Analyst Crypto Research

Unchain Data; Northern, New York (KY, NY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

401(k) retirement savings

Paid time off

Job summary

Alvarez & Marsal is seeking a Crypto Research Analyst to shape thought leadership in digital assets. You will perform in‑depth research, analyze market and on‑chain data, and develop high‑impact reports and visuals for clients and publication.

The role requires a quantitative Bachelor's degree, 1–3 years of experience, and strong Excel/PowerPoint skills, with a passion for crypto and emerging technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a quantitative field.
• 1–3 years of research, financial analysis, or consulting experience.
• Strong understanding of crypto markets, blockchain fundamentals, and digital asset infrastructure.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; graphic design/UI design a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in‑depth research across crypto and digital asset landscape (market structure, token economics, DeFi, infrastructure, stablecoins).
• Develop thought leadership reports, insights, and presentations for publication and client engagement.
• Analyze market/on‑chain data using Excel and crypto data platforms to uncover trends and support conclusions.
• Create visually engaging charts, infographics, and presentations communicating findings clearly.
• Collaborate with senior team to define research priorities and publication cadence.
• Support client engagements requiring crypto market dynamics expertise.

Skills

Crypto markets knowledge

Excel

PowerPoint

Data storytelling

Written communication

On‑chain analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, CS, Data Analytics or related quantitative field

Tools

Dune

Nansen

Glassnode

Token Terminal

Job description

About Alvarez & Marsal

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands‑on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry.

The Team

A&M's Crypto unit is the leading global crypto advisor. With more than 90 offices world‑wide, A&M Crypto provides a wide range of advisory services led by experts in the industry with real‑world experience. We are selected as the key company‑side advisor for more than 80% of the largest crypto restructurings to‑date, including FTX, Celsius, Terra, Genesis and more.

About the Role

We are seeking a Crypto Research Analyst with a deep passion for digital assets, blockchain technology, and the evolving Web3 ecosystem. This role will be instrumental in shaping A&M's thought leadership in the crypto space—producing high‑impact research, insights, and visual analyses that influence industry perspectives.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in‑depth research and analysis across the crypto and digital asset landscape, including market structure, token economics, decentralized finance, infrastructure, stablecoins, institutional adoption, and regulation.
• Develop thought leadership reports, insights, and presentations for publication and client engagement.
• Analyze market and on‑chain data using Excel, blockchain analytics platforms, and open datasets to uncover trends and support strategic conclusions.
• Create visually engaging charts, infographics, and presentations that communicate findings with clarity and impact.
• Collaborate with senior team members to define research priorities, editorial themes, and publication cadence.
• Support client engagements requiring expertise in crypto market dynamics, token models, or data‑driven analysis.
• Stay current on developments in the crypto ecosystem, including market trends, regulatory changes, and technological innovations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Computer Science, Data Analytics, or a related quantitative field.
• 1–3 years of experience in research, financial analysis, consulting, or similar analytical roles.
• Strong understanding of crypto markets, blockchain fundamentals, and digital asset infrastructure.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; experience in graphic design, UI design is a plus.
• Proven ability to translate data into insights through clear writing and visual storytelling.
• Exceptional written communication skills with keen attention to detail.
• Demonstrated passion for crypto and emerging technologies, evidenced through prior research, writing, or engagement in the space.
• Experience with on‑chain analytics or crypto data platforms (e.g., Dune, Nansen, Glassnode, Token Terminal).
• Familiarity with regulatory, institutional, and macroeconomic factors shaping the digital asset market.
• Portfolio of previous research or visual work is strongly preferred.

Benefits

Regular employees working 30 or more hours per week are entitled to healthcare plans, flexible spending and savings accounts, life, AD&D, and disability coverages, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, paid time off including vacation, personal days, sick time, federal holidays, and parental leave.

Compensation

The salary range is $80,000 - $120,000 annually, dependent on education, experience, skills, and geography. A discretionary bonus program is also offered based on individual and firm performance.