PhD Research Fellow

Uniswap Labs logoUniswap Labs

Apr 25

The Uniswap Protocol is an open-source protocol for providing liquidity and trading ERC20 tokens on Ethereum. It eliminates trusted intermediaries and unnecessary forms of rent extraction, allowing for safe, accessible, and efficient exchange activity. The protocol is non-upgradable and designed to be censorship resistant.

The Uniswap Protocol and the Uniswap Interface were developed by Uniswap Labs.

Uniswap Labs is seeking a PhD candidate or graduate to participate in a 6-month paid fellowship starting in June 2024. 

The Fellow is provided with training and hands-on experience on a research team as well as networking and mentorship opportunities.

The Fellowship:

  • Is open to PhDs or PhD candidates in disciplines related to economics, finance and operations research
  • Will be remote-optional, with the recommended option to be in person in our New York City office

Responsibilities:

  • Work on research projects broadly aligned with your area of study
  • Develop strong industry and company knowledge
  • Work on cutting-edge research projects in market economics, mechanism design, and more
  • Learn about our culture, as well as the benefits and responsibilities of being a member of the firm
  • Receive training designed to help you succeed
  • Receive compensation and benefits

Qualifications:

  • Interest in research topics in decentralized finance, crypto-economics and blockchain in general
  • Ability to independently design and execute research plans to answer conceptual questions
  • Self-starter with a proactive approach and a high level of enthusiasm

Nice to Haves:

  • Love for the unicorns 🦄

To Apply:

Submit your CV and a research statement. Note that the final research projects are subject to change, but we will be flexible enough to ensure the final projects align with the Fellow’s area of study.

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