The Uniswap Labs team is building products to unlock value through universal exchange. We envision a future where digital economies flourish, and markets are transparent, global, and equitable.
Our products – the Uniswap Interface, the Uniswap Mobile App, and the Uniswap Extension – are powered by the Uniswap Protocol. The protocol is the largest onchain marketplace, with billions of dollars in weekly volume across thousands of tokens on Ethereum and 8+ additional chains.
When you join Uniswap, you become part of a team that's reshaping the way value flows on the internet.
Uniswap Labs is seeking a PhD candidate or graduate to participate in a 6-month paid fellowship starting in June 2025 who will work out of our Soho NYC HQ Office. 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.