Technical Analyst  » search for more Jobs  Technical analysts
engage in a structured method of identifying and evaluating key
factors and elements of a data model and make recommendations
that are anticipated to produce desirable results. For example,
technical analysis in the financial market is the discipline of
studying past market data and forecasting the future direction
of prices. By developing these scenarios, the analyst can make
recommendations about what stock to buy, when to buy it, and at
what point the stock should be sold in order to achieve the
highest return on the investment.  A more computer-based
application of technical analysis is algorithmic trading, where
computer programs and algorithms are used to decide on certain
aspects within an electronic financial market. Designing these
algorithms is another potential position.  A person in this
industry needs to possess a strong work ethic, be a self-
starter, be creative, have a focus on customer service, possess
a high level of energy and ent