Graduate Machine Learning Researcher: Trading AI Scientist
imcChicago (IL)
Graduate Machine Learning Researcher: Trading AI Scientist
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imcChicago (IL)
Computer and Information Research ScientistsResearch and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences
SENIORITY
Senior
About the role
IMC is seeking a Graduate Machine Learning Researcher in Chicago to push frontier ML research for trading applications. You will design, implement, and evaluate models that can be deployed into production to support global equities, futures, and options strategies. You will collaborate with Traders, Researchers, and Engineers, publish findings, and contribute to a rigorous experimentation culture. A PhD and strong ML background are required, with availability to start in Feb or Aug 2027.
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