Graduate Quantitative Researcher (PhD)

Quant Blueprint LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 225,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

Quant Blueprint LLC in Chicago is seeking a PhD student in a highly quantitative subject to develop mathematical trading models and custom research tools.

You will use analytical methods to investigate ideas, deploy models with traders and developers, and maintain consistent research systems. This role is a full-time position starting February or August 2027 and located in Chicago.

Qualifications

• PhD student in a highly quantitative subject, graduating Sep 2026–Jul 2027.
• Available to start full time in February or August 2027.
• Research enthusiasm and rigorous data analysis; collaborative problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Develop mathematical trading models and custom research tools.
• Use analytical methods to investigate ideas and deploy models with traders and developers.
• Maintain consistent research systems.

Skills

Python

C/C++

Quantitative research

Data analysis

Education

PhD candidate in a quantitative field

Job description

Develop mathematical trading models and custom research tools. Use analytical methods to investigate ideas, deploy models with traders and developers, and maintain consistent research systems.

Requirements

PhD student in a highly quantitative subject, graduating September 2026–July 2027 and available to start full time in February or August 2027. Research enthusiasm, rigorous data analysis and collaborative problem solving; Python, C or C++ experience is highly desirable.

Programme details

IMC allows one application per role per year and encourages a single best-fit application.

Employer-published base pay

• USD 250,000 / year