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Quantitative Research Associate

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Employer: Ronin Capital, LLC
Job title: Quantitative Research Associate
Location: Chicago, IL

Job description:
Ronin Capital is looking to hire a Quantitative Research Associate. The individual in this position will work with other Quantitative Researchers to develop quantitatively based equity, future and option trade algorithms. Associate generally have 2 to 5 years of relevant experience. More experiences candidates may also apply. This position is located in our Chicago, IL office.

Responsibilities of the Quantitative Research Department:

• Generate trading algorithms through data and statistical analysis on financial time series.
• Develop back-testing and simulated trading algorithms.
• Develop other statistically-based trading algorithms as needed.
• Work with software engineers and trading staff to design and implement financial software.
• Work closely with market data and network infrastructure teams as well as quantitative analysis team.
• Optimize current trading strategies/systems and adjust parameters to adapt to changing market conditions.
• Perform related duties as required.

Requirements:

• Experience working with financial data modeling and performing advanced statistical analysis.
• Programming experience in C/C++; knowledge of R, SAS and/or Matlab a plus.
• Proven problem solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet multiple deadlines.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently on assignments with little supervision.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in and contribute to the team atmosphere.
• Interest in the financial markets and trading a plus.

To apply: Interested parties should submit a cover letter and a resume (attached in MS Word or PDF format) via email to recruiting@ronin-capital.com. Cover letters should emphasis any experience dealing with financial time series data and the development of trading algorithms. Please specify “Quantitative Research Associate (Chicago) req. # 161” in the subject in of the email. Principals only, no agencies. No phone calls, please. Please visit our Website at Ronin-Capital.com for more details.View the article
 
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