Global Research - Equity Volatility Strategist - Associate

Job Description
We are seeking a talented Associate to join our Equity Volatility Strategy Research team at J.P. Morgan in New York. In this role, you will collaborate with senior team members to explore topics within the equity volatility space, producing insightful research and demonstrating thought leadership in systematic and tactical trade ideas. Prior experience in quantitative research or structuring within an investment bank, or relevant buy-side experience, is highly desirable.
Job summary:
As a member of the Equity Volatility Strategy Research team, you will implement back-testing on current prototype systematic ideas, contribute to innovative research publications, and write research notes featuring actionable trade ideas. You will collaborate closely with Sales, Structuring, and Trading teams, market the team's research to external clients and internal stakeholders, and address client inquiries with customized analyses.
Job responsibilities:• Implement back-testing on current prototype systematic ideas.• Contribute to innovative research publications in equity volatility strategies, with a focus on systematic approaches.• Write research notes featuring actionable trade ideas and strategies that leverage market opportunities.• Collaborate closely with Sales, Structuring, and Trading teams.• Market the team's research to external clients and internal stakeholders.• Address client inquiries and produce customized analyses.
Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills:• Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. degree in a quantitative discipline.• High proficiency in coding with Python and R is essential.• Basic understanding of derivatives and risk metric dynamics.• Knowledge of Machine Learning and Big Data is advantageous.• Previous experience in quantitative research or structuring at an investment bank, or relevant buy-side experience.• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with strong analytical abilities.• Self-motivated, team-oriented, detail-focused, and capable of thriving in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills:• Prior experience in quantitative research, equity derivatives or QIS structuring is a plus.
About Us
JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.
We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
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JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans
About the Team
J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.