Quantitative Research
Research Affiliates
Research Affiliates is a global leader in smart beta and asset allocation strategies, known for pioneering the fundamental indexation approach. Founded by Rob Arnott, the firm creates investment strategies and indices used by major asset managers worldwide. Their research spans factor investing, asset allocation, and market forecasting. Research Affiliates licenses their strategies and indices, which sub-advise over $130 billion in assets.
Founded 2002
Headquarters
Newport Beach, CA
Employees
100+
Roles at Research Affiliates
Quantitative ResearcherInvestment AnalystSoftware EngineerData Analyst
Key Skills Required
PythonREconometricsFactor ModelingFinancial Economics
How to Get Hired
Research Affiliates recruits from top quantitative programs and universities. The interview process involves discussions about investment research, quantitative assessments, and analytical problem-solving. They offer positions for researchers and analysts in their Newport Beach headquarters.
Compensation at Research Affiliates
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