Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. YZi Labs invests in and supports innovative companies across Web3, AI, and emerging industries. The Background Research Analyst will research and evaluate AI and emerging technologies, track industry and academic developments, and produce insights supporting investment and ecosystem strategies. The role also involves technical due diligence, relationship building across the AI ecosystem, and experimenting with AI tools to improve internal workflows.
Responsibilities
- Conduct background research and analyze emerging technologies, including but not limited to: Artificial Intelligence (AI) Large Language Models (LLMs) AI Agents Machine Learning infrastructure Generative AI Multimodal AI AI infrastructure and developer ecosystems AI + Web3 applications Other emerging technology sectors
- Track the latest AI research papers, open-source projects, and industry developments
- Evaluate technical innovations, market trends, and potential real-world applications
- Develop research reports and insights to support investment decisions and ecosystem strategies
- Build deep understanding of the global AI ecosystem, including leading companies, researchers, startups, open-source communities, and technical trends
- Develop relationships with AI founders, researchers, engineers, and ecosystem builders
- Identify promising AI startups, technologies, and research directions
- Stay updated on major AI advancements from academia and industry
- Support technical evaluation of AI projects and startups
- Assess technical architecture, product feasibility, scalability, and competitive advantages
- Collaborate with investment teams to provide technical perspectives during evaluation processes
- Translate complex technical concepts into clear insights for non-technical stakeholders
- Explore and test emerging AI tools, models, and frameworks
- Identify opportunities to apply AI technologies to improve internal workflows and productivity
- Support AI-related initiatives and other emerging technologies across YZi Labs and portfolio companies
Skills
- Strong technical background in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Computer Science, or related fields
- Experience working with AI technologies, research, engineering, or AI product development
- Deep understanding of current AI trends, technologies, and ecosystem landscape
- Ability to read and understand AI research papers and technical documentation
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate technical opportunities and market potential
- Passion for emerging technologies and curiosity about the future of AI
- Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, global environment
- Excellent English communication skills
- Experience with LLMs and AI Agents
- Experience with open-source AI models (e.g., Llama, Qwen, Mistral)
- Experience with AI infrastructure and ML platforms
- Experience with AI developer tools
- Experience with Robotics / Embodied AI
- Experience with AI + Crypto / Web3 applications
- Experience with research publications, open-source contributions, or technical projects
- Experience in AI startups, research labs, venture capital, consulting, or technology companies
- Existing network within the AI research or startup ecosystem
Benefits
- United States (Remote)
- Work at the intersection of AI, Web3, and emerging technologies.
- Engage directly with leading founders, researchers, and innovators globally.
- Help identify and understand the next generation of transformative technologies.
- Contribute research and insights that support YZi Labs' investment and ecosystem strategy.
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