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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Data Researcher - **Company:** TRM Labs - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $160,000.0 - $180,000.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Open Source Technology, Cybercrime - **Published:** October 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=7fac91335dba7833 ## About the Role * 5 to 8 years combining research or data analysis with published writing, including at least one high-impact investigation you led from evidence-gathering to final piece. * Strong analytical skills across varied sources (financial, open-source, court and regulatory records, structured datasets), using AI to speed up and check the work. * A public portfolio of investigative or research-led work with measurable reach (major media pickup, citations, audience growth). Investigative journalists, financial crime and threat intelligence researchers, and research-focused writers who do their own analysis have all done well in roles like this. * Deep AI fluency: you already rely heavily on AI across research, analysis, drafting and packaging, and you're comfortable running and quality-checking an agent-based production workflow. Experience in financial crime, sanctions, cybercrime, national security or crypto is a strong plus., * Priorities and targets to change quickly * Operating with a high degree of ambiguity * A high level of personal ownership and accountability * Close collaboration across teams and functions * Frequent, high-touch communication * Creative problem-solving and out-of-the-box thinking * A pace that rewards urgency, adaptability, and outcomes This environment is energizing for people who enjoy building, solving hard problems, and making progress in situations that are not always fully defined. It also requires thriving in ambiguity, adjusting course as new information emerges, and maintaining focus and positivity in a fast-moving and intense environment. We also recognize that this style of operating is not for everyone. If you are primarily optimizing for predictability or a consistently balanced workload, we encourage you to use the interview process to pressure-test whether this environment is truly the right fit. We want teammates who thrive here, not just survive here. If you are excited by meaningful problems, motivated by ambitious goals, and energized by working alongside mission-driven colleagues, there is a good chance you will find TRM to be an exceptional place to grow and contribute. ## Description * Insights is the public voice of TRM's research. It connects TRM's intelligence on illicit finance and crime with the press, policymakers and the wider industry. * The work is research-led, focused on the story, fast-moving and AI-native. * You'll work closely with Marketing, Communications, TRM's intelligence and investigations teams, product teams, and TRM Academy. * The team is small and opinionated, and it owns some of the most visible work TRM produces. Distributed, not distant. Team Operating Rhythms: * Weekly Insights research review to set priorities and look at work in progress. * A weekly working session with Marketing to plan distribution and timing. * Async by default for drafts and methodology review. Meetings are for editorial decisions and launch planning. * The research and content workflow runs continuously, and you manage it day to day and week to week. Learn about TRM Speed in this position: * Measurable example #1: Within 30 days, you publish your first piece of original data-backed research on TRM's blog, with a Marketing push behind it. * Measurable example #2: Within 60 days, you take a topic you picked through the full cycle (research, narrative, distribution) and show measurable gains in media coverage. * Measurable example #3: Within 90 days, you run the research and content workflow end to end, and your research feeds weekly training sessions for TRM Academy instructors., Work Week Travel: This role requires participation in in-person R&D work weeks, typically 1-2 times per quarter, at a TRM hub or other designated location. Work weeks may be scheduled with as little as 14 days' notice, and some roles may require additional travel based on team and cross-functional needs. TRM coordinates and covers approved travel, lodging, and workspace. Accommodations are available for legitimate caregiving, health, immigration, and similar constraints., We hire and grow against three leadership principles. They're the standards for how we operate, treat each other, and make decisions. * Impact-Oriented Trailblazer: We put customers first and move with speed, focus, and adaptability. We treat every plan like an experiment - test, ship, measure, and iterate quickly. * Master Craftsperson: We care deeply about our craft. We balance speed with high standards, own outcomes end-to-end, and invest in getting better everyday. * Inspiring Colleague: We add clarity and energy, not noise. We bring humility, candor, and a one-team mindset - giving and receiving feedback to make the team stronger., By submitting your application, you agree to allow TRM Labs to process your personal information in accordance with our Privacy Policy. We collect the information you provide (such as your resume, work history, and contact details) solely for the purpose of evaluating your candidacy for current and future roles at TRM. Because our hiring cycles for certain positions may span 24 to 36 months, we retain your personal information for up to 36 months from the date of your application. After that period, your data is deleted unless a different retention period is required or permitted by law. If you are located in the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom, or another jurisdiction with applicable data protection laws, you have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your personal data at any time before that period ends. To exercise any of these rights, contact us at privacy@trmlabs.com. To notify TRM Labs that you believe this job posting is non-compliant, please submit a report through this form. No response will be provided to inquiries unrelated to job posting compliance. 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