Quantitative Research Associate

Candidate cleared preliminary math testing, recruiter screening, and two technical rounds with portfolio managers focusing on statistical arbitrage strategies. The interviewer verbally informed candidate that they would be brought in for the final on-site loop. When candidate reached out to the recruiter to confirm logistical arrangements, the recruiter never replied. Multiple follow-ups over 30 days went unacknowledged. 📋 Uncompensated Assessment Details: Algorithmic probability challenge and stochastic calculus examination ⭐ Ghost Severity Rating: 3.77 / 5.0 Rating Analysis: Score driven by 4 intensive rounds completed (4.0), take-home calculus problem solving (4.0), perpetual LinkedIn scouting presence (4.0), and 30 days of sudden silence (3.2). Rubric Breakdown: Silence: 3.2/5.0 | Rounds: 4.0/5.0 | Take-Home: 4.0/5.0 | Reposting: 4.0/5.0 | Consensus: 3.8/5.0 🔗 Community Discussion & Evidence: Reddit (375 upvotes, 68 comments) — https://www.reddit.com/r/recruitinghell/comments/166o08g/citadel_quant_interview_onsite_ghost/ 🔍 LinkedIn Footprint: Perpetually Reposted (6+ months). Quantitative research openings listed continuously on LinkedIn for 8+ months with perpetual talent-scouting outreach. Candidate reviews highlight abrupt communication drops when desk heads alter hiring targets.