Graduate Quantitative Researcher — Build & Deploy Models

IMC B.V.; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 213,000 - 325,000; Full time

Job summary

IMC in Chicago seeks a Quantitative Researcher to enhance and build models for global trading strategies. You will leverage rigorous analysis and computing skills to improve existing models and develop new ones, taking ownership from day one.

ACademically strong candidates with a PhD track in a highly quantitative field, and programming proficiency in Python/C/C++ are highly valued. The role emphasizes collaboration with Traders and Developers and offers base salary with discretionary bonus.

Qualifications

• PhD student graduating between Sept 2026–Jul 2027 in a quantitative field.
• Strong research and problem-solving mindset.
• Proficiency in Python, C, or C++ desirable.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Python/C/C++ programming

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Pursuing PhD in a highly quantitative field

Job description

IMC in Chicago seeks a Quantitative Researcher to enhance and build models for global trading strategies. You will leverage rigorous analysis and computing skills to improve existing models and develop new ones, taking ownership from day one.

ACademically strong candidates with a PhD track in a highly quantitative field, and programming proficiency in Python/C/C++ are highly valued. The role emphasizes collaboration with Traders and Developers and offers base salary with discretionary bonus.