Blockchain Research Analyst

Role Overview

We are seeking a Blockchain Research Analyst to join our team in a web3-focused environment. As a Blockchain Research Analyst, you will play a crucial role in conducting market research, analysing industry trends, and providing insights on the blockchain ecosystem. Your primary focus will be on gathering data and conducting in-depth quantitative analysis, and producing reports that drive informed decision-making in the rapidly evolving blockchain industry.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive market research on the blockchain industry, including cryptocurrencies, decentralised applications (dApps), decentralised finance (DeFi), and emerging blockchain technologies
• Stay up-to-date with the latest developments and innovations in the web3 space, monitoring industry trends, regulatory changes, and competitor activities
• Gather and analyse data from various sources, such as blockchain explorers, industry reports, whitepapers, and news articles, to generate insights on market dynamics and opportunities
• Produce in-depth reports, presentations, and briefings that provide valuable insights and recommendations to internal stakeholders and clients
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand their research needs and provide timely and relevant information to support decision-making
• Monitor and analyse key metrics, such as market capitalisation, trading volumes, and user adoption rates, to assess the health and growth of blockchain projects and the overall ecosystem
• Identify and evaluate potential investment opportunities and partnerships in the blockchain space, providing due diligence reports and risk assessments
• Act as a subject matter expert on blockchain and web3 technologies, supporting internal teams and clients by sharing knowledge and answering research-related queries
• Continuously enhance research methodologies, exploring new tools and techniques to improve the accuracy and efficiency of data collection and analysis

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience and a deep understanding of the blockchain industry, including cryptocurrencies, smart contracts, and decentralised applications
• Passion for web3 and the decentralised ecosystem, with a strong desire to stay at the forefront of blockchain innovation
• Proven track record in market research, data analysis, and report writing, ideally within the blockchain or related technology sector
• Familiarity with blockchain data sources and analytical tools, such as Dune Dashboard, blockchain explorers, CoinMarketCap, Glassnode, or similar platforms.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to extract insights from complex datasets and communicate them effectively
• Detail-oriented and intellectually curious, with a relentless drive to explore, learn, and uncover new information in the blockchain space
• Self-motivated and able to work independently, managing multiple projects and deadlines effectively
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of presenting research findings and insights to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Remote work capability, comfortable collaborating with a distributed team

Our Perks

• Dynamic and Multi-cultural work environment (15 nationalities and counting!)
• Token and NFT incentive schemes provided by Animoca Brands
• Flat company structure: your ideas get heard by the right people very quickly
• Casual work attire
• Opportunity to get involved in working with various subsidiary brands
• Benefits (Medical / Life)

About Us

Animoca Brands, a Deloitte Tech Fast winner and ranked in the Financial Times list of High Growth Companies Asia-Pacific 2021, is a leader in digital entertainment, blockchain, and gamification that is working to advance digital property rights.

Our growth includes a portfolio of more than 200 investments in NFT-related companies and decentralised projects that are contributing to building the open metaverse, including Axie Infinity, OpenSea, Dapper Labs (NBA Top Shot), Yield Guild Games, Harmony, Alien Worlds, Star Atlas, and others.