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Thurn Partners

Sector Data Scientist

On site

New york, United states

Full Time

02-02-2026

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Python SQL Test Decision-making Research Pandas Analytics Data Science

Job Specifications

Company Insight:

A leading global investment firm is expanding its sector-focused data science capability, embedding data more deeply into the investment research process. This team partners directly with investors to generate differentiated insights by applying rigorous analytics to large, complex, and often unstructured datasets.

This is a high-impact role for someone who enjoys turning raw data into clear, decision-ready insight — and who wants their work to directly influence how capital is allocated. You’ll operate as a thought partner to investment teams, bringing structure, speed, and analytical rigour to how data informs research and portfolio construction

The Role:

Partner with investment teams to understand their research approach and identify how data can strengthen decision-making
Analyse data from multiple structured and unstructured sources to test complex investment theses
Rapidly assess data relevance, detect emerging trends, and separate signal from noise
Identify the key operational and fundamental drivers across companies and sectors
Deliver high-quality research outputs in a clear, concise format tailored for senior investors
Help build and evolve scalable datasets, analytical frameworks, and decision-support tools

Experience/Skills Required:

Strong intellectual curiosity with a genuine interest in markets and investing
Ability to quickly digest fundamental research and translate narratives into data-driven analysis
Advanced Python skills (including Pandas) and strong SQL
Solid background in statistical modelling and quantitative analysis
Experience working with large, complex, or unstructured datasets
Prior exposure to investment management, equity research, or buy-side analytics
Bachelor’s degree in statistics, engineering, economics, computer science, physics, or a related discipline

Pre-Application:

Please do not apply if you are looking for a contract or remote work
Please ensure you meet the required experience section prior to applying
Allow 1-5 working days for a response to any job enquiry

About the Company

Thurn Partners is a Global Search, Research and Capital Introduction business. Thurn Partners connects the leadership teams of hedge funds, fund of funds, proprietary trading firms, and seeding businesses to unique, business-impactful professionals, in order to scale, diversify or otherwise enhance their business. The firm employs a systematic, research-driven approach to search and advisory, offering services across portfolio management, research, data science and engineering. Partnering with international investors, we... Know more