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Graduate Quantitative Researcher (BS/MS)

Chicago, IL · On-site

$250K/yr

As a Quantitative Researcher at IMC, your work will directly impact our global trading strategies ... Must be available for full-time employment starting in February or August 2027 You may submit one ...

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Quantitative Researcher - Equities

New York, NY · On-site

$250K - $300K/yr

IMC is looking for experienced quantitative researchers to develop high-frequency, low-latency ... Base salary is only one component of total compensation; all full-time, permanent positions are ...

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As of Jul 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time quantitative researcher in the United States is $119,165.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,500.00 and $152,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Quantitative Researcher vs Quantitative Analyst?

AspectFull Time Quantitative ResearcherQuantitative Analyst
CredentialsTypically requires a master's or PhD in a quantitative field (e.g., math, finance, statistics)Similar educational background, often with advanced degrees
Work EnvironmentResearch-focused, often in finance, hedge funds, or asset management firmsFinancial institutions, investment banks, hedge funds
Primary ResponsibilitiesDeveloping models, conducting research, testing strategiesAnalyzing data, building models, supporting trading decisions

Both roles involve quantitative skills and similar educational backgrounds, but Full Time Quantitative Researchers focus more on developing new strategies and conducting in-depth research, while Quantitative Analysts often focus on data analysis and supporting trading activities within financial firms.

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Graduate Quantitative Researcher (BS/MS)

Graduate Quantitative Researcher (BS/MS)

IMC

Chicago, IL • On-site

$250K/yr

Full-time

PTO

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

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 with 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 consistent

Your Skills and Experience:
  • Current university student graduating between September 2026 - July 2027 that is pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's 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. We strongly encourage you to focus on applying to a single role that best matches your skills and interests. Though you may apply to multiple roles, please note that each application will be evaluated based on the specific criteria established for that particular role. If you have already applied for this position during the current recruitment season and were not selected, you may reapply when the next recruitment season begins in 2027.
The Base Salary range for the role is included below. Base salary is only one component of total compensation; all full-time, permanent positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and benefits, including paid leave and insurance. Please visit Benefits - US | IMC Trading for more comprehensive information.
Base Salary: $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.

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