Remote Blockchain Researcher: Innovate & Impact

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 1,643,000 - 2,629,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Cutting-edge research tools

Health and wellness benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Blockchain Researcher to join a fully remote innovation hub. The role focuses on exploring new protocols, consensus mechanisms, and practical applications, shaping strategic decisions in decentralized tech from anywhere in the world.

The candidate will publish findings, develop proofs-of-concept, and collaborate with engineering and product teams to translate research into actionable strategies, with emphasis on analytical rigor and communication.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in blockchain research or related field.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Experience with programming languages relevant to blockchain research (Python, C++).
• Familiarity with academic research methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth research on emerging blockchain technologies, protocols, and trends.
• Analyze the technical and economic implications of new blockchain developments.
• Develop proofs-of-concept and prototypes to validate research findings.
• Publish research papers and present findings to internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams to translate research into actionable strategies.
• Monitor the competitive landscape and identify potential threats and opportunities.

Skills

Blockchain research

Analytical thinking

Communication of findings

Python

C++

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in CS/Math/related field

Tools

Python

C++

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Blockchain Researcher to join a fully remote innovation hub. The role focuses on exploring new protocols, consensus mechanisms, and practical applications, shaping strategic decisions in decentralized tech from anywhere in the world.

The candidate will publish findings, develop proofs-of-concept, and collaborate with engineering and product teams to translate research into actionable strategies, with emphasis on analytical rigor and communication.