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BMO Financial

Director, Model Validation

Manhattan, NY · Hybrid

$150K - $261K/yr

Advanced degree (PhD or Master's) in quantitative fields such as mathematics, financial engineering, physics, or computer science. * 15+ years of hands‑on experience in equity derivatives model ...

Bank of Montreal

Director, Model Validation

New York, NY · On-site

$150K - $261K/yr

Advanced degree (PhD or Master's) in quantitative fields such as mathematics, financial engineering, physics, or computer science. * 15+ years of hands-on experience in equity derivatives model ...

Guidehouse

Model Validation Lead

Mclean, VA · On-site

Active Secret What You Will Do As a Model Validation Lead, you will provide technical and ... Master's degree or PhD in a quantitative or technical discipline What We Offer: Guidehouse offers a ...

Guidehouse

Model Validation Lead

Mclean, VA

Active Secret What You Will Do As a Model Validation Lead, you will provide technical and ... Master's degree or PhD in a quantitative or technical discipline What We Offer: Guidehouse offers a ...

Guidehouse

Model Validation Lead

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

Active Secret What You Will Do As a Model Validation Lead, you will provide technical and ... Master's degree or PhD in a quantitative or technical discipline What We Offer: Guidehouse offers a ...

Guidehouse

Model Validation Lead

Arlington, VA · On-site

Active Secret What You Will Do As a Model Validation Lead, you will provide technical and ... Master's degree or PhD in a quantitative or technical discipline What We Offer: Guidehouse offers a ...

AIG

AI Model Validation Lead, GenAI

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Required : • Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field. • 10+ years of experience in AI/machine learning model validation, model risk ...

AIG

AI Model Validation Lead, GenAI

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$210K - $280K/yr

Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field. * 10+ years of experience in AI/machine learning model validation, model risk management, or related ...

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How much do model validation phd jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for model validation phd in the United States is $52.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39.42 and $63.22 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Model Validation Phd vs Quantitative Analyst?

AspectModel Validation PhdQuantitative Analyst
Required CredentialsPhD in Mathematics, Statistics, or related fieldDegree in Finance, Economics, or related field; often requires advanced quantitative skills
Work EnvironmentFinancial institutions, risk management, model validation teamsInvestment banks, hedge funds, asset management firms
Industry UsageFocuses on validating and testing financial models for compliance and riskDevelops trading strategies, pricing models, and investment algorithms

The main difference is that Model Validation Phds specialize in verifying the accuracy and robustness of financial models, often within risk management teams, while Quantitative Analysts focus on creating and implementing models for trading and investment purposes. Both roles require strong quantitative skills, but their primary objectives and work environments differ.

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Infographic showing various Model Validation Phd job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 8% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 15% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $108,152 per year, or $52 per hour.
Model Validation Consultant

Model Validation Consultant

Pyramid Consulting

Plano, TX • Hybrid

Contractor

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Job description

Model Validation Consultant

Immediate need for a Model Validation Consultant, having experience of any industry. This is a 12 months contract opportunity with long-term potential located in Plano TX.

The Client's Customer Analytics, Capital and Modeling Department is looking for a highly motivated and qualified Model Validation Consultant to support its objectives. The primary responsibility of this role is to support the model validation team to mitigate the model risks under the model governance for the entire organization. The team is responsible to discover and diagnose modeling related risks including input data, assumption, concept, methodology, process and implementation. The team is also responsible to opine on the model strength and weakness and recommend practical solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the model validation team to mitigate the model risks
  • Discovers and diagnoses modeling related risks including input data, assumption, concept, methodology, process and implementation
  • Provides subject matter expertise on models' strength and weakness and recommend practical solutions
  • Validates models assigned by model governance committee
  • Discusses validation results with model owners and governance team to gain consensus and create strategies to implement changes if needed
  • Utilizes express mode validation for new model development, facing legal and compliance related modeling issues, quick model fixes, etc.
  • Review model documents, and conduct test runs on model codes
  • Provide different view on methodology and calculations, and provide feedback to model developers
  • Work on model validation reports with hiring manager and provide ad hoc support to him

Must Have:

  • Advanced Degree. Specify: Master's Degree in Statistics, Econometrics, Finance, Operations Research, or equivalent. PhD is preferred
  • 5+ years of financial model development or model validation experience
  • 3+ years of work experience in using SAS and SQL
  • Quantitative analysis skills
  • Work experience in Financial Industry
  • Model development or validation experience in PD, LGD, Prepayment and Cash Flow models

Preferred/ Nice-to-haves:

  • Working experience in CECL or IFRS 9
  • Working experience in CCAR
  • Working experience in using R

Our client is a leading Financial Services provider and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions. Qualified candidates should apply online for immediate consideration.

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