Graduate Quant Researcher 2027 - Chicago

About the role

Maven Securities offers a Graduate Quant Researcher Program starting September 2027 in Chicago, with initial training in London. The program combines technical training, project rotations, and hands-on experience in quantitative research and trading algorithm development.

Program Details

• Location: Chicago with initial 7-week training in London
• Start date: September 6, 2027
• Application deadline: Rolling basis
• Base salary: $150,000-$175,000 depending on education and experience
• Includes travel, accommodation, and relocation support
• Structured onboarding with clear learning milestones

Responsibilities

• Design and improve automated trading algorithms
• Build quantitative pricing models like American Option Pricing
• Research and analyze trading data for opportunities
• Apply academic research to real-world financial data
• Use and master Maven’s in-house tools and systems
• Collaborate with UK counterparts and senior stakeholders

Training and Development

• 7-week technical and professional skills training in London
• Led by Maven’s Head of Technology Training & Graduates
• Focus on financial markets, quant research, and AI technologies
• Regular check-ins with Quant Researcher and Emerging Talent teams
• Dedicated learning and development budget and online platform access
• Paired with a Maven buddy for support and guidance

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in applied math, statistics, engineering, or physics
• Programming experience in Python, C++, or C#
• Interest in quantitative research, financial markets, and trading
• Motivated to improve trading strategies and identify opportunities
• Willingness to adopt emerging AI technologies
• Entrepreneurial, critical thinker, agile learner, collaborative, and results-focused

Benefits

• 25 days PTO plus US national holidays
• Private medical, dental, eye care, life assurance, and retirement plans
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness benefits including gym access
• Discretionary annual bonus and learning budget
• Frequent social events and daily breakfast with lunch allowance
• Enhanced family-friendly policies including parental and fertility leave