Seeking PhD candidates who have exceptional quantitative and business skills and are interested in applying these skills at a Investment Bank. Will be responsible for model development, implementation and overall validation with team. Help formulate strategies using an array of financial instruments including equities, credit and hybrid derivatives. Looking for hands-on experienced candidates that have strong modeling and programming skills needed to fit into this role. Individuals will be required to use advanced statistical analysis and mathematical modeling. Ideally candidates would have spent a number of years in academia teaching financial mathematics/economics and have a solid research background with supporting literature. Would have used theoretical knowledge to assist traders develop and utilize models in previous roles.