Quantitative Researcher (Experienced - Ph.D.)

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Quantitative Researcher (Experienced - Ph.D.) Chicago, IL, United States Old Mission is a global proprietary trading firm that leverages state-of-the-art technology and research to identify and execute profitable trading strategies across multiple asset classes around the world. Our offices in Chicago, New York, and London are all composed of naturally-curious individuals who thrive in a team environment and constantly strive for improvement. Old Mission does not seek capital from outside investors, allowing us the flexibility to aggressively invest in our team members and keep them engaged in the firm's growth. About the Position We are actively seeking a Quantitative Researcher (Ph.D.) to join our Chicago office. In this role, you will collaborate directly with our options trading group, contributing to the enhancement of existing pricing models, and spearheading the development of cutting-edge models and tools. The primary focus will be on efficiently pricing volatility-based derivatives across diverse asset classes. As a key member of the team, you will actively participate in the options research idea generation process and may also take the lead in expanding the capabilities of the quant team to further enhance the options desk. Responsibilities - Conceptualize and implement cutting-edge derivative pricing models for single-asset derivatives, as well as pricing models for widely traded equity volatility products such as variance swaps, volatility swaps, and VIX options. - Evaluate existing options pricing models, scrutinizing aspects such as calibration accuracy and Greeks stability to identify any anomalies. Investigate and propose enhancements to address identified issues. - Develop more resilient

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