Identify insights with impact

Are you ready to lead the way in creating cutting-edge models and driving thought leadership in the finance industry?


Working in Research & Development (R&D) means being at the forefront of creating the most impactful models and advancing thought leadership in the finance industry. It’s about innovating at the intersection of deep client insights and cutting-edge research, producing high-quality data, tools and solutions that drive meaningful change. By staying attuned to client needs and ahead of industry trends, R&D professionals play a pivotal role in addressing today’s investor challenges and shaping the opportunities of tomorrow. 

Keep looking forward

In R&D, we’re always scanning the horizon for future investment challenges and opportunities. By staying close to our clients and deeply understanding their evolving priorities, we bring must-have research and solutions to market before clients even realize they need them. You’ll take pride in the quality and reliability of your work, knowing that your insights provide clarity and drive real-world impact. 

Join a global network of expertise

Our organizational design fosters a client-first approach through specialization, operational excellence and collaboration across teams. Whether you’re creating innovative proofs-of-concept or optimizing scalable models, you’ll thrive in an environment that values critical thinking, intellectual curiosity and creative problem-solving. 

A dynamic environment to grow and thrive

Every day in R&D presents opportunities to tackle complex challenges that require sharp critical thinking and ingenuity. Our dynamic culture encourages you to think differently, challenge assumptions and find innovative answers to tough questions. Here, your contributions will drive meaningful advancements in the investment industry while fuelling your professional growth. 

Quotes from Cyril Pecoraro, Helen Droz, SK Kim, Julia Sulc, Cyrus Lotfipour, Jarrad Linzie, Rozália Miklós

“Within the Climate Risk Center, our approach is data and technology driven.

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Cyril Pecoraro – Research

“It’s exciting to combine my interest in data science with my passion for preventing climate change, working at a place where I truly believe I can make an impact.

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“When we collaborate globally, we’re challenging our own traditional, conventional beliefs.

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SK Kim – Research

“My team is amazing – I can bring in ideas, work freely and independently and I can see a clear purpose in my work, which is very important to me.

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“We invest in our people and give them opportunities to grow.

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“One of the many great things at MSCI is having colleagues in offices around the world, to really help you understand the local flavors of ESG regulation and public policies and how they are shaping particular jurisdictions.

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Jarrad Linzie – Research

“"As a Managing Director, which is the level I’m at now, you need to be a strategist and leader for the firm.

Instead of just focusing on your own function area, you need to set the firm’s strategy and vision, so you can come up with the Next Big Thing for MSCI.”

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Our people

Want to hear more about what it’s like to be part of the team? Explore the stories below to get to know our bright, curious, and passionate people. 

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Cyril Pecoraro

Associate, Research and Development

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Helen Droz

Vice President, Climate Research

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SK Kim

Senior Associate, Research & Development

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