Junior Researcher (fixed-term contract - 2 year programme)

Pictet

  • Suisse
  • Contrat
  • Temps-plein
  • Il y a 1 mois
Your teamThe Pictet Investment Research Institute is a newly established investment research capability within Pictet Group, launched in 2024. The Institute will engage Pictet's economists, macro strategists, analysts and dedicated researchers to provide insights into long-term investment topics - from strategic asset allocation to capital market structures, global economic trends, sustainability and beyond.We are looking for a recent PhD Graduate to join and develop the Pictet Investment Research Institute in a two year programme.Your role
  • Contributing to research projects of importance to the Pictet Institute.
  • Producing original research in collaboration with internal researchers and investment professionals on a wide variety of research topics with investment implications for our firm.
  • Taking part in research collaborations with academics or other external research experts.
  • Working closely with the Head of the Pictet Institute to formulate the research methodology of the projects and perform the empirical analysis.
  • Generating presentations based on the research output and helping to prepare the communication materials.
Your profile
  • PhD in Finance, Economics or a related field.
  • Strong background in econometrics, statistics and data analysis.
  • Strong coding skills in Matlab, Python and SQL.
  • Research experience in at least one asset class with a willingness to expand into others, including alternatives.
  • Solid knowledge of portfolio theory, portfolio optimisation techniques and dynamic asset allocation would be a plus.
  • At ease working with other researchers or investment professionals as well as alone, as necessary.
  • Interest in ESG.
  • Good communication skills, both oral and written, as well as ability to convey complex subject matter to a non-technical audience in a precise and concise manner.
  • Excellent command of English.
  • Must be resident in Switzerland or willing to relocate.
NoteWe will not accept any CVs via agencies.Ref.:"JR/CC/MV"Diversity & InclusionPictet is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse environment. We respect all individuals and seek their inclusion in the workplace.

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