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Membership Structure

Here at CU Quants, we have two membership classes: (1) General Members and (2) Fund Researchers/Analysts.

General Members attend speaker events, workshops, and training sessions. They gain exposure to quantitative finance, data science, and financial engineering through passive participation and networking opportunities.

Fund Researchers/Analysts engage in hands-on quantitative research projects under the guidance of experienced mentors. They contribute to tasks such as financial modeling, backtesting strategies, data acquisition and cleaning, coding in Python or R, and preparing final presentations. Applicants are expected to demonstrate technical skills, curiosity, and the ability to work in a team-based research environment.

General Member Info

To become a General Member of CU Quants, attend any of our weekly meetings or events listed on our calendar. No application is required. Join our mailing list and Slack to receive updates on upcoming sessions, resources, and opportunities. Consistent attendance and participation are expected for continued membership recognition.

Fund Researcher/Analyst Info

Fund Researchers/Analysts are selected members who work in our quantitative fund at CU Quants. They apply mathematical, statistical, and programming methods to investigate financial strategies, conduct data-driven analyses, and present actionable insights.

What They Do:

Build, test and deploy live trading strategies
Perform statistical modeling and risk analysis
Write and maintain code in Python, R, or MATLAB
Source, clean, and structure financial data
Collaborate in small research teams
Present findings in formal reviews and club showcases

Expectations:

Commitment to weekly team meetings and deadlines
Proficiency in at least one programming language (Python preferred)Working knowledge of statistics, linear algebra, and probability
Ability to read and apply academic research
Ownership of deliverables and code quality
Clear and concise communication of technical findings

Becoming a Fund Analyst:

Submit an application during the open recruitment period at the start of each semester. Candidates are evaluated based on technical skill, analytical thinking, and team fit. Shortlisted applicants may be asked to complete a take-home task or brief interview.

Application Info

Applications for the Fund Researcher/Analyst role are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the semester. However, applying before or during the opening weeks is strongly encouraged to maximize team integration and project continuity.

After an initial screening of submissions, select candidates will be contacted for interviews conducted by team leaders. These interviews assess technical ability, communication, and alignment with project needs.

Applicants must demonstrate a clear passion for quantitative finance above all else. Strong candidates will have a specific interest in a team and an understanding of that team's focus area.

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