Postdoctoral position in Quantitative finance/Complex systems/Network science in

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Postdoctoral position in Quantitative finance/Complex systems/Network science in the research group of Sandro Lera of SUSTech

A position as a Postdoctoral Fellow is available in the research group of Sandro Lera at the Institute of Risk Analysis, Prediction and Management (Risks-X), Southern University of Science and Technology(SUSTech)

Introduction of Supervisor

Sandro Lera is a tenure-trackAssistant Professor at Risks-X and Division of Information Systems &Management Engineering of SUSTech, and supervisor for postdoctoral students. Heis also a visiting scholar at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), wherehe was previously a Postdoc at the Human Dynamics lab, which is led by Alex Pentland.His research directions are mainly in complex systems, network science andquantitative finance, etc. Prof. Lera also has an industry background inalgorithmic trading, developing quantitative trading strategies for severalcompanies and across different asset classes.

For furtherinformation of his publications, please visit https://www.researchgate.net/scientific-contributions/Sandro-Claudio-Lera-2079813368

Job Description

Position: Postdoctoral position in Quantitative finance/Complex systems/Network science

Department: Institute of Risk Analysis, Prediction and Management (Risks-X), SUSTech

Responsibility:

The Postdoctoral Fellow will work in a highly ambitious and internationally oriented research environment committed to excellency in research. It is expected that the postdoctoral fellow will conduct research projects in Quantitative finance, Complex systems and Network science, actively participate in the activities of thegroup, and assist in the mentoring of postgraduate students and researchassistants.

Requirements ：

• A PhD degree and demonstrated research capabilities.
• Background in science and engineering fields such as statistics, physics, quantitative finance, mathematics, computer science are highly preferred.
• Strong resilience, desire and enthusiasm to work with a dynamic, growing and hard-working group. "Yes and" attitude and “doer” instead of a "no but” or “maybe” attitude.
• With articles published in professionally top journals as the first author.
• Under 35 years old with good profession, ambitions, sense of responsibility and teamwork spirit.
• Strong English communication skills.
• A PhD degree should be obtained within 3 years.
  

Benefits and rewards：

• Competitive salaries ranging from 336,000 to 500,000 a year and fringe benefits including pension, medical and other allowances, which are among the best in China. Salary and rank will commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Opportunity for research exchange visit at ETH Zurich for a period of 3-12 months.
• The Shenzhen City has the Peacock scheme to support talent scholars, which provide 1.6-3 million RMB after-tax cash subsidy. The university will help qualified candidates to get the subsidy upon the approval of the municipal government.
  

Application procedures:

Please send your application to leras@sustech.edu.cn, and with the following documents.

• CV in English (please send Chinese version as well if available) and cover letter which should explain your motivation and main achievements.
• Electronic or hard copy of documents proving your identity (eg. passport) and education.
• 2-3 reference letters with available referers' names and contacts. （The contact of doctor's degree supervisor should be provided.）
• Representative papers or other supportive documents if available.
  

The position remains open until filled.

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