Breaking into Quant: Careers in Research & Trading

Curious about a career that combines mathematics, data, finance, and technology? Join this workshop to explore the world of quantitative research and discover how quantitative researchers use data-driven models and analytical techniques to solve complex financial problems.

Gain insights into the day-to-day work of quantitative researchers, the skills and academic backgrounds sought by leading firms, and the recruitment processes for internships and full-time opportunities. You will also hear from industry practitioners about career pathways in trading firms, hedge funds, and technology-driven financial institutions, as well as practical strategies for developing the technical, statistical, and problem-solving capabilities needed to succeed in the field.

Who should attend:
• Students keen on a career in Quantitative Research in Finance
• Students who are interested to hear from industry practitioners on what the skills-in-demand are, and what to expect in a Quantitative Research career pathway

This is a pre-event workshop for NUS Career Fest 2026.

Speaker(s)

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Mr Ruomu Hou, Quantitative Researcher, WorldQuant

Ruomu Hou joined WorldQuant in 2025 as a Quantitative Researcher and is now a Senior Quantitative Researcher. Prior to joining WorldQuant, he completed a PhD in Computer Science (specialized in Distributed Systems), as well as obtained his Double Degree in Computer Science and Mathematics from National University of Singapore.

 

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Mr Clement Yee, Quantitative Researcher, Cubist Systematic Strategies

Clement Yee is a Quantitative Researcher at Cubist Systematic Strategies, where he conducts alpha research on global equities. A big part of his work is transforming data into directly predictive insights that hold up in real-world markets. He completed his undergraduate studies in Business Analytics at NUS School of Computing and joined Cubist more than 2.5 years ago. Before quant, he studied Business Management at Ngee Ann Polytechnic with a marketing specialisation and completed internships in other industries too.

Register by 4 August 2026.
(Registration will close once all slots are filled)

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Career Workshops

Date: Wednesday, 5 August 2026

Time: 10am – 12pm

Event Venue: Virtual Zoom

Faculties: College of Design and Engineering, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, Faculty of Science, Faculty of Law, School of Computing, NUS Business School

Target Audience: All UG/PG students and alumni

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