Quantitative Research Analyst Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
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PIMCO is a global leader in active fixed income with deep expertise across public and private markets. We invest our clients’ capital across a range of fixed income and credit opportunities, leveraging our decades of experience navigating complex debt markets. Our flexible capital base and deep relationships with issuers have helped us become one of the world’s largest providers of traditional and nontraditional solutions for companies that need financing and investors who seek strong risk-adjusted returns. Since 1971, our people have shaped our organization through a high-performance inclusive culture, in which we celebrate diverse thinking. We invest in our people and strive to imprint our CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Responsibility and Excellence. We believe each of us is here to help others succeed and this has led to PIMCO being recognized as an innovator, industry thought leader and trusted advisor to our clients.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Client Solutions & Analytics team produces innovative thought leadership and quantitative research for PIMCO’s clients. Candidates can expect to publish and present research pieces on relevant market themes, construct bespoke investment solutions, and develop platforms and applications to better analyse client portfolios. The team’s research topics are broad-ranging adapting to market trends and client interest. Recent publications include: views on inflation, the role of fixed income in the current yield environment, private asset risk and performance, smart beta emerging market portfolios, and PIMCO’s capital market assumptions. Candidates should be hands-on creative thinkers able to build research and solutions from inception to completion to fit client needs. Candidates will collaborate with multiple parts of the firm, including Portfolio Management, Product Strategy, and Client Management and can expect to be involved in both internal as well as client presentations. Applicants should have a strong research background as well as excellent public speaking skills.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- At least three years of relevant work experience in asset management, buy-side or sell-side research, investment consulting or academia
- PhD in finance, economics or quantitative discipline from leading university highly desirable
- Strong interest and background in quantitative disciplines; knowledge of asset pricing, economic theory, and optimization methods preferred
- Formal training in empirical research, especially time series and panel data econometrics; experience analysing large data sets preferred
- Proficiency in programming; Python, MATLAB, C++, preferred
- Strong analytical, problem solving, and presentation skills
BENEFITS
PIMCO is committed to offering a comprehensive portfolio of employee benefits designed to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Benefits vary by location but may include:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Life insurance and travel coverage
- Work/life programs such as flexible work arrangements, parental leave and support, employee assistance plan, commuter benefits, health club discounts, and educational/CFA certification reimbursement programs
- Community involvement opportunities with The PIMCO Foundation in each PIMCO office.
PIMCO follows a total compensation approach when rewarding employees which includes a base salary and a discretionary bonus. Base salary is the fixed component of compensation that is determined by core job responsibilities, relevant experience, internal level, and market factors. The discretionary bonus is used to award performance and therefore is determined by company, business, team, and individual performance.
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $205,000.00 - $230,000.00
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT
PIMCO recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, national origin, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), age, military or veteran status, disability (physical or mental), any factor prohibited by law, and as such affirms in policy and practice to support and promote the concept of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, provincial and municipal laws. The company also prohibits discrimination on other basis such as medical condition, or marital status under applicable laws.
APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES
PIMCO is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including veterans, in job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system due to a disability and you would like to request an accommodation, you may contact us at 949-720-7744 and leave a message. This is a dedicated line designed exclusively to assist job seekers with disabilities to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.
INTRODUCTION
PIMCO is a global leader in active fixed income with deep expertise across public and private markets. We invest our clients’ capital across a range of fixed income and credit opportunities, leveraging our decades of experience navigating complex debt markets. Our flexible capital base and deep relationships with issuers have helped us become one of the world’s largest providers of traditional and nontraditional solutions for companies that need financing and investors who seek strong risk-adjusted returns. Since 1971, our people have shaped our organization through a high-performance inclusive culture, in which we celebrate diverse thinking. We invest in our people and strive to imprint our CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Responsibility and Excellence. We believe each of us is here to help others succeed and this has led to PIMCO being recognized as an innovator, industry thought leader and trusted advisor to our clients.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Client Solutions & Analytics team produces innovative thought leadership and quantitative research for PIMCO’s clients. Candidates can expect to publish and present research pieces on relevant market themes, construct bespoke investment solutions, and develop platforms and applications to better analyse client portfolios. The team’s research topics are broad-ranging adapting to market trends and client interest. Recent publications include: views on inflation, the role of fixed income in the current yield environment, private asset risk and performance, smart beta emerging market portfolios, and PIMCO’s capital market assumptions. Candidates should be hands-on creative thinkers able to build research and solutions from inception to completion to fit client needs. Candidates will collaborate with multiple parts of the firm, including Portfolio Management, Product Strategy, and Client Management and can expect to be involved in both internal as well as client presentations. Applicants should have a strong research background as well as excellent public speaking skills.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- At least three years of relevant work experience in asset management, buy-side or sell-side research, investment consulting or academia
- PhD in finance, economics or quantitative discipline from leading university highly desirable
- Strong interest and background in quantitative disciplines; knowledge of asset pricing, economic theory, and optimization methods preferred
- Formal training in empirical research, especially time series and panel data econometrics; experience analysing large data sets preferred
- Proficiency in programming; Python, MATLAB, C++, preferred
- Strong analytical, problem solving, and presentation skills
BENEFITS
PIMCO is committed to offering a comprehensive portfolio of employee benefits designed to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Benefits vary by location but may include:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Life insurance and travel coverage
- Work/life programs such as flexible work arrangements, parental leave and support, employee assistance plan, commuter benefits, health club discounts, and educational/CFA certification reimbursement programs
- Community involvement opportunities with The PIMCO Foundation in each PIMCO office.
PIMCO follows a total compensation approach when rewarding employees which includes a base salary and a discretionary bonus. Base salary is the fixed component of compensation that is determined by core job responsibilities, relevant experience, internal level, and market factors. The discretionary bonus is used to award performance and therefore is determined by company, business, team, and individual performance.
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $205,000.00 - $230,000.00
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT
PIMCO recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, national origin, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), age, military or veteran status, disability (physical or mental), any factor prohibited by law, and as such affirms in policy and practice to support and promote the concept of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, provincial and municipal laws. The company also prohibits discrimination on other basis such as medical condition, or marital status under applicable laws.
APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES
PIMCO is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including veterans, in job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system due to a disability and you would like to request an accommodation, you may contact us at 949-720-7744 and leave a message. This is a dedicated line designed exclusively to assist job seekers with disabilities to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Quantitative Research Analyst
Target employers with a track record of H-1B filings
Firms like Two Sigma, Citadel, and Jane Street file hundreds of H-1B petitions annually for quant roles. Prioritizing employers with established immigration infrastructure reduces the risk of a sponsor backing out mid-process.
Lead with your quantitative degree, not just your experience
USCIS evaluates specialty occupation based on degree-to-role alignment. A master's or PhD in statistics, applied mathematics, or financial engineering directly maps to this role and strengthens your H-1B petition from the start.
Prepare for detailed RFEs on specialty occupation
USCIS sometimes issues Requests for Evidence questioning whether a quant analyst role requires a specific degree. Your employer's attorney should document the role's complexity and the industry-wide degree requirement with supporting evidence.
Consider employers outside finance who sponsor quant roles
Technology companies, insurance firms, and consulting practices also sponsor quantitative research analysts. Broadening your search beyond hedge funds and investment banks significantly expands your pool of willing H-1B sponsors.
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Is quantitative research analyst a recognized specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. USCIS consistently approves quantitative research analyst roles as specialty occupations because the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific technical field such as mathematics, statistics, economics, or computer science. Employers in finance and technology have well-established precedent for these approvals, and RFE rates for well-documented petitions in this field are relatively low.
What degree do I need for a quantitative research analyst role that sponsors visas?
Most sponsoring employers require a master's degree or PhD in mathematics, statistics, financial engineering, physics, or computer science. A bachelor's degree alone is increasingly rare for quant research roles at top firms. Your degree field must align directly with the role's technical requirements for USCIS to approve the H-1B specialty occupation classification.
Do quantitative research analyst roles qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Most do, provided your degree program is on the Department of Homeland Security's STEM designated degree program list. Degrees in statistics, applied mathematics, computer science, and financial engineering commonly qualify. The extension grants an additional 24 months of work authorization beyond your initial 12-month OPT period, giving you up to three years before needing H-1B sponsorship.
Which types of employers are most likely to sponsor a quantitative research analyst?
Hedge funds, proprietary trading firms, investment banks, and asset managers are the most active sponsors for quant research roles. Large technology companies and insurance firms also sponsor these positions. You can browse verified sponsoring employers actively hiring quantitative research analysts on Migrate Mate, which filters job listings specifically for roles open to visa sponsorship.
What happens if my H-1B petition gets an RFE for a quantitative research analyst role?
A Request for Evidence typically challenges whether the role requires a degree in a specific specialty. Your employer's immigration attorney will respond with documentation showing that the position requires advanced quantitative skills, that the industry norm is to hire degree holders in a specific technical field, and that your credentials match. Most well-supported RFE responses for quant roles result in approval.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Quantitative Research Analyst jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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