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# Director of COE for Machine Learning Research

- **Company:** MSCI Inc.
- **Location:** San Francisco, CA, United States
- **Salary:** $195,000.0 - $254,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Computer Programming, Machine Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Deep Learning, Information Technology
- **Published:** September 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/CF6ABAECB3BA474A9C7C38C0A7DC8B0A/job/

## About the Role

* PhD in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Physics, Operations Research, or related quantitative field from a top institution
 * Strong foundation in quantitative finance
 * Expert programming skills
 * Publication record in machine learning or quantitative finance (preferred)
 * Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly to technical and business stakeholders
 * Experience building and mentoring technical teams

## Description

* Lead a team conducting research using machine learning methodologies that integrate financial theory with deep learning and reinforcement learning
 * Design and develop models that convert AI-extracted signals from text, documents, and client telemetry into investment insights
 * Deliver research powering new products across MSCI's product lines
 * Build and mentor a team of PhD-level machine learning researchers
 * Engage directly with clients to understand systematic investment challenges
 * Contribute to thought leadership through research innovation and publishing
 * Collaborate with product, technology, and sales teams, MSCI does not accept unsolicited CVs/Resumes. Please do not forward CVs/Resumes to any MSCI employee, location, or website. MSCI is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs/Resumes.