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# Quantitative Researcher (Ph.D.) - 2027 Graduate Program - (August Start) at Old Mission

Department: University

Compensation

$175,000 – $250,000/yr

**Location**
: Chicago, Illinois

**Type**
: Full-time

**Level**
: senior

**Posted**
: Jul 30, 2026

## Description

Old Mission is hiring a Quantitative Researcher (Ph.D.) for its Chicago office to support its options trading group. The role focuses on pricing volatility-based derivatives, improving and extending options pricing models, developing Python research infrastructure, analyzing market and microstructure data, and collaborating with traders to generate trading ideas. Candidates must have a master's or Ph.D. in a quantitative discipline, strong derivatives and volatility modeling knowledge, and proficiency in Python and C++. The position offers a base salary of $175,000 to $250,000, medical, dental, and vision insurance, and other benefits.

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