Remote Quantitative Rates Researcher — Multimodal & Technical Practice

Partner with SMR Talent Collective from anywhere in the US, UK, Canada, Australia, NZ, or Ireland as a remote Remote Quantitative Rates Researcher — Multimodal & Technical Practice ($80 - $150/hour). This specialist role focuses on evaluating AI model outputs, authoring domain-specific rubrics, and validating technical workflows involving python, r, pandas, numpy.

Project Responsibilities

• 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
• Deliver detailed written feedback on model assumptions, implementation fidelity, and research soundness
• Collaborate asynchronously with project coordinators by clarifying findings and suggestions through clear written and verbal communication
• Contribute to the refinement of research evaluation processes for greater accuracy and relevance

Required Expertise

• 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
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to articulate complex quantitative findings in clear, concise written feedback
• Prior experience assessing or reviewing models for compliance with best practices in quantitative finance is a plus
• Compensation Band: $80 - $150/hour

Rate Structure & Remote Benefits

• 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: SMR Talent Collective

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