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PhD + Experience Career Switch

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Hello - I have a PhD in engineering (honors) and my thesis was all about statistical modelling using python programming (to keep it brief lol). I have 7 years of experience in the auto industry as system engineer and 1.5 years as a strategy consultant (current job). I am taking online courses to expand my skills about python in trading and finance. I am seeking a career switch to become a Quant Researcher.

A few questions that I have:
1- is my profile a fit to make the switch?
2- What companies (mid tier) do you suggest I should target? Any hiring cycles ?
3- do quant researchers work long hours like investment banking? strategy consultants?

Thank you !
 
This AMA thread by @Igna is a good start
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I'm a senior buy side quant researcher. AMA

Hi all, As the title says, as prospective students should be making their decisions, I would like to use this platform to interact with students who might be interested in the career path. Who Am I: I’m a senior quantitative researcher working in systematic equities. I’m what some might call a...
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