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Citadel Securities

Quantitative Research Analyst - 2025 University Graduate (US)

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New York, NY
225K-300K Annually
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New York, NY
225K-300K Annually

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  • Bachelor's or master's degree in mathematics, statistics, physics, computer science, or another highly quantitative field
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  • Independent research experience
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  • Excellent analytical skills, with strong attention to detail
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In addition, the employee who fills this role will be eligible to participate in a discretionary incentive compensation program,
as well as a wide array of benefit programs, such as medical and life insurance, retirement and tax-free savings plans,
and access to other healthcare programs.
About Citadel Securities
Citadel Securities is the next-generation capital markets firm and a leading global market maker. We provide institutional and retail investors with the liquidity they need to trade a broad array of equity and fixed income products in any market condition. The brightest minds in finance, science and technology use powerful, advanced analytics to solve the market's most critical challenges, turning big ideas into real-world outcomes.

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