Systematic Quantitative Researcher - Phd

Chicago Trading Company

Chicago, United States
On-site
Quantitative problem-solving
Trading strategy generation
Statistical analysis
Quantitative research is a key driver of innovation at CTC and one of the pillars upon which our firm is built

Job Summary

  • Quantitative research is a key driver of innovation at CTC and one of the pillars upon which our firm is built.
  • This includes close partnership with other researchers, traders, and engineers on quantitative problem-solving, trading strategy generation, back-testing, statistical analysis, and system design.
  • We prioritize team matching at the outset of our hiring process, thoughtfully considering which of our two teams (Vol Overlay or Delta Force) offers the best fit for each candidate’s strengths and interests while also aligning to the firm’s highest priority needs.

Matching Summary

Quantitative research is a key driver of innovation at CTC and one of the pillars upon which our firm is built.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • quantitative problem-solving
  • trading strategy generation
  • statistical analysis
  • market data analysis
  • predictive and explanatory models
  • Python programming skills

Nice-to-have

  • academic rigor with practical application
  • intellectual curiosity
  • collaborative innovation
  • eye for business
  • commercial outcomes

Key Requirements

  • PhD in Science or Engineering fields
  • Proven ability to conduct independent research
  • Exceptional communication skills
  • Expertise in quantitative modeling
  • Strong track record of publications
  • Advanced Python programming skills

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