PGIM Quantitative Solutions, Equity Research Director

Prudential Financial • Newark, NJ

37d • Hybrid

About The Position

As the Global Asset Management business of Prudential, PGIM Quantitative Solutions is seeking a Director to play a pivotal role in advancing their quantitative equity strategies. As a member of the Quantitative Equity Research team, you will lead innovative research initiatives aimed at enhancing investment processes and driving superior risk-adjusted returns for client portfolios. This position offers broad responsibility for shaping and promoting research both internally and externally, contributing directly to the growth of our global investment business. You will report to the Head of Quantitative Equity Research and collaborate with other top quantitative equity researchers in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment.

Requirements

• Graduate degree in finance, economics, mathematics, statistics, or a related discipline required; Ph.D. preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of research experience in quantitative investing, with deep knowledge of theoretical and empirical asset pricing.
• Proficiency in Python and demonstrated ability to manage and analyze large, complex datasets.
• Ability to critically evaluate and apply academic and practitioner research to real-world investment challenges.
• Exceptional ability to explain complex concepts clearly to diverse audiences, including internal teams and clients.
• Self-starter with strong problem-solving skills, creativity, and initiative; capable of working independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Track record of delivering high-quality outcomes under tight deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with advanced techniques such as machine learning, artificial intelligence, and natural language processing is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Drive independent, rigorous research projects focused on developing new security selection signals and enhancing core elements of the investment process.
• Identify, source, and integrate novel datasets—spanning stock-specific, industry-level, and macroeconomic information—to strengthen research capabilities.
• Author white papers on emerging ideas and market developments to position the firm at the forefront of quantitative research.
• Present research findings to clients and prospects, reinforcing the value and impact of our investment strategies.
• Monitor academic and sell-side equity research and leverage external expertise to inform and advance our work.
• Serve as a thought leader, delivering creative solutions to intellectually demanding problems and driving continuous innovation.

Benefits

• Market competitive base salaries, with a yearly bonus potential at every level.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), and leave of absences, such as parental and military leave.
• 401(k) plan with company match (up to 4%).
• Company-funded pension plan.
• Wellness Programs including up to $1,600 a year for reimbursement of items purchased to support personal wellbeing needs.
• Work/Life Resources to help support topics such as parenting, housing, senior care, finances, pets, legal matters, education, emotional and mental health, and career development.
• Education Benefit to help finance traditional college enrollment toward obtaining an approved degree and many accredited certificate programs.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Shares can be purchased at 85% of the lower of two prices (Beginning or End of the purchase period).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director