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My client, an Investment Management firm in Chicago is seeking a Quantitative Modelling and Research Associate to join their Quantitative Research team! This individual would be responsible for the research, design, development, and optimizations of proprietary trading models. As a Quant Modelling/Research Associate, you would leverage your Python and/or R skillset to develop a wide range of quantitative and financial models. Who are you?
- Master's or PhD in Financial Engineers, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, or closely related field
- OR Bachelor's degree with at least 2 years of professional quantitative modelling experience
- Proficient experience developing in Python and/or R
- Experience with quantitative and financial modelling
- Understanding of MySQL databases (SQL as well)
- Experience with regression and performance testing
- Understanding and passion for financial markets (derivatives would be ideal!)
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with a small team
- Research, design, development of in-house trading models
- Build and maintain quantitative models
- Analysis of financial and economic data
- New model and trading strategy development
- Legacy model optimization and evolution
- Research long-range trends in financial markets, specially within the securities markets
- Collaborate with engineers to implement models
- Temporary remote working capabilities for approved locations within the US with expectation to be On-Site in Chicago (once offices are re-opened).
- This position is NOT eligible for C2C, C2H, or Visa sponsorship. Ability to work for any US employer required.
- This is a full-time, direct hire opportunity located in the Greater Chicagoland area.
- Must apply with an updated resume to be considered.
Vacancy expired!