Quantitative Research Analyst Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Quantitative research analyst roles attract strong H-1B visa sponsorship from hedge funds, investment banks, and tech firms. Most employers require a graduate degree in mathematics, statistics, or a related quantitative field, and USCIS consistently classifies this as a specialty occupation. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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The Quantitative Research Analyst (Officer) will be a member of the Insights team and will assist in building and deploying quantitative research tooling and proprietary time-series data products for State Street Markets’ client-facing research portal, Insights. The Insights team is part of State Street Associates (SSA), a unique partnership between State Street and thought leaders in academic finance, headquartered in Harvard Square in Cambridge, MA. In collaboration with our academic partners, we produce original research that is frequently published in academic and practitioner journals, and which helps inform our suite of multi-asset data products in areas such as asset flow and positioning, inflation, and market risk.
In this role, the Quantitative Research Analyst will work cross-functionally with senior researchers, macro strategists, and technologists to translate research concepts into production-ready data products and tools within Insights. The successful candidate will help design and build custom indices, factor series, and other derived time-series datasets. They will also contribute to defining refined and normalized data series that can be reliably charted and used in downstream analysis. A key part of the role is supporting the buildout of new AI-enabled research tooling that accelerates the research process, including quantitative libraries being developed to interface directly with large language models.
Why this role is important to us
The team you will be joining is a part of State Street Markets. As a leading provider of trading and lending solutions to the world’s institutional investors, we deliver the industry’s most innovative platforms, financing and portfolio solutions. Our capabilities are backed by proprietary, high-value research, insights and indicators that power clients’ investment decisions, accelerate performance and help investors stay ahead of shifting markets. Across our comprehensive set of solutions – data-driven macro market intelligence that give an information advantage; client-first platforms and tools that redefine trading; financing solutions that streamline liquidity access; and portfolio solutions designed to help achieve peak performance – we deliver a breakthrough edge to drive business success.
What you will be responsible for
As Quantitative Research Analyst, you will
- Build and maintain proprietary time-series datasets used in Insights research products.
- Design custom indices, factor series, and derived financial indicators.
- Conduct quantitative analysis and backtesting across different market environments.
- Develop Python libraries that support repeatable research and analytical workflows.
- Help build AI-enabled tools that accelerate research production and exploration.
- Translate research concepts into scalable data products and analytical tools.
- Partner with researchers, strategists, and technologists to implement new capabilities.
- Validate data quality, model outputs, and analytical results before publication or release.
What we value
These skills will help you succeed in this role
- Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- High proficiency in Python, SQL, and financial time-series analysis.
- Curiosity about applying AI tools to improve research workflows.
- Ability to communicate technical ideas clearly to cross-functional partners.
- Careful attention to data quality, validation, and analytical rigor.
Education & Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced degree or equivalent experience in finance, economics, mathematics, computer science, data science, or a related quantitative field.
- 3+ years of relevant experience in quantitative research, quantitative development, data science, or financial analytics.
- Strong experience working with Python, SQL, and large structured datasets.
- Familiarity with financial markets, asset classes, factor research, or investment data.
- Experience with AI-assisted coding or large language model tools is preferred.
- Experience with Oracle or other relational databases is helpful.
Are you the right candidate? Yes!
We truly believe in the power that comes from the diverse backgrounds and experiences our employees bring with them. Although each vacancy details what we are looking for, we don’t necessarily need you to fulfil all of them when applying. If you like change and innovation, seek to see the bigger picture, make data driven decisions and are a good team player, you could be a great fit.
About State Street
What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we’re making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we’ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.
Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.
Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.
State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Salary Range:
$125,000 - $143,750 Annual
The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.
Employees are eligible to participate in State Street’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.
Job Application Disclosure:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Who we are looking for
The Quantitative Research Analyst (Officer) will be a member of the Insights team and will assist in building and deploying quantitative research tooling and proprietary time-series data products for State Street Markets’ client-facing research portal, Insights. The Insights team is part of State Street Associates (SSA), a unique partnership between State Street and thought leaders in academic finance, headquartered in Harvard Square in Cambridge, MA. In collaboration with our academic partners, we produce original research that is frequently published in academic and practitioner journals, and which helps inform our suite of multi-asset data products in areas such as asset flow and positioning, inflation, and market risk.
In this role, the Quantitative Research Analyst will work cross-functionally with senior researchers, macro strategists, and technologists to translate research concepts into production-ready data products and tools within Insights. The successful candidate will help design and build custom indices, factor series, and other derived time-series datasets. They will also contribute to defining refined and normalized data series that can be reliably charted and used in downstream analysis. A key part of the role is supporting the buildout of new AI-enabled research tooling that accelerates the research process, including quantitative libraries being developed to interface directly with large language models.
Why this role is important to us
The team you will be joining is a part of State Street Markets. As a leading provider of trading and lending solutions to the world’s institutional investors, we deliver the industry’s most innovative platforms, financing and portfolio solutions. Our capabilities are backed by proprietary, high-value research, insights and indicators that power clients’ investment decisions, accelerate performance and help investors stay ahead of shifting markets. Across our comprehensive set of solutions – data-driven macro market intelligence that give an information advantage; client-first platforms and tools that redefine trading; financing solutions that streamline liquidity access; and portfolio solutions designed to help achieve peak performance – we deliver a breakthrough edge to drive business success.
What you will be responsible for
As Quantitative Research Analyst, you will
- Build and maintain proprietary time-series datasets used in Insights research products.
- Design custom indices, factor series, and derived financial indicators.
- Conduct quantitative analysis and backtesting across different market environments.
- Develop Python libraries that support repeatable research and analytical workflows.
- Help build AI-enabled tools that accelerate research production and exploration.
- Translate research concepts into scalable data products and analytical tools.
- Partner with researchers, strategists, and technologists to implement new capabilities.
- Validate data quality, model outputs, and analytical results before publication or release.
What we value
These skills will help you succeed in this role
- Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- High proficiency in Python, SQL, and financial time-series analysis.
- Curiosity about applying AI tools to improve research workflows.
- Ability to communicate technical ideas clearly to cross-functional partners.
- Careful attention to data quality, validation, and analytical rigor.
Education & Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced degree or equivalent experience in finance, economics, mathematics, computer science, data science, or a related quantitative field.
- 3+ years of relevant experience in quantitative research, quantitative development, data science, or financial analytics.
- Strong experience working with Python, SQL, and large structured datasets.
- Familiarity with financial markets, asset classes, factor research, or investment data.
- Experience with AI-assisted coding or large language model tools is preferred.
- Experience with Oracle or other relational databases is helpful.
Are you the right candidate? Yes!
We truly believe in the power that comes from the diverse backgrounds and experiences our employees bring with them. Although each vacancy details what we are looking for, we don’t necessarily need you to fulfil all of them when applying. If you like change and innovation, seek to see the bigger picture, make data driven decisions and are a good team player, you could be a great fit.
About State Street
What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we’re making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we’ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.
Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.
Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.
State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Salary Range:
$125,000 - $143,750 Annual
The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.
Employees are eligible to participate in State Street’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.
Job Application Disclosure:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding 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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Find Quantitative Research Analyst JobsFrequently Asked Questions
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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