Runmin Z.
About Runmin Z.
Runmin Z. is a Quantitative Researcher with a Doctor of Philosophy from Rice University. He has experience working at Quantlab Group and Rice University, and has been with Squarepoint Capital since 2019.
Work at Squarepoint Capital
Runmin Z. has been employed at Squarepoint Capital as a Quantitative Researcher since 2019. In this role, he focuses on developing quantitative models and strategies to enhance trading performance. His work contributes to the firm's data-driven approach in the financial markets. He operates within the Greater New York City Area, where he collaborates with other researchers and analysts to optimize trading algorithms.
Education and Expertise
Runmin Z. earned his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) from Rice University, completing his studies from 2014 to 2018. His doctoral research focused on quantitative methods, which are essential in his current role. Prior to this, he obtained a Bachelor's degree from the University of Science and Technology of China, studying from 2010 to 2014. This educational background provides him with a strong foundation in quantitative analysis and research methodologies.
Previous Experience at Quantlab Group
Before joining Squarepoint Capital, Runmin Z. worked as a Quantitative Research Intern at Quantlab Group in 2018. His internship lasted for three months and took place in the Houston, Texas Area. During this time, he gained practical experience in quantitative research and contributed to various projects that focused on financial modeling and algorithm development.
Research Assistant Role at Rice University
Runmin Z. served as a Research Assistant at Rice University from 2015 to 2018. In this position, he supported faculty members and contributed to research projects related to quantitative methods. His responsibilities included data analysis, model development, and assisting in the preparation of research publications, which helped him build a solid research skill set.