Aeir · 3 hours ago

Senior Researcher

New York, United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level

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Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive analysis of emerging DeFi protocols and products, focusing on Risk Modeling, Mechanism Design and parameter optimization.

Analyze financial data to draw out insights specific to protocol requirements, leveraging key metrics for various analyses.

Develop and deliver professional reports with organized data for clients and the broader community.

Write formal, rigorous research papers that contribute to the body of knowledge in the DeFi space and support the decision-making process for clients and stakeholders.

Engage with clients during the pre-sale phase to understand their needs and develop strategic research plans.

Host regular progress meetings with clients, providing updates and insights on research developments.

Collaborate with the Chaos Labs product team to recommend data and features for the Chaos Risk Observability and Monitoring portal, enhancing its utility for protocols and communities.

Qualification

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Economic ResearchRisk AnalysisData AnalysisSmart Contract CodePython ScriptingDeFi Protocols

Required

Proven experience in economic research, risk analysis, or a related field, with a preference for candidates with DeFi space exposure.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a solid history of conducting data-driven research.

Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of compiling and presenting research findings and writing formal research papers.

Team player with the ability to work with clients and internal teams to refine product offerings.

Proficient in reading and a strong understanding of smart contract code.

Comfortable running and modifying Python scripts, and capable of writing basic Python scripts for data fetching and normalization for research purposes.

Knowledge of DeFi protocols, financial markets, and black-swan events is highly desirable.