Quantitative Researcher Job Reference: 2026-4896 Location: Budapest Category: Research Solution: Analytics Role Category: Hybrid Apply Quantitative Researcher Share Your Team Responsibilities

We focus on multi-asset class investing, spanning equities, fixed income, private assets, and liquid alternatives. The team develops multi-asset investment strategies that serve as the foundation for scalable Multi-Asset Class (MAC) index solutions, combining rigorous research with practical implementation considerations.

In addition, we lead research on asset allocation, with a primary focus on total portfolio allocation. Our work helps investors navigate complex portfolio decisions by integrating capital market assumptions, long-term investment objectives, and cross-asset interactions into coherent, investable frameworks.

Your Key ResponsibilitiesConduct research and develop prototypes of Multi-Asset Class (MAC) investment strategies addressing a range of client investment problems.Research and prototype total portfolio allocation solutions, including capital market assumptions, asset allocation design, multi-asset factor frameworks, and optimization techniques.Collaborate closely with index, analytics, data, product management, and client coverage teams to translate research into scalable, client-ready solutions.Support and drive client engagements, contributing investment insights and helping position multi-asset solutions in client discussions.Your skills and experience that will help you excel

PhD or advanced degree in finance, physics, mathematics, statistics, operations research, economics, or another quantitative discipline.

We welcome candidates from diverse academic and professional backgrounds and value skills, curiosity, and motivation over titles or rigid career paths.

2–3+ years of relevant experience in quantitative research, investment research, or a related field.

Strong written and spoken English communication skills.

Excellent quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

A deep interest in empirical research and applying data-driven insights to real-world investment problems.

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What we offer you

Transparent compensation schemes and comprehensive employee benefits, tailored to your location, ensuring your financial security, health, and overall wellbeing.Flexible working arrangements, advanced technology, and collaborative workspaces.A culture of high performance and innovation where we experiment with new ideas and take responsibility for achieving results.A global network of talented colleagues, who inspire, support, and share their expertise to innovate and deliver for our clients.Global Orientation program to kickstart your journey, followed by access to our Learning@MSCI platform, AI Learning Center , LinkedIn Learning Pro and tailored learning opportunities for ongoing skills development.Multi-directional career paths that offer professional growth and development through new challenges, internal mobility and expanded roles.We actively nurture an environment that builds a sense of inclusion belonging and connection, including eight Employee Resource Groups. All Abilities, Asian Support Network, Black Leadership Network, Climate Action Network, Hola! MSCI, Pride & Allies, Women in Tech, and Women’s Leadership Forum.

At MSCI we are passionate about what we do, and we are inspired by our vision – to power better decisions. You’ll be part of an industry-leading network of creative, curious, and entrepreneurial pioneers. This is a space where you can challenge yourself, set new standards and perform beyond expectations for yourself, our clients, and our industry.

MSCI strengthens global markets by connecting participants across the financial ecosystem with a common language. Our research-based data, analytics and indexes, supported by advanced technology, set standards for global investors and help our clients understand risks and opportunities so they can make better decisions and unlock innovation. We serve asset managers and owners, private-market sponsors and investors, hedge funds, wealth managers, banks, insurers and corporates.

MSCI Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected parental leave), veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. MSCI is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please email Disability.Assistance@msci.com and indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Please note, this e-mail is intended only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation; it is not intended for other inquiries.

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MSCI is committed to providing a competitive benefit package to you and, where applicable, your family. You are entitled to an extensive range of core benefits along with a range of cafeteria benefits. 

Core benefits:  

Voluntary Pension Fund contribution  Life, Accident and Healthcare Insurance Package Short-term Disability/Sickness benefit  Yearly medical screenings in private healthcare  Paternity leave  Glasses contribution Travel Reimbursement

Cafeteria benefits: 

Széchenyi Recreation Card/SZÉP Card   Tax Free Nursery / Kindergarten Benefit  Voluntary healthcare fund contribution  Voluntary pension fund contribution 
  Development opportunities

At MSCI career paths are multi-directional, and we believe that new and challenging experiences drive both professional growth and business success.

Everyone here is responsible for leading their own development and we’re here to support and guide you every step of the way. Whether that means deepening your expertise, moving across teams, or stepping into leadership, you’ll have access to internal mobility, learning and skills development, stretch opportunities and mentoring. 

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Budapest

Kassák Lajos utca 19-25
1134 Budapest
Hungary

 

Our Budapest office, located in the XIIIth district of the city, occupies the top three floors of the first LEED-Platinum-certified building in Hungary. As MSCI’s second-largest office, a wide variety of teams and functions are represented here, and each Wednesday we host in-person and hybrid events to nurture inter-departmental relationships. You’ll also find a wide variety of collaboration spaces, private rooms for 1:1s, relax rooms to help you recharge and showers for colleagues who like to exercise before work. Learn more about MSCI's Budapest office.

Recruitment process Apply online

First, click Apply and upload a CV that shows us the skills and passion you could bring to this role, as well as your contact details so we can reach out to you. 

Talk to our recruiter

If you look like a good match, our recruiters will arrange a chat where we’ll ask about your motivations, experience, and background, and where you can ask us anything you want to know about working at MSCI.

Interview with our team

If you like what you hear, and we think you have what we need, then it’s time to interview with your future team, either virtually or in the office. These interviews will give you a clear insight into the team and the day-to-day responsibilities of the role. Read our interview top tips.

Make your decision

If you’re successful, we’ll make you an offer and give you any further information you need to help you make your decision. If the answer is yes, it’s time for some background checks, and then we’ll welcome you on board. Learn more about our onboarding experience.

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