Quantitative Researcher - Futures (MFT CTA)
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Senior Recruitment Consultant at Anson McCade - Specialising in Quant Finance Opportunities
My client, a global hedge fund with a strong track record in systematic trading, is seeking a Quantitative Researcher to join their team in Zurich. This is an opportunity to work under a senior quant while also contributing directly to the wider research effort within a collaborative environment.
This position focuses on medium-frequency trading (MFT) strategies within CTA/futures markets. You’ll be involved across the full lifecycle of systematic investing—from data acquisition and processing to alpha research, strategy development, and optimisation. As part of the team’s investment philosophy, you may also be given an allocation of risk to manage your own PnL, while contributing to the team’s broader goals.
Key Responsibilities
* Research and develop alpha signals for futures-based MFT CTA strategies
* Process and analyse large-scale financial datasets to uncover new trading opportunities
* Build, backtest, and optimise systematic strategies
* Collaborate with other researchers and technologists across the firm
* Manage a personal risk allocation, generating PnL while supporting team performance
Ideal Candidate Profile
* Strong academic background in a quantitative discipline (MSc/PhD preferred)
* Proven experience in futures trading, ideally with a focus on MFT CTA strategies
* Solid programming skills in Python; experience with data analysis and backtesting frameworks
* Experience with full-cycle research: from data ingestion to live deployment
* Collaborative mindset, comfortable working under a senior quant while also contributing independently
What My Client Offers
* A role within a globally respected hedge fund with a strong quantitative culture
* A collaborative and meritocratic environment where ideas are openly shared
* Opportunities to take ownership of strategies and manage real capital
* Strong infrastructure, robust research tools, and support from experienced technologists
* Competitive compensation with clear performance-based incentives
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Finance
* Industries
Financial Services and Capital Markets
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