JOE Listings (Job Openings for Economists)

February 1, 2018 - July 31, 2018

United Income

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Research & Methodology Associate

JOE ID Number: 2018-01_111460000
Date Posted: 03/22/2018
Date Inactive: 07/31/2018
Position Title/Short Description
Title: Research & Methodology Associate
Section: Full-Time Nonacademic
Location: Washington, District of Columbia, UNITED STATES
JEL Classification: 00 -- Default: Any Field
Keywords:
Finance, Investments, Retirement, Methdology
Full Text of JOE Listing:

DC-based fintech company United Income is recruiting a Research & Methodology Associate. The ideal candidate is proficient with mathematical and predictive modelling and algorithm development, and would help us develop the methodology and algorithms that power our financial planning and investment management engine. Email your resume to research@unitedincome.com to apply.

The ideal candidate will be expected to:

• Conduct mathematical and predictive modelling using statistical methods such as multivariate regression analysis and hazard models.
• Assist with the development of the methodology and algorithms to support new product features.
• Code models and algorithms created by the methodology team to be used in testing and research using R / Python or similar programming language.
• Assist with the QC of the mathematical models in the application to ensure that they meet mathematical and algorithmic spec, and that edge cases are handled correctly.
• Delve into U.S. tax code and public policy related to retirement (Social Security, Medicare, etc.).

Qualifications Required:

• Graduate degree in Economics.
• Minimum of 5 years of coding experience using Python/R/Matlab.
• Experience with Monte Carlo Simulation methods, Finance and Investment modeling.
• Knowledge of combinatorial optimization methods, computational complexity, polynomial-time algorithms and linear programming.

Application Requirements:
  • Application Instructions Below
Application deadline: 07/31/2018
Application Instructions:
To apply, please email your resume to research@unitedincome.com. Applications will be reviewed and interviews scheduled on a rolling basis.