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Director of Research

New York, NY

About Messari.

Messari is the leading provider of crypto market intelligence products that help professionals navigate crypto/Web3 with confidence. We bring transparency and smarter qualitative and quantitative analytics to the industry by combining a global research database with a comprehensive suite of data visualization and asset discovery tools. We help drive smarter participation in crypto from individuals and institutions alike.
 
The name “Messari” came from the Franciscan monks who declared "clean books" a moral imperative during the renaissance and pushed merchants to use proper accounting methods.  This led to the flourishing of investment via "trust but verify" methods and industry growth throughout Europe. That's what we aim to do. Provide participants, investors, builders, platforms, and everyone else with reliable information to better participate in the crypto ecosystem.
 
Our users range from some of the most prominent analysts, investors, and crypto individuals to top organizations including Coinbase, BitGo, Anchorage, 0x, Chainanalysis, Ledger, Compound, MakerDAO, and many more.

The Role

As the Director of Research at Messari, you will lead a team of best-in-class crypto-native analysts responsible for producing insightful, thesis-driven research. This role demands a leader with a deep understanding of the crypto landscape, capable of driving both innovative research initiatives and operational efficiency. Your mandate is to ensure that Messari continues to be recognized as a leader in crypto research, publishing reports that are comprehensive, forward-thinking, and uniquely valuable to our subscribers. You will also play a key role in shaping our research direction and thought leadership, while contributing directly to the content that drives Messari’s market impact.

What You'll Do

  • Content Strategy & Management: Develop and execute a research content strategy that aligns with Messari’s vision and mission, ensuring the delivery of unique, insightful, and timely reports. Oversee the content calendar, balancing coverage between deep insights and timely reports.
  • Lead and Mentor: Foster a culture of excellence by mentoring and coaching analysts, helping them grow into thought leaders while maintaining a collaborative culture.
  • Contribute Original Research: Regularly contribute your own in-depth reports, offering thought leadership, and leveraging your deep expertise to help shape narratives within the industry.
  • Drive Revenue and Retention: Drive conversion and product engagement through various channels, including social media, client-facing reports, and thought pieces.
  • Collaborate Across Teams: Collaborate with product and other research teams to enhance Messari’s offerings and incubate new ones.
  • External Representation: Act as a representative of Messari at industry events, contributing to the firm’s thought leadership, and expanding its influence within the crypto community.
  • Drive Innovation and Growth: Spearhead innovation within the research process, constantly seeking ways to improve the depth and quality of analysis, and leveraging new data and AI tools to maintain Messari’s position as a leader in crypto research and drive resource efficiencies.
  • Team Management: Oversee hiring processes, facilitate individual analyst and team growth, and manage performance through regular feedback and semi-annual reviews.

Who You Are

  • Experienced Analyst: You have a minimum of 5 years in a research role, with a portion of that spent covering crypto. You bring broad sector knowledge and a nuanced understanding of key trends and emerging narratives within the space.
  • Thought Leader: Known for being ahead of the curve, your reputation reflects both early insights and accuracy. You are passionate about shaping and predicting industry trends rather than reacting to them.
  • Exceptional Communicator: With excellent writing and presentation skills, you can distill complex topics into clear, concise, and compelling research reports.
  • Crypto Native: You are deeply embedded in the crypto ecosystem, understanding on-chain activities and staying up to date with the latest developments. You are considered a crypto insider.
  • Visionary and Collaborative: You thrive in an environment where learning, debate, and collaboration are key drivers of success. You are dedicated to producing research that not only informs but also helps clients capitalize on market opportunities.

What You'll Love About Messari

We understand in order for you to do your best work, you need the resources to stay healthy, recharge, and feel like you have ownership in the future we are building.

Benefits:

  • Competitive Salary and Employee Stock Options: We value your contributions to our success, offering competitive pay and stock options so you can share in our growth!
  • 401(k) with 3% Match: Invest in your future with confidence—enjoy a 3% company match on your 401(k) contributions.
  • Flexible Time Off: No accruals, no limits—take the time you need when you need it. Just coordinate with your team, and enjoy!
  • Health, Dental, & Vision: Your well-being matters—Messari covers 80% of health, dental, and vision insurance costs to keep you covered!
  • Insurance & Savings: We offer an FSA for pretax healthcare savings, company-paid life insurance (1x salary), and short- and long-term disability coverage to keep you protected.
  • Paid Parental Leave: Care for your growing family with 18 weeks for primary caregivers and 4 weeks for secondary caregivers.

Perks:

  • WeWork Access: Enjoy a WeWork All Access Pass for flexible, collaborative workspaces wherever you need them.
  • Remote & Flexible Work: Balance work and life your way—work from home or join us at our New York office. Plus, get a $500 stipend to set up your home workspace.
  • Community & Social Events: At Messari, we work hard and support each other. Enjoy fun events to relax, connect, and celebrate as a team!
  • Learning & Development: Invest in your growth with a $1,000 annual stipend for professional development and continued education.
  • Health & Wellness Perks: Prioritize your well-being with an annual Rest Week and Recharge Week for all employees, plus Health Advocacy support through our Employee Assistance Plan.

Join A Global Team 

We believe in building services that help people around the world engage with crypto and seek out talent that can broaden how we build for a diverse, global audience. At Messari, we welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, socioeconomic status, religion, age, marital or parental status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Salary Range: $180,000 - $210,000 + equity + bonus

*Individual pay decisions are based on a number of factors, including qualifications for the role, relevant work experience, skillset, internal equity, and other factors consistent with applicable law. 

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