Postdoctoral Research Associate

Full time: 35 hours per week

Fixed term contract for 24 months

We are looking for a Post-Doctoral Research Associate on Statistical Learning & Financial AI for assisting with the execution of the co-pilot projects funded by abrdn via the University of Edinburgh, Centre of Investing Innovation

The Opportunity:

Conduct original research to create a statistical framework that integrates with a large financial language model. Endow the language model with statistical intelligence, facilitate online learning, and explain empirical findings to a human.

This post is full-time (35 hours per week).

Your skills and attributes for success: 

• PhD in Statistics & Data Science (or near completion) and/or relevant experience on applications in Financial AI. 
• Programming in R and Python.
• proven experience of work with industry collaborators, particularly related to finance sectors.

Applicants should upload a CV and a brief research statement (max two pages) when applying for the post online. In addition, they should arrange for at least two letters of reference to be sent direct to [email protected]  quoting the reference number. For informal enquiries please contact Dr Miguel de Carvalho [email protected]