Zhiyan Wei

Zhiyan Wei is a Quantitative Researcher at Stone Ridge Asset Management based in New York, NY, where he develops and deploys advanced quantitative models to drive investment strategies and optimize portfolio performance. At Stone Ridge, he specializes in the identification and structuring of uncorrelated risk premia, leveraging his expertise in applied mathematics and financial engineering to address complex challenges in alternative asset classes and institutional portfolios.

Prior to joining Stone Ridge, Zhiyan held key roles including Quantitative Analyst at Balyasny Asset Management and Vice President at Goldman Sachs, where he focused on quantitative research, financial modeling, and the systematic analysis of multi-asset investment opportunities. His career has spanned the development of proprietary analytics across equities, derivatives, and alternative investments for leading asset management firms.

Zhiyan holds a Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics from Harvard University and a B.S. in Theoretical and Applied Mechanics from the University of Science and Technology of China. His research background and industry experience position him as an expert in quantitative finance, with demonstrated contributions to the development of innovative investment solutions in the asset management industry.