Remote Quantitative Analyst Expert needed for AI evaluation, requiring strong skills in quantitative finance and programming.
Compensation
$150–$200
hourly · USD
Experience
2–15 yrs
Location
Remote
Compensation
$150–$200
hourly · USD
Experience
2–15 yrs
Location
Remote
The Brief
TITLE
Quantitative Analyst Expert
TYPE
Contract
POSTED
Sep 3, 2026
JOB ID
01a06749
TITLE
Quantitative Analyst Expert
TYPE
Contract
POSTED
Sep 3, 2026
JOB ID
01a06749
Quantitative Analyst Expert
Remote | Contractor | $150–$200/hour
Annualized Equivalent: $312,000–$416,000/year based on 40 hours/week
Fully Remote | Fully Async | Flexible Schedule
About the Role
We are seeking experienced quantitative analysts and quantitative researchers to contribute expert-level evaluation and training data for advanced AI systems.
In this role, you will apply your quantitative finance expertise to review, create, and rank quantitative finance content designed to help AI models understand how real-world quantitative work is performed.
You will evaluate AI-generated work across derivatives pricing, time-series analysis, portfolio construction, and risk modeling, assessing mathematical rigor and technical quality. You will also create expert demonstrations based on your own professional practice.
The work is fully remote and asynchronous, allowing you to choose when and how much you work.
What You’ll Do
Evaluate AI-generated quantitative analysis for mathematical and technical rigor.
Review model-generated work involving:
Derivatives pricing
Time-series analysis
Portfolio construction
Risk modeling
Identify mathematical errors, methodological weaknesses, and technical inconsistencies.
Create expert demonstrations showing professional approaches to quantitative finance workflows.
Develop demonstrations based on your own experience in quantitative research, trading, or risk modeling.
Rank and label model responses against established quantitative best practices.
Assess whether AI-generated analysis demonstrates sound quantitative reasoning.
Provide clear and structured evaluations of model responses.
Areas of Expertise
The work may involve:
Quantitative Finance
Quantitative Research
Derivatives Pricing
Time-Series Analysis
Portfolio Construction
Risk Modeling
Mathematical Modeling
Financial Markets
Required Qualifications
Advanced degree in mathematics, statistics, physics, computer science, quantitative finance, or equivalent professional experience.
2+ years of experience in quantitative research, trading, or risk modeling.
Fluency with Python, R, or C++ for quantitative work.
Strong mathematical and analytical reasoning skills.
Ability to evaluate quantitative analysis for technical accuracy and rigor.
Ability to clearly communicate quantitative reasoning and evaluation decisions.
Preferred Qualifications
Buy-side or sell-side experience, including:
Hedge funds
Proprietary trading
Investment banks
CFA charter or FRM certification.
Published quantitative research.
Open-source quantitative work.
Core Skills
Quantitative Analysis
Quantitative Research
Mathematical Modeling
Financial Modeling
Derivatives Pricing
Time-Series Analysis
Portfolio Construction
Risk Modeling
Python
R
C++
Engagement Details
Employment Type: Contractor
Compensation: $150–$200/hour
Annualized Equivalent: $312,000–$416,000/year based on 40 hours/week
Work Arrangement: Fully remote
Schedule: Fully asynchronous
Flexibility: Choose when and how much you work
Why This Opportunity
Work fully remotely on a flexible, asynchronous schedule.
Apply your quantitative expertise to advanced AI evaluation and training.
Help improve how AI systems reason about financial markets and quantitative analysis.
Contribute expert knowledge based on real-world quantitative practice.
Work on technically demanding evaluations involving quantitative finance and mathematical reasoning.
What Success Looks Like
Success in this role means consistently applying strong quantitative judgment and mathematical rigor to distinguish technically sound analysis from flawed or unreliable AI-generated work.
You will produce high-quality evaluations, expert demonstrations, and rankings that accurately reflect professional approaches to derivatives pricing, time-series analysis, portfolio construction, and risk modeling.
About the company
FreshTalent is a Pan-African talent platform connecting students, graduates, and experienced professionals with employers across Africa. We help organizations discover exceptional talent while empowering individuals to access meaningful career opportunities, internships, graduate programs, and remote work.
Our platform combines AI-powered talent matching, employer branding, recruitment marketing, career development resources, and workforce insights to create a seamless hiring experience for employers and job seekers alike. We work with startups, SMEs, multinational organizations, NGOs, and public sector institutions seeking to build diverse, future-ready teams.
Beyond connecting talent with opportunities, FreshTalent is committed to strengthening Africa's workforce by improving employability, supporting career development, and helping organizations unlock the continent's immense talent potential.