Chicago Trading Company
PhD Quantitative Researcher - Systematic
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PhD Quantitative Researcher - Systematic
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Chicago Trading Company
CTC is a cutting-edge proprietary trading firm with a long‑term vision and a clear focus on helping the world price and manage risk. Our fun and trusting culture inspires us to solve the industry's most challenging problems and take calculated risks in a collaborative environment.
The role: Quantitative research is a key driver of innovation at CTC. As a Quantitative Researcher, you’ll work closely with traders, engineers, and other researchers on quantitative problem‑solving, trading strategy generation, back‑testing, statistical analysis, and system design.
What We're Looking For We are seeking a researcher who blends academic rigor with practical application in our fast‑paced trading environment. The ideal candidate will have analytical prowess, programming skills, and an eye for business, driving innovation and results.
Responsibilities
Analyze market data to develop economic and microstructure hypotheses.
Build predictive and explanatory models to describe financial markets.
Add revenue by applying thorough research processes to real‑life business problems.
Contribute to ongoing improvement of research and trading infrastructure.
Qualifications
PhD in Science or Engineering fields (e.g., Statistics, Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, or Operations Research).
Proven ability to conduct independent, high‑quality research.
Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
Unwavering commitment to quality, coupled with a drive for delivering commercial outcomes.
Expertise in quantitative modeling techniques on large, complex datasets.
Strong track record of publications in an industry setting.
Advanced Python programming skills.
Nice to Have
Proficiency in C++.
Experience in financial markets.
Experience using NumPy and Pandas libraries.
Experience with the software development lifecycle.
Compensation The salary range for this role is $200,000—$225,000 USD. The role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, dependent on skills, experience, qualifications, and firm performance.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion At CTC, we cultivate a workplace that celebrates diversity and inclusion. We are a proud equal opportunity employer and provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities.
If you have a disability and need accommodation, contact
info@chicagotrading.com .
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Information submitted may be subject to review by automated systems, including AI, as part of the recruitment process.
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PhD Quantitative Researcher - Systematic
role at
Chicago Trading Company
CTC is a cutting-edge proprietary trading firm with a long‑term vision and a clear focus on helping the world price and manage risk. Our fun and trusting culture inspires us to solve the industry's most challenging problems and take calculated risks in a collaborative environment.
The role: Quantitative research is a key driver of innovation at CTC. As a Quantitative Researcher, you’ll work closely with traders, engineers, and other researchers on quantitative problem‑solving, trading strategy generation, back‑testing, statistical analysis, and system design.
What We're Looking For We are seeking a researcher who blends academic rigor with practical application in our fast‑paced trading environment. The ideal candidate will have analytical prowess, programming skills, and an eye for business, driving innovation and results.
Responsibilities
Analyze market data to develop economic and microstructure hypotheses.
Build predictive and explanatory models to describe financial markets.
Add revenue by applying thorough research processes to real‑life business problems.
Contribute to ongoing improvement of research and trading infrastructure.
Qualifications
PhD in Science or Engineering fields (e.g., Statistics, Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, or Operations Research).
Proven ability to conduct independent, high‑quality research.
Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
Unwavering commitment to quality, coupled with a drive for delivering commercial outcomes.
Expertise in quantitative modeling techniques on large, complex datasets.
Strong track record of publications in an industry setting.
Advanced Python programming skills.
Nice to Have
Proficiency in C++.
Experience in financial markets.
Experience using NumPy and Pandas libraries.
Experience with the software development lifecycle.
Compensation The salary range for this role is $200,000—$225,000 USD. The role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, dependent on skills, experience, qualifications, and firm performance.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion At CTC, we cultivate a workplace that celebrates diversity and inclusion. We are a proud equal opportunity employer and provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities.
If you have a disability and need accommodation, contact
info@chicagotrading.com .
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Information submitted may be subject to review by automated systems, including AI, as part of the recruitment process.
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