Graduate Quantitative Researcher (BS/MS)

IMC B.V.; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 225,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

IMC Trading seeks a Quantitative Researcher in Chicago to contribute to trading strategies by applying advanced mathematical and computational methods. You will collaborate with Traders and Developers, building and deploying models and tools to explore new research ideas.

The role emphasizes rigorous data analysis, teamwork, and problem solving in a high-performance environment. You’ll have opportunities to take ownership from the start and influence production systems.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a highly quantitative degree with strong mathematical background.
• Demonstrated passion for research and problem solving.
• Experience with data analysis and quantitative modeling is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Apply rigorous analytical and quantitative techniques to solve complex problems
• Build custom tools to explore new research ideas
• Design mathematical models based on trading ideas
• Implement and deploy new models into production
• Maintain best practices to keep systems logical and consistent

Skills

Python programming

C

C++

Research mindset

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science

Job description

As a Quantitative Researcher at IMC, your work will directly impact our global trading strategies. You will leverage your superior analytical, mathematical, and computing skills to improve existing models and develop new ones. We will empower you to discover your unique niche and excel, taking on responsibility and ownership from the start. Quantitative Researchers work closely with Traders and Developers in an environment where problem solving, innovation and teamwork are recognized and rewarded.

Your Core Responsibilities:

• Apply rigorous analytical and quantitative techniques to solve complex problems
• Build custom tools to explore new research ideas
• Design mathematical models based upon trading ideas
• Implement and deploy new models into production
• Maintain best practices to keep our systems logical and consistent

Your Skills and Experience:

• Current university student graduating between September 2026 – July 2027 that is pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, or another highly quantitative field
• Has a passion for research and problem solving
• Approaches data analysis with rigorous thought processes and strong intuition
• Is a creative thinker who is driven and eager to solve challenging problems collaboratively
• Proficiency in a programming language (Python, C, C++, etc) is highly desired
• Must be available for full-time employment starting in February or August 2027

Base Salary: $250,000

Please visit Benefits - US | IMC Trading for more comprehensive information.

About Us

IMC is a global trading firm powered by a cutting-edge research environment and a world-class technology backbone. Since 1989, we’ve been a stabilizing force in financial markets, providing essential liquidity upon which market participants depend. Across our offices in the US, Europe, Asia Pacific, and India, our talented quant researchers, engineers, traders, and business operations professionals are united by our uniquely collaborative, high-performance culture, and our commitment to giving back. From entering dynamic new markets to embracing disruptive technologies, and from developing an innovative research environment to diversifying our trading strategies, we dare to continuously innovate and collaborate to succeed.