Senior Researcher (Economic, DeFi)

• 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 Severability and Monitoring portal, enhancing its utility for protocols and communities.
  

Requirements

• 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.