[Hiring] Research Director, AI Quantitative Modeling @IDC Research Inc.

Role Description

IDC is seeking a Research Director to develop the quantitative models that underpin our AI Economics research. The initial focus will be on modeling the cost and economic value of AI with scope to contribute to a broader range of modeling and forecasting projects as the team’s research develops.

This is a hands-on quantitative research role. You will:

• Translate complex questions into mathematical models.
• Implement and test models in code.
• Develop reusable methods for colleagues.
• Spend most of your time on model development, empirical analysis, and validation.
• Contribute to selected client discussions and presentations where technical expertise is needed.

Qualifications

• Advanced quantitative training in mathematics, physics, statistics, operations research, or a closely related discipline, with a strong foundation in probability, statistical inference, and numerical methods.
• A track record of independently developing and validating financial, scientific, or other quantitative models of complex systems.
• Ability to choose and apply appropriate forecasting, simulation, or optimization methods.
• Strong scientific programming skills, preferably in Python.
• Current, regular use of agentic AI tools such as OpenAI Codex or comparable systems.
• Ability to learn unfamiliar technical and economic domains and challenge assumptions constructively.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.

Requirements

• A PhD in mathematics, physics, statistics, operations research, or another relevant quantitative field is strongly preferred.
• Experience in quantitative research or model development at a hedge fund, investment bank, asset manager, or a comparable analytical environment.
• Experience developing models of costs, investment returns, productivity, or economic impact.
• Intellectual curiosity and the ability to learn the economics and technical characteristics of AI.

Benefits

• Collaborate with high-caliber colleagues who value rigor, integrity, and shared success.
• Work helps shape how the world understands technology.
• Meaningful work backed by a culture that supports growth, collaboration, and long-term career development.
• Compensation aligned with skills and experience, with a total expected annual compensation between $150,000-$190,000.

Company Description

At IDC, your work helps shape how the world understands technology and where it goes next. As the premier global provider of trusted technology intelligence, IDC equips business and technology leaders with the evidence they need to make confident decisions. Our insights inform strategy, investment, and innovation across industries and regions.

• Recognized by IIAR as Analyst Firm of the Year for five consecutive years.
• More than 1,000 analysts worldwide with a truly global perspective.
• Ideas matter, voices are heard, and contributions provide insights leaders rely on every day.