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Maven SecuritiesChicago, ILGraduate
Graduate Quant Researcher 2027 - Chicago
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.
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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
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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
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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
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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