IMC
Graduate Quantitative Researcher (PhD)
$250K
Chicago, United States · Full-time · Posted Jul 1, 2026
- Education
- PhD in Mathematics, Engineering, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, or another highly quantitative field; must be a current student graduating between September 2026 and July 2027.
About the job
Develop and deploy quantitative models and research tools that improve IMC’s global trading strategies.
What you'll do
- Apply analytical and quantitative methods to solve complex problems and explore research ideas with custom tools.
- Design mathematical models based on trading ideas and implement them in production.
- Maintain logical, consistent systems and collaborate with traders and developers.
What they ask for
- Be a current PhD student graduating between September 2026 and July 2027 in Mathematics, Engineering, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, or another highly quantitative field.
- Be available to start full-time employment in February or August 2027.
- Have a passion for research and problem solving, with rigorous data analysis and strong intuition.
- Bring creative, collaborative problem-solving skills.
Nice to have
- Proficiency in a programming language such as Python, C, or C++.
Pay
$250,000 USD base salary
Tools
Python, C, C++
AI focus
The posting describes quantitative modeling and machine learning as part of the firm's broader work, but does not specify AI duties for this role.
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