Junior Researcher (fixed-term contract - 2 year programme)

Banque Pictet & Cie SA

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  • Date de publication :

    27 mars 2024
  • Taux d'activité :

    100%
  • Type de contrat :

    Durée indéterminée
  • Lieu de travail :

    Genf

Junior Researcher (fixed-term contract - 2 year programme)



Your team


 


The Pictet Investment Research Institute is a newly established investment research capability within Pictet Group, launched in 2024. The Institute will engage Pictet’s economists, macro strategists, analysts and dedicated researchers to provide insights into long-term investment topics – from strategic asset allocation to capital market structures, global economic trends, sustainability and beyond. 


 


We are looking for a recent PhD Graduate to join and develop the Pictet Investment Research Institute in a two year programme.


Your role


 


•    Contributing to research projects of importance to the Pictet Institute.
•    Producing original research in collaboration with internal researchers and investment professionals on a wide variety of research topics with investment implications for our firm. 
•    Taking part in research collaborations with academics or other external research experts. 
•    Working closely with the Head of the Pictet Institute to formulate the research methodology of the projects and perform the empirical analysis. 
•    Generating presentations based on the research output and helping to prepare the communication materials. 


Your profile


 


•    PhD in Finance, Economics or a related field. 
•    Strong background in econometrics, statistics and data analysis. 
•    Strong coding skills in Matlab, Python and SQL.
•    Research experience in at least one asset class with a willingness to expand into others, including alternatives. 
•    Solid knowledge of portfolio theory, portfolio optimisation techniques and dynamic asset allocation would be a plus. 
•    At ease working with other researchers or investment professionals as well as alone, as necessary. 
•    Interest in ESG. 
•    Good communication skills, both oral and written, as well as ability to convey complex subject matter to a non-technical audience in a precise and concise manner. 
•    Excellent command of English. 
•    Must be resident in Switzerland or willing to relocate.


Note


We will not accept any CVs via agencies.


Ref.:"JR/CC/MV"


Diversity & Inclusion


Pictet is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse environment. We respect all individuals and seek their inclusion in the workplace.





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