Research Fellow

About PIP Labs

PIP Labs is a research and engineering company focused on decentralized technologies, intellectual property (IP), and artificial intelligence (AI). As an initial core contributor to the Story Network, PIP Labs develops infrastructure and technical solutions that connect the potential of AI with sustainable ownership models, supporting IP holders, creators, and innovators.

The Role

We are looking for a Research Fellow with a passion for cryptography, decentralized systems, and blockchain technologies to join our innovative research team. This is a short-term full-time contract role (4 months) with the potential to extend for an additional 4 months.

As part of our research team, you will help shape the future of decentralized IP infrastructure. You will work closely with our engineering leads to explore the next frontiers in blockchain, peer-to-peer networking, and decentralized storage systems.

• Collaborate with engineering leads to identify and address opportunities for improvement across PIP Lab's blockchain stack.
• Propose and develop innovative research topics, strategies, and approaches.
• Present findings and thought leadership on the latest blockchain developments through internal talks and external forums.
• Publish in-depth research reports on blockchain technology, cryptography, and decentralized systems.
• Design and implement proof-of-concept projects to validate research findings and explore new opportunities.

• Master’s or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven track record of research in blockchain technologies, cryptography, peer-to-peer systems, or decentralized networks.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly.
• Self-driven with a deep passion for decentralized systems and blockchain technology.
• Experience publishing academic papers or technical reports related to blockchain or distributed systems is highly desirable.