Quant Equity Researcher

Drive Innovation in Systematic Investing – Join Robeco’s Quant Research Hub

We are expanding our Quant Equity Research team in Rotterdam and are looking for a (junior or medior) Quant Researcher to help advance the next generation of systematic equity strategies. You will work with large datasets, modern research techniques, and collaborate closely with our global teams.

About the Role

You will contribute to hands-on research for stock selection (alpha), portfolio construction, and systematic model enhancement. You will explore new techniques, evaluate alternative datasets, and support our innovation pipeline while collaborating with colleagues in Rotterdam, London, and Boston.

Our Quant Research department sits at the heart of Robeco’s investment organization, bringing together 20+ researchers from diverse backgrounds and nationalities.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and test new alpha signals.
• Work with large and alternative datasets.
• Apply ML and modern statistical methods.
• Translate academic insights into investable ideas.
• Present research internally.
• Support tooling and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Early career stage with experience in quant research (preferably equities).
• Completed MSc/PhD in a quantitative field.
• Strong programming skills (Python preferred).
• Analytical, curious, and critical thinker.
• Clear communicator with a collaborative mindset.

Bonus Experience

• Alpha research.
• ML/NLP exposure.
• Alternative data.
• Databricks, Spark, CI/CD, Docker.
• FactSet, Refinitiv, Bloomberg.

Eligibility: Candidates must live in the EU and have a valid EU work permit.

We Offer

• A dynamic and intellectually stimulating environment.
• Direct impact on investment strategies and research direction.
• Collaboration with world-class researchers across multiple geographies.
• An informal, energetic, and highly motivated team that values trust, collaboration, and shared success.
• Competitive remuneration that is attractive and closely aligned with performance.
• A healthy work–life balance, supported by 34 vacation days and hybrid working arrangements.
• A modern, spacious office directly opposite Rotterdam Central Station, making sustainable commuting easy and including a 1stclass NS train subscription.

As a Dutch asset manager operating globally, Robeco combines global reach and ambitions with its head office in Rotterdam. Employees share this combination: thinking internationally, putting the client first, and staying grounded. Robeco has strong links with academia, underpinning research in robust quantitative and sustainability investing strategies, and offers an informal and flexible office atmosphere that gives people room to be themselves, to grow, and to perform to the best of their ability.