JOE - September 2012

DSC Quantitative Group LLC, a quantitative alternative investment company that works in tandem with top academics from Kellogg Graduate School of Management and other schools, is seeking a senior level quantitative developer/analyst.

Ideal candidates will have:
* An advanced degree (PhD is preferred) in finance, economics, statistics or related fields.
* Proficiency in the following computer languages:
o SAS data-handling and econometrics (including debugging)
o SQL database queries, including PROC SQL in SAS
o EXCEL, including advanced functions such as VLOOKUP
o Matlab and/or R for econometrics and optimization
o Experience programming in other computer languages, such as C#, Java, and VB preferred
* Skills in econometrics and the ability to design, back-test, and implement an empirical model or trading strategy
* Strong statistics, matrix algebra, and mathematical skills
* Aptitude for critical thinking and problem solving
* Experience working with financial datasets like CRSP, Compustat, Thompson/Reuters, and Bloomberg
* Self-motivation and creativity
* Ability to communicate and work effectively with both academics and professionals.

Responsibilities
* Analyzing and improving our statistical models, which are written in SAS, Matlab, and R.
* Back-testing, critiquing, and implementing new models suggested by academics and industry partners
* Providing statistical/mathematical support to management

Please send resumes to jobs@DSCQG.com.