Quantitative Jobs in Boston, MA
Quantitative jobs in Boston concentrate in the Financial District, Seaport, and Kendall Square across asset management, quantitative finance, and biotech analytics, with steady demand for roles in algorithmic trading, risk modeling, and data-driven research. Employers hiring right now include Fidelity Investments, Man, and State Street. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Open roles33
Top employerFidelity Investments
Work type50% Hybrid
Top credentialMaster's degree in financial engineering
Companies hiring14
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Director of Quantitative Research & Analytics
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CAPTRUST
Director of Quantitative Research & Analytics
Boston, Massachusetts
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Director, Quantitative Capital Insights
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Liberty Mutual Insurance
Director, Quantitative Capital Insights
Boston, Massachusetts
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Quantitative Risk, Assistant Vice President
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State Street
Quantitative Risk, Assistant Vice President
Boston, Massachusetts
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Quantitative Investment Research Co-op (Equities)
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Columbia Threadneedle Investments
Quantitative Investment Research Co-op (Equities)
Boston, Massachusetts
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eFX Quantitative Analyst
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State Street
eFX Quantitative Analyst
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Director of Quantitative Research & Analytics
CAPTRUST·Boston, Massachusetts
Job functions:
$250k - $300k/yr
On-Site
Master's degree in financial engineering
501-1,000 employees
Job Description
Overview:
CAPTRUST is seeking a Director of Quantitative Research & Analytics to serve as a senior leader within the Investment Group. Reporting to the Chief Investment Officer, this role will shape and advance quantitative research across asset classes and client segments. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise, practical institutional investment judgment, and the ability to translate sophisticated analysis into clear, actionable recommendations.
Responsibilities:
Our colleagues, like our clients, tend to stay with CAPTRUST for years. There's a reason for it; it's a great culture in which to work and grow. We all work together, each of us motivating those around us with our commitment to high standards. At CAPTRUST, expect a fully stocked break room, fun employee events, and a quality team surrounding you with opportunities for personal growth.
Our Employee Benefits Package shows how much we value our team. Some benefits include:
One Liberty Square, 13th Floor | Boston, MA 02109
Due to the nature of the role, this is not a remote or work from home position. #LI-Onsite
HOW do we build a world class organization one brick at a time?
We make it a priority to hire those who have a commitment to service, a real interest in other people, and a passion to continuously improve. Simply put: the difference at CAPTRUST is the quality of our people and depth of our bench. If you are ready to make your mark, we want to talk to you.
Are you the next brick?
To get it done the CAPTRUST Way, an individual should exhibit the following characteristics:
At CAPTRUST, we are committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce and inclusive work environment where ALL colleagues feel authentically seen, respected, and supported.
CAPTRUST is committed to providing employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, familial status, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, marital status and registered domestic partner status, citizenship status, military and veteran status, disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, or any other status protected by law. CAPTRUST makes all employment decisions without regard to these protected statuses and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination. #mid-senior
This position will remain open until filled.
WHO are we looking for?
CAPTRUST is seeking a Director of Quantitative Research & Analytics to serve as a senior leader within the Investment Group. Reporting to the Chief Investment Officer, this role will shape and advance quantitative research across asset classes and client segments. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise, practical institutional investment judgment, and the ability to translate sophisticated analysis into clear, actionable recommendations.
- Lead quantitative research supporting security selection, portfolio construction, risk management, strategic asset allocation, and CAPTRUST’s broader investment platform
- Build and oversee stock models, valuation tools, research dashboards, and 10-year Capital Market Assumption frameworks
- Develop risk and simulation capabilities, including Value-at-Risk, Monte Carlo and historical simulation, stress testing, scenario analysis, and back testing
- Strengthen investment data architecture, governance, quality assurance, documentation, and reproducible research workflows
- Integrate quantitative insights with fundamental research; support external manager due diligence and ongoing monitoring
- Contribute quantitative perspectives to the firm’s investment philosophy, market outlook, quarterly House Views, and portfolio positioning
- Evaluate AI, machine learning, alternative data, and emerging technologies that can improve research quality or efficiency
- Present actionable conclusions to investment committees, leadership, advisors, and colleagues; mentor staff and lead assigned strategic projects
Minimum Qualification:
- Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative discipline and a master’s degree in quantitative finance, financial engineering, applied mathematics, statistics, data science, economics, or a related field.
- 15+ years of experience with advanced institutional investment teams in research, portfolio management, quantitative investing, or a related function.
- Advanced proficiency in Python and R; expertise in stochastic calculus, Monte Carlo simulation, applied statistics, econometrics, and time series analysis.
- Experience building and validating institutional investment models, with strong data management, governance, documentation, and quality assurance skills.
- Fluency in Bloomberg and FactSet, plus exceptional written and verbal communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Demonstrated leadership, sound investment judgment, and the ability to influence effectively across teams and organizational levels.
Desired Qualifications/Skills:
- CFA designation; experience with Capital Market Assumptions, strategic asset allocation, portfolio optimization, factor modeling, and multi-asset risk analysis.
- Experience with dashboards and visualization tools, cloud computing, version control, modern data engineering, AI or machine learning, alternative data, and private markets analytics.
- Experience conducting external manager due diligence and managing multiple priorities in a collaborative investment environment.
WHAT can you expect from your career at CAPTRUST?
Our colleagues, like our clients, tend to stay with CAPTRUST for years. There's a reason for it; it's a great culture in which to work and grow. We all work together, each of us motivating those around us with our commitment to high standards. At CAPTRUST, expect a fully stocked break room, fun employee events, and a quality team surrounding you with opportunities for personal growth.
Our Employee Benefits Package shows how much we value our team. Some benefits include:
- Company discretionary bonus.
- Health, dental, and vision coverage, employer 401(k) plan and company match, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, and voluntary supplemental plans subject to plan terms.
- Company-paid benefits such as life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability, subject to applicable waiting periods.
- Paid time off (PTO) or Paid Sick Leave (PSL)
- Our Employee Benefits Package shows how much we value our team. Some benefits include:
- Compensation range (depending on location and experience): $250,000.00 - $300,000.00
WHERE will you be working?
One Liberty Square, 13th Floor | Boston, MA 02109
Due to the nature of the role, this is not a remote or work from home position. #LI-Onsite
HOW do we build a world class organization one brick at a time?
We make it a priority to hire those who have a commitment to service, a real interest in other people, and a passion to continuously improve. Simply put: the difference at CAPTRUST is the quality of our people and depth of our bench. If you are ready to make your mark, we want to talk to you.
Are you the next brick?
To get it done the CAPTRUST Way, an individual should exhibit the following characteristics:
- Ability to build successful, collaborative, and trusting relationships
- Instinctive aptitude for consistently creating accurate, concise, respectful, and easy-to-understand verbal and written communications conveying complex information
- A strong sense of urgency about getting work done and solving problems to achieve results that benefit our clients and colleagues, even when faced with challenges
- Inherent desire to give back to our communities and enrich the lives of those around us
- An other-centered mindset
- Integrity through maintaining objectivity
EEO/Diversity Statement:
At CAPTRUST, we are committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce and inclusive work environment where ALL colleagues feel authentically seen, respected, and supported.
CAPTRUST is committed to providing employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, familial status, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, marital status and registered domestic partner status, citizenship status, military and veteran status, disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, or any other status protected by law. CAPTRUST makes all employment decisions without regard to these protected statuses and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination. #mid-senior
This position will remain open until filled.
CAPTRUST
Director of Quantitative Research & Analytics
Boston, Massachusetts
Added 1d ago501-1,000 employees
Job functions:
$250k - $300k/yr
On-Site
Master's degree in financial engineering
Job Description
Overview:
CAPTRUST is seeking a Director of Quantitative Research & Analytics to serve as a senior leader within the Investment Group. Reporting to the Chief Investment Officer, this role will shape and advance quantitative research across asset classes and client segments. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise, practical institutional investment judgment, and the ability to translate sophisticated analysis into clear, actionable recommendations.
Responsibilities:
Our colleagues, like our clients, tend to stay with CAPTRUST for years. There's a reason for it; it's a great culture in which to work and grow. We all work together, each of us motivating those around us with our commitment to high standards. At CAPTRUST, expect a fully stocked break room, fun employee events, and a quality team surrounding you with opportunities for personal growth.
Our Employee Benefits Package shows how much we value our team. Some benefits include:
One Liberty Square, 13th Floor | Boston, MA 02109
Due to the nature of the role, this is not a remote or work from home position. #LI-Onsite
HOW do we build a world class organization one brick at a time?
We make it a priority to hire those who have a commitment to service, a real interest in other people, and a passion to continuously improve. Simply put: the difference at CAPTRUST is the quality of our people and depth of our bench. If you are ready to make your mark, we want to talk to you.
Are you the next brick?
To get it done the CAPTRUST Way, an individual should exhibit the following characteristics:
At CAPTRUST, we are committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce and inclusive work environment where ALL colleagues feel authentically seen, respected, and supported.
CAPTRUST is committed to providing employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, familial status, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, marital status and registered domestic partner status, citizenship status, military and veteran status, disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, or any other status protected by law. CAPTRUST makes all employment decisions without regard to these protected statuses and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination. #mid-senior
This position will remain open until filled.
WHO are we looking for?
CAPTRUST is seeking a Director of Quantitative Research & Analytics to serve as a senior leader within the Investment Group. Reporting to the Chief Investment Officer, this role will shape and advance quantitative research across asset classes and client segments. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise, practical institutional investment judgment, and the ability to translate sophisticated analysis into clear, actionable recommendations.
- Lead quantitative research supporting security selection, portfolio construction, risk management, strategic asset allocation, and CAPTRUST’s broader investment platform
- Build and oversee stock models, valuation tools, research dashboards, and 10-year Capital Market Assumption frameworks
- Develop risk and simulation capabilities, including Value-at-Risk, Monte Carlo and historical simulation, stress testing, scenario analysis, and back testing
- Strengthen investment data architecture, governance, quality assurance, documentation, and reproducible research workflows
- Integrate quantitative insights with fundamental research; support external manager due diligence and ongoing monitoring
- Contribute quantitative perspectives to the firm’s investment philosophy, market outlook, quarterly House Views, and portfolio positioning
- Evaluate AI, machine learning, alternative data, and emerging technologies that can improve research quality or efficiency
- Present actionable conclusions to investment committees, leadership, advisors, and colleagues; mentor staff and lead assigned strategic projects
Minimum Qualification:
- Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative discipline and a master’s degree in quantitative finance, financial engineering, applied mathematics, statistics, data science, economics, or a related field.
- 15+ years of experience with advanced institutional investment teams in research, portfolio management, quantitative investing, or a related function.
- Advanced proficiency in Python and R; expertise in stochastic calculus, Monte Carlo simulation, applied statistics, econometrics, and time series analysis.
- Experience building and validating institutional investment models, with strong data management, governance, documentation, and quality assurance skills.
- Fluency in Bloomberg and FactSet, plus exceptional written and verbal communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Demonstrated leadership, sound investment judgment, and the ability to influence effectively across teams and organizational levels.
Desired Qualifications/Skills:
- CFA designation; experience with Capital Market Assumptions, strategic asset allocation, portfolio optimization, factor modeling, and multi-asset risk analysis.
- Experience with dashboards and visualization tools, cloud computing, version control, modern data engineering, AI or machine learning, alternative data, and private markets analytics.
- Experience conducting external manager due diligence and managing multiple priorities in a collaborative investment environment.
WHAT can you expect from your career at CAPTRUST?
Our colleagues, like our clients, tend to stay with CAPTRUST for years. There's a reason for it; it's a great culture in which to work and grow. We all work together, each of us motivating those around us with our commitment to high standards. At CAPTRUST, expect a fully stocked break room, fun employee events, and a quality team surrounding you with opportunities for personal growth.
Our Employee Benefits Package shows how much we value our team. Some benefits include:
- Company discretionary bonus.
- Health, dental, and vision coverage, employer 401(k) plan and company match, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, and voluntary supplemental plans subject to plan terms.
- Company-paid benefits such as life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability, subject to applicable waiting periods.
- Paid time off (PTO) or Paid Sick Leave (PSL)
- Our Employee Benefits Package shows how much we value our team. Some benefits include:
- Compensation range (depending on location and experience): $250,000.00 - $300,000.00
WHERE will you be working?
One Liberty Square, 13th Floor | Boston, MA 02109
Due to the nature of the role, this is not a remote or work from home position. #LI-Onsite
HOW do we build a world class organization one brick at a time?
We make it a priority to hire those who have a commitment to service, a real interest in other people, and a passion to continuously improve. Simply put: the difference at CAPTRUST is the quality of our people and depth of our bench. If you are ready to make your mark, we want to talk to you.
Are you the next brick?
To get it done the CAPTRUST Way, an individual should exhibit the following characteristics:
- Ability to build successful, collaborative, and trusting relationships
- Instinctive aptitude for consistently creating accurate, concise, respectful, and easy-to-understand verbal and written communications conveying complex information
- A strong sense of urgency about getting work done and solving problems to achieve results that benefit our clients and colleagues, even when faced with challenges
- Inherent desire to give back to our communities and enrich the lives of those around us
- An other-centered mindset
- Integrity through maintaining objectivity
EEO/Diversity Statement:
At CAPTRUST, we are committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce and inclusive work environment where ALL colleagues feel authentically seen, respected, and supported.
CAPTRUST is committed to providing employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, familial status, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, marital status and registered domestic partner status, citizenship status, military and veteran status, disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, or any other status protected by law. CAPTRUST makes all employment decisions without regard to these protected statuses and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination. #mid-senior
This position will remain open until filled.
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- Banking & Financial Services
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
Quantitative Jobs in Boston: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a quantitative job in Boston?
Focus your search on the Financial District and Seaport, where asset managers, hedge funds, and fintech firms cluster, and on Kendall Square, which draws quantitative roles in biotech and life sciences analytics. Candidates with strong programming skills in Python or R, experience with stochastic modeling or statistical inference, and familiarity with financial time-series data stand out in Boston's market. Networking through MIT and Harvard alumni channels also opens doors here.
Which companies hire quantitatives in Boston?
Employers hiring quantitatives in Boston right now include Fidelity Investments, Man, and State Street, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Boston's hiring landscape mixes large asset managers and global investment banks with growth-stage fintech and quantitative trading firms, giving candidates options across employer size and culture.
Are there remote quantitative jobs in Boston?
Yes, though it varies by role type: desk-based modeling, research, and analytics positions are far more remote-friendly than roles requiring trading floor presence or lab access. About 82% of quantitative openings tied to Boston are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting broader flexibility in the sector. Research analyst and risk modeling roles at Boston-area firms tend to offer the most hybrid arrangements.
How can I get a quantitative job in Boston with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Boston is through a junior analyst or quantitative research associate role at a mid-size asset manager or fintech firm in the Seaport or Financial District, where smaller teams are more willing to develop early-career candidates. Internship pipelines at Boston-based firms and co-op programs tied to Northeastern, MIT, and Boston University place candidates directly into quantitative teams. Proficiency in Python and a portfolio of model-building projects are the strongest differentiators for entry-level applicants here.
Which industries hire the most quantitatives in Boston?
The sectors hiring the most quantitatives in Boston are Investment & Asset Management, Science & Research, and Banking & Financial Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Boston's concentration of investment management firms, life sciences companies, and fintech startups makes it one of the stronger non-New York markets for quantitative talent in the country.
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