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Quantitative Researcher Jing Zhou shares her educational journey, passion for discovery and experience as a working mother.<\/h2>\n","article_content":"

We\u2019re excited to kick off a new series called People & Pathways. Each story will highlight a different WorldQuant employee and ask about their background, career path and experience at the firm. For the first profile, we spoke with Jing Zhou,\u00a0 a quantitative researcher in WorldQuant\u2019s Old Greenwich office.<\/p>\n

Where did you grow up?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

Jing Zhou:<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0My hometown is Nantong, China, a small port city on the northern bank of the Yangtze River. I attended the local school and went on to get a dual degree in physics and finance at the\u00a0University of Science and Technology of China.<\/p>\n

What did you do next?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

In 2010, I came to the U.S. to get a PhD in physics at the\u00a0University of Chicago. It was my first time in a different country. I loved trying new foods, sightseeing and experiencing a totally unfamiliar culture.<\/p>\n

During my PhD, I did research at\u00a0SNOLAB\u00a0\u2014 a deep underground research laboratory located in the Creighton Mine in Ontario, Canada. I used to take an elevator 6,000 feet underground to conduct experiments in the mine and try to detect dark matter. I was excited because it was about the discovery of new things.<\/p>\n

How did you get to WorldQuant?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

I completed my PhD in 2015 and briefly interned at a Chinese company. Shortly after, I was hired to WorldQuant\u2019s Old Greenwich office as a quantitative researcher.<\/p>\n

At the firm, I can explore all kinds of data and pursue projects I am interested in. The techniques used here as a quantitative researcher are very similar to those I learned in my PhD program.<\/p>\n

What does a typical day look like?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

I am currently working from home, so I start my morning before the U.S. market opens at 9:30. I have a close relationship with my manager, and throughout the day we exchange ideas.<\/p>\n

As the mother of a nine-month-old baby girl, I sometimes take short breaks to play with her. This helps me refresh my mind and allows me to be more efficient in all aspects of my life.<\/p>\n

How do you stay involved in the WorldQuant community?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

I am a member of the firm\u2019s Working Parents Group and Multicultural Group. The Working Parents Group held a virtual Halloween party, where I got to introduce my daughter and husband to my colleagues. I also took part in our multicultural holiday event, during which my colleagues shared recipes, customs and garments that were meaningful for them. It was really interesting to meet new people and get a deeper understanding of who they are.<\/p>\n

What do you like to do outside of work?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

In my backyard, I have two vegetable gardens that grow pumpkins, tomatoes, peppers and more \u2014 depending on the season.<\/p>\n

I also enjoy discussing physics with my husband. He just completed his PhD in the subject as well. We talk about new techniques in the physics field. Sometimes this can inspire me.<\/p>\n","endnotes":"","disclaimer":"

Thought Leadership articles are prepared by and are the property of WorldQuant, LLC, and are being made available for informational and educational purposes only. This article is not intended to relate to any specific investment strategy or product, nor does this article constitute investment advice or convey an offer to sell, or the solicitation of an offer to buy, any securities or other financial products. In addition, the information contained in any article is not intended to provide, and should not be relied upon for, investment, accounting, legal or tax advice. WorldQuant makes no warranties or representations, express or implied, regarding the accuracy or adequacy of any information, and you accept all risks in relying on such information. The views expressed herein are solely those of WorldQuant as of the date of this article and are subject to change without notice. No assurances can be given that any aims, assumptions, expectations and\/or goals described in this article will be realized or that the activities described in the article did or will continue at all or in the same manner as they were conducted during the period covered by this article. WorldQuant does not undertake to advise you of any changes in the views expressed herein. WorldQuant and its affiliates are involved in a wide range of securities trading and investment activities, and may have a significant financial interest in one or more securities or financial products discussed in the articles.<\/p>\n","ideas_panel":{"ideas_panel":{"heading":"Keep reading","subheading":"","articles":[{"ID":755,"post_author":"5","post_date":"2021-05-27 22:56:41","post_date_gmt":"2021-05-27 22:56:41","post_content":"","post_title":"People & Pathways:
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