Lead Researcher, Crypto (UK)

at  Bjak

ABOUT BJAK

Bjak is focused on providing access to affordable and sustainable financial services for people in ASEAN. Headquartered in Malaysia, Bjak is the largest insurance portal in Southeast Asia. Our main portal, Bjak.com, helps millions find the insurance policy with the best value and highest coverage for them. Our investments in technology such as Custom API, blockchain, trading systems, and data science enable easy access to financial services that were previously inaccessible or difficult to understand. Our core strengths lie in navigating the most complex regulations and environments, creating some of the most innovative products in the world. For instance, we are the first platform globally to simplify and offer investment-linked life and health insurance online, coupled with an instant talk-to-agent service.

REQUIREMENTS

• Solid experience in blockchain research
• Proven track record of producing high-quality research reports and analysis.
• Strong understanding of blockchain protocols, smart contracts, and distributed ledger technologies.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts clearly and concisely.
• Ability to synthesize a wide range of data and insights into a coherent framework that facilitates in-depth understanding of blockchain technologies.
• Resourceful, curious, and able to think critically and independently.
• Strong data analysis skills and familiarity with blockchain metrics and data sources.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of SQL and Python for data extraction and analysis.
• Experience in conducting valuations and financial analysis within the blockchain space.
• Familiarity with the landscape for blockchain and cryptocurrencies worldwide

• Conduct comprehensive research and analysis on blockchain technologies, trends, and their impact on the financial services sector.
• Develop and publish in-depth research reports that provide unique insights and actionable recommendations.
• Formulate original theses on blockchain trends and technologies, using these as the foundation for your research.
• Stay abreast of key developments in the blockchain space, with the ability to produce timely reports as needed.
• Engage with industry stakeholders, including investors, developers, and other professionals, to gather insights and validate research findings.
• Collaborate with the broader research team to ensure alignment and coherence in research outputs.
• Represent the company at industry events and on social media platforms, enhancing the company’s visibility and reputation in the blockchain community.