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[Apply on MSCI’s careers site →](https://globalcareers-msci.icims.com/jobs/5924/login) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [MSCI](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/msci/) / Equity Index Quant Research Specialist ## Job description Your Team Responsibilities The Quantitative Index Research team is responsible for the research and development of all custom MSCI Factor, Thematic, Climate and ESG Indexes -Monitoring developments in the investment management process globally, including new trends and styles in porfolio management, investment styles and asset allocation -Researching and recommending methodology enhancements in close consultation with leading investment management firms. ### Your Key Responsibilities The Quantitative Index Research team is responsible for the research and development of all custom MSCI Factor, Thematic, Climate and ESG Indexes -Monitoring developments in the investment management process globally, including new trends and styles in porfolio management, investment styles and asset allocation -Researching and recommending methodology enhancements in close consultation with leading investment management firms Your skills and experience that will help you excel Understanding of equity analysis and equity investment process, familiarity with Institutional Investment Practices and Buy Side Por􀆞olio Management concepts -AI toolkit, Python, Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint knowledge. Good knowledge of VBA is a plus. Knowledge of Matlab/SQL and modular designing preferred. -Familiar with investment research and data vendors (e.g., Bloomberg, Reuters, Factset, risk and porfolio management systems) -Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills About MSCI What we offer you Transparent compensation schemes and comprehensive employee benefits, tailored to your location, ensuring your financial security, health, and overall wellbeing. Flexible working arrangements, advanced technology, and collaborative workspaces. A culture of high performance and innovation where we experiment with new ideas and take responsibility for achieving results. A global network of talented colleagues, who inspire, support, and share their expertise to innovate and deliver for our clients. Global Orientation program to kickstart your journey, followed by access to our Learning@MSCI platform, AI Learning Center, LinkedIn Learning Pro and tailored learning opportunities for ongoing skills development. Multi-directional career paths that offer professional growth and development through new challenges, internal mobility and expanded roles. We actively nurture an environment that builds a sense of inclusion belonging and connection, including eight Employee Resource Groups. All Abilities, Asian Support Network, Black Leadership Network, Climate Action Network, Hola! MSCI, Pride & Allies, Women in Tech, and Women’s Leadership Forum. At MSCI we are passionate about what we do, and we are inspired by our vision – to power better decisions. You’ll be part of an industry-leading network of creative, curious, and entrepreneurial pioneers. This is a space where you can challenge yourself, set new standards and perform beyond expectations for yourself, our clients, and our industry. MSCI strengthens global markets by connecting participants across the financial ecosystem with a common language. Our research-based data, analytics and indexes, supported by advanced technology, set standards for global investors and help our clients understand risks and opportunities so they can make better decisions and unlock innovation. We serve asset managers and owners, private-market sponsors and investors, hedge funds, wealth managers, banks, insurers and corporates. MSCI Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected parental leave), veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. MSCI is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please email Disability.Assistance@msci.com and indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Please note, this e-mail is intended only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation; it is not intended for other inquiries. To all recruitment agencies 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. Note on recruitment scams We are aware of recruitment scams where fraudsters impersonating MSCI personnel may try and elicit personal information from job seekers. Read our full note on careers.msci.com ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 12, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 18, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 6 days - Location: Mumbai, India - Employment type: Full-time[Apply on MSCI’s careers site →](https://globalcareers-msci.icims.com/jobs/5924/login) ## More jobs at MSCI ### [APAC BFSI Non-Technology Sourcing Analyst](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/msci/jobs/6c0588fe245c5fa3bc9c/) Mumbai, India ### [Analytics Product Specialist](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/msci/jobs/4a7af6ba00640f6e7c8b/) Mumbai, India ### [Commercial Contracts Legal Counsel](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/msci/jobs/240b1d297c35125f4185/) Mumbai, India ### [Data Collection Transformation - Senior Associate](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/msci/jobs/0c8eae5181294d76def1/) Mumbai, India ### [HRIS Specialist - iCIMS](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/msci/jobs/bae05491d81b3f43215a/) Mumbai, India ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Index Equity Technologist (Python), BlackRock Global Markets, Associate](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/blackrock/jobs/a1ae6f49a28fbf9d8809/) BlackRock · Mumbai, India ### [Institutional Equity Division - Associate, Asia Equity Documentation Negotiator (Mumbai)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/morgan-stanley/jobs/c5295af89b6f43ee8c03/) Morgan Stanley · Mumbai, India ### [Institutional Equity Division - Senior Manager, EMEA Equity Documentation Negotiator (Mumbai)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/morgan-stanley/jobs/122b268cb9a57d27d70f/) Morgan Stanley · Mumbai, India ### [Lead Software Engineer - Core Quant Research Technology](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/jpmorganchase/jobs/cb078636230ae61e8e23/) JPMorganChase · LONDON, United Kingdom ### [Equity Research Analyst - Global Research Center, Mumbai](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/jpmorganchase/jobs/b3ee7c1c3edb42128ea3/) JPMorganChase · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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