Research Assistant
Keystone Recruitment
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Job Description
Job Overview: Research Assistant
Keystone Recruitment's client is seeking a Research Assistant for a series of compensated research conversations. This is an excellent opportunity for high-earning, technically trained professionals to share their experiences and insights while being compensated for their time.
Professional Background
We are looking for individuals with a strong analytical or technical background, including but not limited to:
- Software engineering, data science, product management, and design roles
- Engineering disciplines (mechanical, electrical, chemical, aerospace, etc.)
- Finance & quantitative roles (investment banking, private equity, venture capital, hedge funds, trading, FP&A)
- Science & research fields
Candidates should hold a technical degree (STEM preferred) or work in a highly technical knowledge-based occupation.
Additional Preferences
We are particularly interested in individuals who currently maintain investment or brokerage accounts with platforms such as Vanguard, Fidelity, Charles Schwab, Betterment, Robinhood, Interactive Brokers, SoFi, E*Trade, TD Ameritrade, and Wealthfront.
What to Expect
- A short survey (45–60 minutes) including multiple choice questions, short answers, and some voice-recorded responses.
- Questions focused on your experiences, financial behavior, decision-making, and tools you use.
- Completely confidential participation.
Contract and Payment Terms
- Engagement as an independent contractor.
- Fully remote work that can be completed on your own schedule.
- Projects may be extended, shortened, or concluded early depending on needs and performance.
- Work will not involve access to confidential or proprietary information from any employer, client, or institution.
- Payments are weekly via Stripe or Wise based on services rendered.
- H1-B or STEM OPT candidates cannot be supported at this time.
Key skills/competency
- Technical Background
- Analytical Skills
- Financial Acumen
- Data Science
- Software Engineering
- Product Management
- Quantitative Analysis
- Investment Platforms
- Problem Solving
- Communication Skills
How to Get Hired at Keystone Recruitment
- Highlight technical expertise: Tailor your resume to showcase strong analytical and technical skills, aligning with the job's focus on engineering, data science, or finance.
- Emphasize financial acumen: Clearly state any experience with investment platforms or financial services to demonstrate direct relevance to the client's research interests.
- Articulate research capabilities: Prepare to discuss how your professional experiences involve critical thinking, problem-solving, and data-driven insights during an interview.
- Showcase independent work: Since this is an independent contractor role, be ready to highlight your ability to manage your time, deliver autonomously, and work remotely effectively.
- Understand Keystone Recruitment's process: Research Keystone Recruitment's approach to talent acquisition and be prepared to articulate your value proposition clearly and concisely.
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