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Graduate Quantitative Researcher (PhD)
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IMC
Chicago, IL (In Person)
$250,000 Salary, Full-Time
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Sign in with Google Use your Google account to sign into efinancialcareers. Sign in with Google Sign in with Google. Opens in new tab Graduate Quantitative Researcher (PhD) IMC Chicago, United States Apply now Save Posted 19 hours ago Permanent Competitive Graduate Quantitative Researcher (PhD) IMC Chicago, United States Apply now Save Graduate Quantitative Researcher (PhD) 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 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 consistentYour Skills and Experience:
Current university student graduating between September 2026- July 2027 that is pursuing a PhD 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 You may submit one application per role each year.
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$250,000 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. JobID 4912325101
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