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Urban Institute

$21.75 - $29.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Housing and Communities Division seeks a DC-based research assistant (Step 1 / Research track) with strong quantitative, coding, and analytic problem-solving skills to work across our six ...

Old Mission

Quantitative Researcher (ETFs)

Chicago, IL · On-site

$170K - $300K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This Quantitative Researcher will be working directly with our international and domestic ETF ... assist with new ideas and research. * Explore trading ideas by analyzing market data and market ...

New York University

Research Assistant

New York, NY · On-site

$30/hr

Sireen Irsheid at the NYU Silver School of Social Work is seeking a Data Science Research Assistant (master's or PhD level) with strong existing skills in quantitative data analysis and experience ...

Umd

Research Asistant

College Park, MD

$45K - $55K/yr

The Research Assistant supports ongoing research projects by performing literature reviews ... Knowledge of qualitative and/or quantitative research methodologies. Knowledge of surveys ...

Old Mission

Quantitative Researcher (ETFs)

Chicago, IL · On-site

$170K - $300K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This Quantitative Researcher will be working directly with our international and domestic ETF ... assist with new ideas and research. * Explore trading ideas by analyzing market data and market ...

Arootah

Quantitative Researcher - Portfolio Management

New York, NY · On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This individual will contribute to portfolio analytics, investment research, risk evaluation, and ... Evaluate portfolio exposures and assist with performance attribution and risk analysis. * Produce ...

Arootah

Quantitative Researcher - Portfolio Management

New York, NY · On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This individual will contribute to portfolio analytics, investment research, risk evaluation, and ... Evaluate portfolio exposures and assist with performance attribution and risk analysis. * Produce ...

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How much do quantitative research assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for quantitative research assistant in the United States is $21.91, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $25.48 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a quantitative research assistant?

Quantitative research assistants are professionals who support research projects by collecting, analyzing, and interpreting numerical data. They often use statistical software to manage datasets, perform statistical analysis, and help prepare reports or presentations based on their findings. These assistants typically work in academic, scientific, or business settings and collaborate closely with lead researchers or data scientists. Their work helps ensure that research conclusions are based on rigorous and accurate quantitative analysis.

What is the difference between Quantitative Research Assistant vs Data Analyst?

AspectQuantitative Research AssistantData Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in statistics, economics, or related fieldBachelor's or master's in data science, statistics, or related field
Work EnvironmentResearch institutions, universities, market research firmsCorporate, finance, healthcare, or tech companies
Employer & Industry UsageAcademic and research settings, market research firmsBusiness analytics, finance, marketing departments
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for data handling and research tasksCompared for data processing and reporting roles

The main difference is that Quantitative Research Assistants focus on supporting research projects with data collection and analysis in academic or research settings, while Data Analysts typically work in business environments analyzing data to inform decisions. Both roles require strong quantitative skills and similar educational backgrounds, but their work environments and primary objectives differ.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a quantitative research assistant?

To thrive as a Quantitative Research Assistant, you need strong analytical skills, proficiency in statistical methods, and a relevant degree in fields like mathematics, statistics, or economics. Familiarity with statistical software such as R, Stata, SPSS, or Python, as well as experience with data management systems, is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are key soft skills that set candidates apart. These skills are essential for ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and clarity of research findings, which directly impact the quality and credibility of quantitative research projects.

What are some common challenges quantitative research assistants face when managing large datasets, and how can these be addressed?

Quantitative Research Assistants often work with large, complex datasets that can present challenges such as data cleaning, ensuring accuracy, and maintaining data integrity. Handling missing values, outliers, or inconsistent formats requires attention to detail and strong technical skills in statistical software like R, Python, or SPSS. Collaborating closely with research teams can help clarify data requirements and resolve ambiguities early on. Regularly documenting procedures and validating data at each stage helps minimize errors and ensures reliable analysis results.
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Infographic showing various Quantitative Research Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Temporary. Highlights an 67% In-person, and 33% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,571 per year, or $21.9 per hour.

VP, Quantitative Research (Art Market)

Masterworks

New York, NY • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

About Masterworks
Masterworks is a fintech platform that allows anyone to invest in SEC-qualified shares of multi-million dollar paintings by names like Banksy, Basquiat, and Picasso. We have built a portfolio of over $1.2 billion in world-class artworks, introducing over 1 million individuals to the $2.2 trillion art market.
Masterworks has been covered by The New York Times, CNBC, The Wall Street Journal, and the Financial Times, and was recognized as one of the Top 50 Startups in the US by LinkedIn. In 2021, we achieved unicorn status with a $110M Series A at a valuation exceeding $1 billion. We are based at 1 World Trade Center in New York City's Financial District.
Why Masterworks?
If you answered "Yes" to any of the below, we'd love to hear from you!
  • Are you passionate about democratizing alternative investments?
  • Are you interested in working for a disruptive start-up, focused on a new asset class?
  • Do you enjoy meaningful work that has a noticeable impact on business performance?
Position Overview:
We are seeking a VP of Quantitative Research to lead the development and prediction of trends in the overall art market, including index construction, predictive analytics, and Machine Learning.
Team Overview:
The research team consists of the following functions:
  1. Data Infrastructure & Reporting - responsible for owning data pipelines, database architecture, and analytical reporting.
  2. Data Quality & Operations - owns the integrity of the underlying auction dataset, including repeat-sale pair construction, currency conversion logic, buyer's premium separation, and auction house coverage QA.
  3. Quantitative Modeling & ML - consists of index construction, artist ranking models, momentum and acceleration signals, and predictive feature development. This team primarily drives a quantitative counterpart to the Art Acquisitions team and owns the model layer that feeds directly into IC recommendations.

Responsibilities Overview:
We are ideally seeking an experienced, high-performing individual who is highly curious about the art market, worked in quantitative research at a traditional asset manager, and has led diverse teams.
  • Help evolve the Masterworks Contemporary Art Index methodology - including repeat-sales regression, hedonic pricing, and return-bounds filtering - in a form suitable for CFTC review and third-party licensing
  • Lead development of artist-level predictive models, including ML feature engineering, F1-score optimization, and momentum/acceleration signal identification
  • Help translate quantitative research into actionable acquisition recommendations alongside the Art Acquisitions team

Requirements and Preferred Experience:
  • 10+ years in quantitative research, data science, or financial economics - ideally with exposure to alternative assets, structured products, or index construction
  • Hands-on experience with repeat-sales regression, hedonic pricing, or similar asset valuation methodologies strongly preferred
  • Proficiency in Python and / or R; comfort with SQL and large transactional datasets
  • Deep intellectual curiosity about what drives returns in illiquid, infrequently-traded asset markets

Measurements of Success in First 90 Days:
  • Assist in improving / adapting current Masterworks index methodologies to support derivative investment products
  • Augment existing model through feature enrichment, leading to increased F1-score
  • Develop 2 - 3 models to utilize in order to better understand trends in artists markets
  • Identify investment metrics that can be applied to artists markets to identify momentum or accelerating markets
  • Aid in the execution of backend development for analytics and business objectives

Additional Requirements:
  • Must be able to work in the NYC office 5 days per week
  • Must be eligible to work in the US

Benefits at Masterworks:
  • Daily catered lunches and free admission to art museums and galleries
  • Health, dental, and vision coverage with FSA options
  • PTO, company holidays, paid parental leave, and 401k
  • Happy hours, company outings, and more!

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