About the role
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 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 productionMaintain best practices to keep our systems logical and consistent
Your Skills and Experience:
Current student at a university in the United States or Canada graduating between September 2024 – July 2025 that is pursuing a Masters or PhD 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
About the company
IMC is a leading trading firm, known worldwide for our advanced, low-latency technology and world-class execution capabilities. Over the past 30 years, we’ve been a stabilizing force in the financial markets – providing the essential liquidity our counterparties depend on. Across offices in the US, Europe, and Asia Pacific, our talented employees are united by our entrepreneurial spirit, exceptional culture, and commitment to giving back. It's a strong foundation that allows us to grow and add new capabilities, year after year. From entering dynamic new markets, to developing a state-of-the-art research environment and diversifying our trading strategies, we dare to imagine what could be and work together to make it happen.
