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Job Description Summary:
CFA Institute is looking to appoint Researchers/Senior Researchers (collectively, Affiliates) for one-year terms to develop and conduct research in accordance with our thematic research agenda.
We intend to hire Affiliates from academia and industry at graduate and post-graduate (Masters and PhD) levels.
The objective of the affiliate research program is to develop and publish research that i) improves knowledge and understanding among investment practitioners, institutions, and policy makers in the respective fields of study; ii) supports the development of industry best practices, regulation and market integrity; iii) supports talent development in the investment management ecosystem.
Affiliates will be tasked to develop research under the oversight of the Senior Head, Research and will be supported with mentorship from the Research, Advocacy, and Standards group. CFA Institute will own all intellectual property and will publish the research conducted under the Research & Policy Center. For those aspiring to publish in academic journals, the creation of derivative works will be permissible following publication of the original work by CFA Institute. All projects must be completed through to publication within the 1-year term of appointment.
Job Description:
We welcome applicants with specific research interests in:
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Machine Learning
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Natural Language Processing, Understanding, and Generation
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Large Language Models and developments in Artificial Intelligence
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Big data, alternative data, data analytics and visualization
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Cryptoassets, Blockchain, and Central Bank Digital Currencies
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Pensions and retirement income systems
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Private markets
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Investment products, asset classes, factors
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Private wealth management
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Financial stability, systemic risk
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Sustainability data, processes and analytics
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Climate change, net zero and other environmental, social, and governance issues
Opportunities exist in London or Washington, DC with a commitment to be in the applicable office at least two days per week for office-based locations. This role will be supported by the Senior Head Research Center.
Examples of previous research by the CFA Institute Research and Policy Center is available at
https://rpc.cfainstitute.org/en/
The responsibilities of this role include:
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Conducting and managing research projects, drafting papers and articles on capital markets issues
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Originating project ideas on relevant investment industry topics, conducting research, developing well-articulated arguments, recommendations, and policy positions.
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Affiliates with Post Doctorate and/or significant research industry experience may have additional responsibilities including advice and supervision on wider research initiatives and mentoring other affiliates in research practices.
The skills and experience required for this role are:
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Completion of a masters or doctorate degree, with experience in Finance, Economics, Law, or similar field a plus.
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CFA Candidate or charter holder a plus.
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Must have strong writing and analytical skills, capacity for synthesizing complex information and establishing links between factors.
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Fluency in English required, knowledge of additional languages would be useful.
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Self-starter who can work independently and is results driven.
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Must demonstrate outstanding judgment and mature business skills with the ability to establish a strong rapport with senior management.
CFA Institute salary ranges will vary by geographical location. This role is being posted internationally and does not have to be performed in Washington DC. In compliance with the Washington DC salary disclosure law, the anticipated base salary for this role in Washington DC will be $84,100 for Affiliates or $114,700 for Senior Affiliates. Salaries are determined based on candidate relevant experience and skills, as well as internal equity.
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