PhD Quantitative Researcher: Markets Modeling & Impact

Chicago Trading Company; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 175,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading proprietary trading firm in Chicago is seeking a Systematic Quantitative Researcher with a PhD in relevant fields to enhance their innovative trading capabilities. The candidate will analyze financial data, build predictive models, and collaborate closely with trading and technology teams. The ideal individual will possess advanced Python programming skills and a strong track record in quantitative research. This full-time position offers a competitive salary range of $175,000 to $200,000, plus potential bonuses.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to conduct independent, high-quality research.
• Exceptional ability to communicate complex ideas and research results, both in writing and verbally.
• Unwavering commitment to quality, coupled with a drive for delivering commercial outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Analyze market data to develop economic and microstructure hypotheses.
• Build predictive models to describe financial markets.
• Contribute to the improvement of research and trading infrastructure.

Skills

Analytical prowess

Programming skills

Ability to communicate complex ideas

Expertise in quantitative modeling techniques

Track record of publications

Advanced Python programming

Education

PhD in Science or Engineering fields

Tools

Python

C++

NumPy

Pandas

Job description

A leading proprietary trading firm in Chicago is seeking a Systematic Quantitative Researcher with a PhD in relevant fields to enhance their innovative trading capabilities. The candidate will analyze financial data, build predictive models, and collaborate closely with trading and technology teams. The ideal individual will possess advanced Python programming skills and a strong track record in quantitative research. This full-time position offers a competitive salary range of $175,000 to $200,000, plus potential bonuses.