Fixed Income Quant Researcher: Bond Modeling & Signals

Old Mission; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 175,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance

Fully stocked kitchen; free breakfast and lunch every day

Tuition Reimbursement Program

401(k) with employer match

Paid Vacation, Sick, and Parental leaves

Commuter and Flexible Spending Program

Job summary

Old Mission in Chicago is seeking a Quantitative Researcher to join its Fixed Income team. The role involves performing data analysis on market datasets, developing quantitative models for bonds and commodities, and contributing to trade execution processes.

The ideal candidate will possess an advanced degree, strong programming skills, and a passion for the financial markets, particularly US corporate bonds. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a quantitative field, preferably a Ph.D.
• Exceptional mathematical and programming skills, particularly in Python or R.
• Passion for financial markets and strong problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform exploratory data analysis on market datasets.
• Research and develop quantitative models for bonds and commodities.
• Contribute to trade execution development.

Skills

Advanced degree in a quantitative field

Proficiency in Python, VBA, or R

Strong quantitative and analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Experience in US corporate bonds

Experience with credit pricing models

Education

Ph.D. in engineering, statistics, mathematics or a hard science

Job description

Old Mission in Chicago is seeking a Quantitative Researcher to join its Fixed Income team. The role involves performing data analysis on market datasets, developing quantitative models for bonds and commodities, and contributing to trade execution processes.

The ideal candidate will possess an advanced degree, strong programming skills, and a passion for the financial markets, particularly US corporate bonds. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.