic and have a can-do attitude in approaching real-world investment problems

· Results driven mindset, ability to work in an ambiguous environment, and work collaboratively within a team environment

With respect to NY, CA, and IL based applicants, the starting base pay range for this role is between USD 200000 and USD 250000 annually. The actual base pay is dependent upon several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant experience, business needs and market demands. This role may also be eligible for bonus compensation and employee benefits.

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