Sector Research Analyst

Position Summary

We are a quantitative investment firm applying data science, technology, and rigorous research to identify inefficiencies across global markets. Our research process combines systematic methods with deep fundamental understanding of industries, companies, and economic drivers.

We are seeking a Sector Research Analyst to join our research team. In this role, you will conduct deep sector-level analysis, identify structural trends across industries, and translate fundamental insights into actionable research for systematic investment strategies.

The role sits at the intersection of fundamental research and quantitative investing. Analysts develop differentiated views on industry dynamics, competitive landscapes, and key economic drivers, while collaborating closely with quantitative researchers and engineers to incorporate these insights into scalable investment frameworks.

This position is ideal for candidates who enjoy developing deep expertise within industries, identifying emerging themes, and building structured research processes that can scale across a broader investment platform.

Responsibilities

• Conduct deep sector-level research to identify structural trends, inflection points, and key industry drivers

• Develop differentiated views on industry structure, supply/demand dynamics, regulatory environments, and competitive positioning

• Identify themes and investment opportunities across groups of companies, rather than focusing solely on individual equities

• Translate sector insights into testable hypotheses and structured research outputs that can inform systematic strategies

• Perform fundamental company analysis where relevant to validate sector views and identify key drivers

• Track industry developments including earnings, regulatory changes, conferences, expert networks, and alternative data sources

• Build frameworks to evaluate valuation regimes, industry cycles, and long-term secular trends

• Collaborate with quantitative researchers, data scientists, and engineers to integrate fundamental insights into scalable research tools

• Maintain a disciplined, repeatable research process and contribute to the firm’s collective knowledge base

Qualifications

• Prior experience in equity research, investment banking, private equity, hedge funds, or industry research preferred

• Strong interest in developing deep expertise within specific sectors or industries

• Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex information into clear, structured insights and investment hypotheses

• Intellectual curiosity and willingness to challenge conventional thinking

• Collaborative mindset and ability to work closely with quantitative researchers and technologists

• Strong academic background; advanced degree or CFA is a plus

• Ability to develop structured, repeatable research processes

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and discretionary performance bonus

• Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement benefits

• Generous vacation and flexible time off policies

• Support for professional development including conferences, training, and continued education

• A collaborative research environment combining fundamental insight with cutting-edge quantitative methods

Equal Opportunity

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability status, or any other protected characteristic