PhD Quant Researcher: Build & Deploy Trading Models

ittihad medical centre; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 225,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Paid leave

Insurance benefits

Job summary

ittihad medical centre is looking for a Quantitative Researcher in Chicago, Illinois. In this role, you will apply advanced analytical and quantitative techniques to enhance our trading strategies and develop new models. Ideal candidates are PhD students graduating between September 2026 – July 2027 in relevant fields.

The position offers a base salary of $250,000, eligibility for a discretionary bonus, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment focused on innovation.

Qualifications

• Must be a current university student graduating between September 2026 – July 2027.
• Has a passion for research and problem solving.
• Approachable with rigorous thought processes and strong intuition.

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.

Skills

Analytical skills

Mathematical skills

Programming (Python, C, C++)

Problem solving

Collaborative thinking

Education

PhD in Mathematics, Engineering, Statistics, Physics, or Computer Science

Job description

ittihad medical centre is looking for a Quantitative Researcher in Chicago, Illinois. In this role, you will apply advanced analytical and quantitative techniques to enhance our trading strategies and develop new models. Ideal candidates are PhD students graduating between September 2026 – July 2027 in relevant fields.

The position offers a base salary of $250,000, eligibility for a discretionary bonus, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment focused on innovation.