This role pays less than
78%
of similar roles. Most pay
$170,000–$254,750
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$169k
versus about
$212k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
Employer
About MSCI
MSCI is a US-based provider of investment decision support tools, including equity indexes, portfolio risk and performance analytics, and ESG research used by institutional investors worldwide.
MSCI currently has
14 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$195,000–$250,000
across 14 roles with salary data.
The MSCI Institute Senior Researcher joins a high-performing core team to shape the institute's research agenda and influence global capital markets. This role involves end-to-end ownership of research initiatives, from identifying priority themes and designing original work to producing flagship publications, client briefings, and thought leadership. The researcher will lead cross-functional projects, organize roundtables with investors and policymakers, and engage directly with academic partners to address systemic trends in financial markets. Candidates must possess an advanced degree in a quantitative field like finance, economics, or data science. Required technical skills include proficiency in Python or R, knowledge of AI and machine learning as applied to financial markets, and strong data visualization capabilities. The role requires the ability to synthesize complex datasets into compelling narratives while maintaining high standards of analytical integrity and accuracy.
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