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Senior Quantitative Researcher roles qualify for EB-2 green card sponsorship when the position requires an advanced degree in mathematics, statistics, or a quantitative field. Employers file a PERM labor certification with DOL before submitting the I-140 petition to USCIS. Finding firms with active sponsorship history is the first step toward permanent residency.
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Chicago Trading Company (CTC) is a premier proprietary trading firm specializing in options market making. Our collaborative culture fuels innovation in quantitative research, systematic trading strategies, and cutting-edge trading technology. For over three decades CTC has provided critical liquidity across derivatives exchanges worldwide - making them fairer, more transparent, and more efficient. We strive to be the most innovative firm in the industry today, tomorrow, and long into the future while upholding ethical excellence. We believe that CTC makes a positive impact on the markets, the lives of our employees, and all the communities to which we belong. Started in 1995 by a team of forward-thinking Traders, we are proud to call ourselves an industry leader that keeps making markets and each other better. We are seeking a Senior Quantitative Researcher to join a growing delta-one systematic trading team. This role is focused on alpha research, signal development, and model building across liquid futures and related products, spanning time horizons from high-frequency microstructure to medium-frequency cross-product alpha. The ideal candidate brings deep statistical and empirical research skills with a demonstrated ability to develop, evaluate, and deploy systematic signals and models that generate durable trading edge. This is an opportunity to work directly on high-impact research problems across multiple products and time horizons, partnering closely with traders, researchers, and engineers to translate research into live trading impact.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead alpha research across delta-one products — from signal ideation and backtesting through strategy iteration, production handoff, and ongoing monitoring
Develop predictive signals and models spanning high-frequency microstructure, intraday, and medium-frequency opportunities
Analyze signal performance, strategy attribution, and model behavior to identify improvements as market conditions evolve
Contribute to delta hedging, execution, and pricing research that improves trading performance across the firm
Collaborate with traders and engineers to improve research infrastructure, simulation quality, and data pipelines
Mentor junior researchers and help raise the quality and rigor of the research process
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
5+ years of experience in quantitative research, systematic trading, market making, or a closely related environment, with a demonstrated track record of developing signals, models, or analytics with measurable trading impact
Strong statistical intuition and advanced Python proficiency, with hands-on experience working with large market datasets and designing rigorous backtests and simulations
Deep understanding of market microstructure, execution, risk, and the practical challenges of moving research into production
Ability to generate independent hypotheses and collaborate effectively with traders, researchers, and engineers
Clear communicator with high ownership, intellectual curiosity, and a bias toward thorough, repeatable research
Advanced degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field preferred
COMPENSATION
The salary range for this role is listed below. This role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. The discretionary bonus will be dependent upon the individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, and firm performance.
Salary Range: $225,000—$250,000 USD
Most teams at CTC, with the exception of Trading, follow a hybrid workplace model, subject to change based on business need.
OUR BENEFITS
We strongly believe in the well-being of our employees and their families so we offer outstanding benefits to support you both professionally and personally. These benefits include generous time off, insurance coverage, paid parental leave, free breakfast and lunch (plus healthy snacks, of course), wellness reimbursement, and a variety of other benefits focused on providing the best employee experience. (Disclaimer: interns and contractors are not eligible for benefits at CTC)
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION
At CTC, we aim to cultivate a workplace that celebrates diversity and each person feels included, engaged and empowered. Where each of us feels we belong. We are committed to having a diverse workforce and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. CTC does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to apply for a position, please contact us at info@chicagotrading.com. Note that emails sent to this email account for non-disability related issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.
USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)
Information submitted by job applicants may be subject to review and analysis by automated systems, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), as part of the recruitment process. Such systems are utilized to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of our hiring procedures. Applicants are advised that any information provided may be evaluated by AI tools to ensure an equitable and thorough assessment.
COMPENSATION
The salary range for this role is listed below. This role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. The discretionary bonus will be dependent upon the individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, and firm performance.
INTRODUCTION
Chicago Trading Company (CTC) is a premier proprietary trading firm specializing in options market making. Our collaborative culture fuels innovation in quantitative research, systematic trading strategies, and cutting-edge trading technology. For over three decades CTC has provided critical liquidity across derivatives exchanges worldwide - making them fairer, more transparent, and more efficient. We strive to be the most innovative firm in the industry today, tomorrow, and long into the future while upholding ethical excellence. We believe that CTC makes a positive impact on the markets, the lives of our employees, and all the communities to which we belong. Started in 1995 by a team of forward-thinking Traders, we are proud to call ourselves an industry leader that keeps making markets and each other better. We are seeking a Senior Quantitative Researcher to join a growing delta-one systematic trading team. This role is focused on alpha research, signal development, and model building across liquid futures and related products, spanning time horizons from high-frequency microstructure to medium-frequency cross-product alpha. The ideal candidate brings deep statistical and empirical research skills with a demonstrated ability to develop, evaluate, and deploy systematic signals and models that generate durable trading edge. This is an opportunity to work directly on high-impact research problems across multiple products and time horizons, partnering closely with traders, researchers, and engineers to translate research into live trading impact.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead alpha research across delta-one products — from signal ideation and backtesting through strategy iteration, production handoff, and ongoing monitoring
Develop predictive signals and models spanning high-frequency microstructure, intraday, and medium-frequency opportunities
Analyze signal performance, strategy attribution, and model behavior to identify improvements as market conditions evolve
Contribute to delta hedging, execution, and pricing research that improves trading performance across the firm
Collaborate with traders and engineers to improve research infrastructure, simulation quality, and data pipelines
Mentor junior researchers and help raise the quality and rigor of the research process
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
5+ years of experience in quantitative research, systematic trading, market making, or a closely related environment, with a demonstrated track record of developing signals, models, or analytics with measurable trading impact
Strong statistical intuition and advanced Python proficiency, with hands-on experience working with large market datasets and designing rigorous backtests and simulations
Deep understanding of market microstructure, execution, risk, and the practical challenges of moving research into production
Ability to generate independent hypotheses and collaborate effectively with traders, researchers, and engineers
Clear communicator with high ownership, intellectual curiosity, and a bias toward thorough, repeatable research
Advanced degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field preferred
COMPENSATION
The salary range for this role is listed below. This role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. The discretionary bonus will be dependent upon the individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, and firm performance.
Salary Range: $225,000—$250,000 USD
Most teams at CTC, with the exception of Trading, follow a hybrid workplace model, subject to change based on business need.
OUR BENEFITS
We strongly believe in the well-being of our employees and their families so we offer outstanding benefits to support you both professionally and personally. These benefits include generous time off, insurance coverage, paid parental leave, free breakfast and lunch (plus healthy snacks, of course), wellness reimbursement, and a variety of other benefits focused on providing the best employee experience. (Disclaimer: interns and contractors are not eligible for benefits at CTC)
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION
At CTC, we aim to cultivate a workplace that celebrates diversity and each person feels included, engaged and empowered. Where each of us feels we belong. We are committed to having a diverse workforce and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. CTC does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to apply for a position, please contact us at info@chicagotrading.com. Note that emails sent to this email account for non-disability related issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.
USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)
Information submitted by job applicants may be subject to review and analysis by automated systems, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), as part of the recruitment process. Such systems are utilized to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of our hiring procedures. Applicants are advised that any information provided may be evaluated by AI tools to ensure an equitable and thorough assessment.
COMPENSATION
The salary range for this role is listed below. This role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. The discretionary bonus will be dependent upon the individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, and firm performance.
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Verify your degree aligns with EB-2 requirements
EB-2 requires an advanced degree directly related to the role. A master's or PhD in statistics, financial mathematics, or econometrics will satisfy USCIS; a general business degree paired with unrelated experience typically won't. Get a credential evaluation before you apply.
Target firms with PERM filing history
Search OFLC's public disclosure data for employers who have filed PERM applications for quantitative research or related SOC codes. Firms that have completed PERM before understand the timeline and are far less likely to withdraw sponsorship mid-process.
Use Migrate Mate to filter sponsoring employers
Searching broadly for quant roles wastes time if the firm has never filed an I-140. Migrate Mate lets you filter Senior Quantitative Researcher positions by employers with documented green card sponsorship history, so every application you send is already pre-screened for viability.
Ask employers about PERM recruitment timing early
PERM requires the employer to complete a supervised recruitment process before DOL will certify the application. Raise this in second-round interviews, not after signing an offer. Firms without an immigration counsel relationship may underestimate the six-to-twelve month preparation window.
Distinguish EB-2 NIW self-petition from employer sponsorship
Senior Quantitative Researchers with a strong publication record or work benefiting U.S. national interests may qualify for an EB-2 National Interest Waiver, which bypasses PERM entirely. This is a separate track from employer-sponsored EB-2 and lets you self-petition through USCIS without a job offer.
Prepare a technical credentials package before interviews
PERM audit responses require detailed documentation of your qualifications. Assemble degree transcripts, published research, and employer letters confirming your specialized methodology before you start negotiating offers so you're not scrambling when the employer's immigration attorney requests them.
Green Card Senior Quantitative Researcher: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Senior Quantitative Researcher role typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most Senior Quantitative Researcher positions qualify for EB-2 because employers routinely require a master's or PhD in a quantitative discipline as a minimum requirement. If the posted job description specifies only a bachelor's degree, the role falls into EB-3 instead. The degree requirement stated in the PERM application controls which category applies, so the exact job description language matters considerably.
How does the green card process differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa grants temporary status for up to six years and is subject to an annual lottery. EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency with no lottery and no annual renewal cycle. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification, I-140 approval, and adjustment of status can take two to four years, longer for applicants from India or China due to priority date backlogs.
What is the PERM process and how does it affect my job search?
PERM is the DOL labor certification that employers must complete before filing your I-140 immigrant visa petition with USCIS. The employer advertises the position, documents that no qualified U.S. worker applied, and files with DOL for certification. This process typically takes six to twelve months before USCIS even sees your petition, so you need an employer who is prepared to start early and committed to seeing it through.
How can I find Senior Quantitative Researcher jobs where the employer will sponsor a green card?
Most job postings don't clearly state green card sponsorship availability, which makes filtering by employer filing history the most reliable method. Migrate Mate surfaces Senior Quantitative Researcher roles specifically from employers with documented employment-based sponsorship activity, saving you from investing months in conversations with firms that have never navigated the PERM process.
Can I negotiate the green card sponsorship commitment when I receive a job offer?
Yes, and the timing matters. Raise sponsorship during the offer stage, not after you've started. Ask specifically whether the firm has immigration counsel on retainer, what their typical PERM start timeline looks like after hire, and whether the offer letter will reference green card sponsorship. Firms experienced with quantitative research hiring usually have a standard process and will confirm these details directly.