PhD Quant Researcher — Build & Deploy Trading Models
$250kIMC Trading
IMC Trading in Chicago is hiring a Quantitative Researcher who will directly impact trading strategies through analytical and mathematical prowess. This position is tailored for current PhD students graduating between September 2026 and July 2027, who are eager to engage in research and innovative problem solving. The successful candidate will apply analytical techniques and build mathematical models while collaborating in a dynamic team environment. A competitive base salary of $250,000 is offered, along with other benefits including bonuses and paid leave. #J-18808-Ljbffr IMC Trading
- IMC is a global trading firm powered by a cutting-edge research environment and a world-class technology backbone. As... ...computing skills to improve existing models and develop new ones, working... ...day one. The ideal candidate is a PhD student in a highly quantitative field...For phd
$250k
ittihad medical centre is looking for a Quantitative Researcher in Chicago, Illinois. In this role, you will... ...and quantitative techniques to enhance our trading strategies and develop new models. Ideal candidates are PhD students graduating between September 2026 - July...For phd- IMC, located in Chicago, is seeking a Graduate Quantitative Researcher to impact global trading strategies. The role involves applying analytical skills to improve existing models and build new ones. Candidates should have strong problem-solving abilities and be pursuing...Suggested
$250k
ittihad medical centre seeks a Quantitative Researcher in Chicago, Illinois. This role empowers you to directly influence our global trading strategies using your analytical,... ...complex problems and designing mathematical models. We are looking for a current university...Suggested- ...A Global Quant Trading firm is looking to expand one of their most... ...an experienced Quantitative Researcher. The team is made up of researchers... ...and continuously optimize models post-deployment Qualifications: 2-5 years... ...global university (M.S. or PhD strongly preferred) #J-1880...For phd
- Old Mission in Chicago is seeking a Quantitative Researcher (Ph.D.) to enhance pricing models and develop innovative tools in options trading. The ideal candidate will possess a background in quantitative disciplines with strong programming skills in Python and C++, engaging...For phd
- Aquaticcapitalmanagement is seeking a Quantitative Researcher in Chicago, IL, who will develop trading signals and models, evaluate their effectiveness, and contribute to... ...system. The ideal candidate will be an active PhD graduate or Postdoc in a scientific discipline...For phd
- Aquatic Capital Management is seeking a Quantitative Researcher in Chicago to develop signals, models, and trading strategies. The role involves designing and... ...rigorous statistical methods. Ideal candidates have a PhD or postdoc in a quantitative field, strong programming...For phd
$150k - $175k
Graduate Quant Researcher Program Chicago 2027 Maven Securities... ...a leading proprietary trading firm that leverages... ...initial phase focuses on building the technical... ...quantitative pricing models, for example American... ...Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD student in applied mathematics...For phdPermanent employmentWork at officeVisa sponsorshipRelocation package- Old Mission Capital, a global quantitative proprietary trading firm, is seeking a talented Quantitative Researcher to join our Fixed Income operation in Chicago. You will build and improve risk and pricing models for corporate bonds and related debt instruments while evaluating...
- Quant Blueprint LLC in Chicago seeks a skilled researcher to join their trading team, focusing on systematic strategies across various investment opportunities. The role emphasizes... ...datasets. The candidate should possess an MS/PhD in a technical discipline and at least 3 years...For phd
- ...is looking for a Senior Quantitative Researcher to lead the options quant team in Chicago, Illinois. In this... ...evaluate existing algorithms, improve trading systems, and mentor junior... ...The ideal candidate holds an Ms or PhD in a quantitative field, has at least...For phd
$200k
A financial research firm in Chicago is looking for a Quantitative Researcher to develop alpha-generating signals and build statistical models. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of quant research experience and a PhD or Master's in a quantitative field. Expertise...For phdRemote job- Quant Blueprint LLC offers an immersive internship in Chicago aimed at introducing participants to trading dynamics. The program includes project ownership, mentorship from experienced traders, and skill development in the trading field. Interns will gain exposure to various...For phdInternship
$200k - $300k
Chicago Trading Company (CTC) is seeking a Quantitative Researcher to enhance trading capabilities. You will analyze market data and develop models to address financial market challenges. A PhD in a relevant scientific field is preferred along with experience in quantitative...For phd- About Akuna Akuna Capital is an innovative trading firm focused on collaboration, cutting‑... ..., trading strategies and mathematical models. Virtual Quant Trading Challenge Our Founding Partners... ...challenge period. Pursuing a BS/MS/PhD in Engineering, Economics, Statistics,...For phdFull timeTemporary workInternshipWork at office
- Options Quant Researcher (route to trading) Chicago (on-site) A semi-systematic commodities and options trading firm building out its Chicago desk, hiring an options QR with a clear path into... ...curve analysis, signal generation, modelling the underlying, rather than...
$200k - $275k
Overview IMC Trading is seeking a Machine Learning Research Lead with proven experience... ..., and engineers to build and continuously... ...a wide range of ML models as well as to perform... ..., development, and deployment of machine learning... ...and Experience PhD or Master’s in Engineering...For phdFull time- Radix Trading is seeking a Quantitative Researcher to leverage strong quantitative skills and coding proficiency to identify trading opportunities. This role offers a unique chance to grow through impactful projects and collaborations without necessitating a background...For phd
$200k - $275k
A trading technology firm in Chicago is seeking a Machine Learning Research Lead to develop a centralized ML environment. This role... ...leading the design and deployment of ML models to enhance trading performance... ...The ideal candidate holds a PhD or Master’s in a quantitative...For phdFull time- ...Securities invites high-potential graduates to join a structured Quant Researcher program in Chicago, with an initial London training period. You will work on automated trading algorithms, pricing models, and data-driven research. After training, you return to Chicago...
- ...join a semi-systematic commodities and options trading desk, building out its Chicago presence. This is a research seat with a clear path into trading. Around a year... ...on vol curve analysis, signal generation, and modelling the underlying assets. The role emphasizes research...
- About Akuna Akuna Capital is an innovative trading firm with a strong focus on collaboration... ..., trading strategies, and mathematical models. Our Founding Partners first conceptualized... ...risk limits Work with our technology and quant teams to ensure existing algorithms are...Work at office
- Quant Blueprint LLC is seeking a Quantitative Researcher to join our team in Chicago. You will analyze massive data sets to uncover patterns and apply machine learning techniques to develop trading models. The ideal candidate has a strong background in mathematics or statistics...
- ...exceptional graduates to join the Graduate Quant Researcher Program in Chicago, with an initial... ...derivatives pricing, and contribute to live trading projects. Selected candidates undergo a... ...and then rotate on two projects in Chicago, building real-world #J-18808-Ljbffr MavenRelocation package
- IMC Trading is seeking a Senior Quantitative Researcher to join the options quant team. You will lead projects and mentor juniors, contributing to the development of innovative trading models. Core responsibilities include evaluating existing algorithms, identifying improvements...
$200k
...a proprietary trading firm specializing... ...together to build and support the... ...using quantitative research and machine... ...algorithmic trading models from ideation... ...production deployment· Analyze market... ...Collaborate with quant researchers and... ...book· BA/BS/MS/PhD degree in Computer...For phdFull time$145k
...Capital is an innovative trading firm with a strong focus on... ...strategies, and mathematical models. Our Founding... ...Quantitative Trading and Research team is looking to add Quant Strategists to a team of mathematicians... ...Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degree in a technical...For phdWork at office$190k - $290k
...prototype and validate new research directions across formal methods, safety, and model interpretability. The... ...translating ideas into deployable systems. Chicago, IL... ...The Role What You Will Build Advance formal verification... ...Qualifications PhD or equivalent research...For phdFull timeRemote work$200k - $225k
We are deploying machine learning directly... ...setups in trading. Now, we're expanding... ..., quantitative researchers, and software... ...translate ML models into efficient... ...Research and build cutting-edge techniques... ...degree (MS or PhD) in Electrical... ..., our talented quant researchers,...For phdPermanent employmentFull time
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