Quant Research - PHD (Stochastics, Probability, Combinatorics) in London

Job description

My client are actively looking for an individual with an appetite to join quant finance, coming from a postdoc or PhD in Mathematics, ideally stochastics, probability or combinatorics.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct original research in one or more of the following areas: combinatorics, discrete probability, stochastic modelling, random graphs, or related topics.
• Collaborate with senior researchers and contribute to joint publications.
• Present findings at seminars, workshops, and conferences.
• Engage with the wider academic community and support outreach activities.
• Contribute to the development of grant proposals and research dissemination.

Essential Requirements:

• A PhD (or near completion) in mathematics, statistics, theoretical computer science, or a closely related discipline.
• Ideally research background in one of the following: combinatorics, probability theory, stochastic processes.
• Evidence of research potential through publications, preprints, or thesis work.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

If there is any curioisity about the industry, reach out to harry.moore (at) selbyjennings.com or apply directly.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

25-10-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English