Phd finance Work, Jobs in London (with Salaries)

Research Assistant in Economics and Finance (x2)
Imperial College London —South Kensington
- £43,863 - £47,223 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
Quantitative Finance Analyst
Bank of America —Bromley
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Master's degree
- Communication skills
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NERA Associate Analyst/ Analyst Regulatory Finance and International Arbitration- London
Marsh —London
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Spanish
- Doctoral degree
- English
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Aladdin Financial Engineering - Portfolio Risk Modelling team Associate
BlackRock Investments —London
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- Computer Science
- Engineering
- Work from home
Assistant/Associate Professor in Management Accounting & Control F/M
ESCP Business School LONDON —London
- £59,141.00 - £74,240.95 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Doctoral degree
- Business
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Quantitative Research Analyst, Mortgages
PIMCO —London
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Data analysis skills
- Master's degree
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- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Research
- Master's degree
AI Research Engineer (Agentic Post-training) - 100% Remote Worldwide
Tether Operations Limited —London
- Full-time
- Remote
- Doctoral degree
- Computer Science
- English
AI Research Engineer (Multi-Modal & Vision) - 100% Remote Worldwide
Tether Operations Limited —London
- Full-time
- Remote
- Doctoral degree
- Computer Science
- English
NERA Associate Analyst/Analyst - Energy & Natural Resources (London)
Marsh —London
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Spanish
- Doctoral degree
- English
Quantitative Strategist (PhD)
Capula —London
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Analysis skills
- C++
- Gym membership
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Staff Software Engineer, Generative AI Blackbelt Team
Google —London
- Doctoral degree
- Computer Science
- Engineering
Finance Manager A&P
Hill's Pet Nutrition —Surrey
- £59,400 - £66,000 a year
- Doctoral degree
- English
- Master's degree
13h
Data Scientist
Funding Circle —London
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
Quick apply
6d
Analyst, Global Quantitative Research
Intercontinental Exchange Holdings, Inc. —London
- Full-time
- Oracle
- Doctoral degree
- Java
Senior Policy Analyst I
Center for Global Development —London
- £56,175 - £62,212 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
Senior Technical Pricing Analyst
Ageas —London
- Up to £52,800 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Engineering
- Master's degree
Assistant Manager, BCM Specialist Modelling, Financial Services, Audit & Assurance
Deloitte —London
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- Master's degree
- Business development
9d
Quant Research Internship
G-Research —London
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Computer Science
- Engineering
- Annual leave
13d
Quantitative Trading Analyst - Equity Options
DRW —London
- Doctoral degree
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
14d

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Research Assistant in Economics and Finance (x2)

Imperial College London -
South Kensington

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Job details

Full-time
£43,863 - £47,223 a year

Qualifications

Statistical software
Economics
Doctoral degree
R
Stata
Master's degree
Analysis skills
Bachelor's degree
Communication skills
Python
Teaching

Full job description

Job number

BUS00883

Faculties

Business School

Departments

Business School

Salary or Salary range

£43,863 - £47,223 per annum

Location/campus

South Kensington Campus - Hybrid

Contract type work pattern

Full time - Fixed term

Posting End Date

17 Aug 2026

About the role

Imperial Business School invites applications for up to two Research Assistant (RA) positions to support academic research in Economics and Finance.

Candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to research and academic excellence. Applicants must have completed a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline prior to commencing the role. Master’s degrees will be considered favourably.

The successful candidate will work closely with faculty in the Finance Department, contributing directly to research projects related to ongoing initiatives with the Centre for Sectorial Economic Performance. This position is ideally suited to candidates intending to apply to leading Masters or PhD programmes in finance or economics and seeking exposure to a high-impact academic research environment before doing so.

Located in the heart of London, Imperial College London is a world-leading, research-intensive university, consistently ranked among the top ten globally and the top five in Europe over the past decade.

The post is funded by the Centre for Sectoral Economic Performance (CSEP), a joint initiative between Imperial’s Faculty of Engineering and Imperial’s Business School, focuses on strengthening the UK’s high-value industries - such as engineering, life sciences, and data science - to drive economic growth and competitiveness.

What you would be doing

As a Research Assistant, you will play an active role in supporting both research activities within the Finance Department. Responsibilities will include:

Supporting faculty research projects, including data collection and analysis
Working with large datasets using statistical software such as Stata, R, or Python
Collaborating closely with academic staff across research initiatives
Developing your own research capability within a high-performing academic environment

What we are looking for

We are seeking motivated and academically strong candidates with a clear commitment to research and higher education.

You should have:

Bachelors degree (essential) and desirably a Masters (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline (e.g. finance, economics, or related field)
Experience working with large datasets using statistical software (e.g. Stata, R or Python)
Strong subject knowledge in a relevant area (economics or finance)
Strong grasp of research methods and statistical techniques, including working with and large datasets
Ability to apply and develop new concepts effectively
Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills
Excellent verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences
Excellent written communications skills, with the ability to produce clear and concise work
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Strong organisation skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
A passion for research and academic excellence is essential, as the role offers significant opportunity to collaborate with faculty on research projects while gaining valuable teaching experience.

What we can offer you

At Imperial, you will become part of one of the world’s most respected research-led universities and gain experience that will support your future academic and professional ambitions.

We can offer you:

The opportunity to work alongside internationally recognised faculty in Finance
Direct exposure to cutting-edge academic research projects
Valuable preparation for future PhD applications and academic careers
A collaborative and intellectually stimulating working environment
Access to Imperial’s world-class research community and professional development opportunities

Further information

This is a full time, fixed term position for 12 months based at South Kensington Campus (hybrid), with the possibility of extending the contract for an additional 12 months.

If you require any further details about the role, please contact: Katie Shakespear ([email protected]).

Available documents

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Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities mentioned above.

We reserve the right to close the advert prior to the closing date stated, should we receive a high volume of applications. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

If you encounter any technical issues while applying online, please don't hesitate to email us at [email protected]. We're here to help.

About Imperial

Welcome to Imperial, a global top-ten university where scientific imagination leads to world-changing impact.

Join us and be part of something bigger. From global health to climate change, AI to business leadership, here at Imperial we navigate some of the world’s toughest challenges. Whatever your role, your contribution will have a lasting impact.

As a member of our vibrant community of 22,000 students and 8,000 staff, you’ll collaborate with passionate minds across nine London campuses and a global network.

This is your chance to help shape the future. We hope you’ll join us at Imperial College London.

Our Culture

We work towards equality of opportunity, to eliminating discrimination, and to creating an inclusive working environment for all. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities. You can read more about our commitment on our web pages.

Proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces community.

Our values are at the root of everything we do, and everyone in our community is expected to demonstrate respect, collaboration, excellence, integrity, and innovation.

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