Jiajun Ma
About Jiajun Ma
Jiajun Ma is a Quantitative Researcher at Squarepoint Capital, where he has worked since 2022. He holds a PhD in Quantum Computing from Tsinghua University and has previous experience at institutions such as Nanyang Technological University and the University of Oxford.
Work at Squarepoint Capital
Jiajun Ma has been employed as a Quantitative Researcher at Squarepoint Capital since 2022. In this role, he focuses on developing quantitative models and strategies to enhance trading performance. Squarepoint Capital is known for its data-driven approach to investment management, and Ma contributes to this by leveraging his expertise in quantitative research.
Education and Expertise
Jiajun Ma holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications, which he completed from 2008 to 2012. He furthered his education at Tsinghua University, where he earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Quantum Computing between 2012 and 2017. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his work in quantitative research.
Background
Before joining Squarepoint Capital, Jiajun Ma gained experience as a Quantitative Researcher at 宁波平方和投资管理合伙企业(有限合伙) in Beijing, China, from 2020 to 2022. He also held positions as a Visiting PhD Student at Nanyang Technological University in Singapore for one month in 2016 and at the University of Oxford for five months in 2015. These experiences contributed to his development in the field of quantitative research.
Professional Experience
Jiajun Ma's professional journey includes significant roles in quantitative research. He worked at 宁波平方和投资管理合伙企业(有限合伙) for two years, where he applied his research skills in a practical investment setting. His earlier academic experiences as a Visiting PhD Student at prestigious institutions such as Nanyang Technological University and the University of Oxford further enriched his expertise in quantitative methodologies.