Professor, Blockchain Technology – Sample Job Description
Excelon Associates, a leader in executive search and higher education recruitment, is proud to partner with a forward-thinking institution seeking a Professor of Blockchain Technology to develop and teach courses in blockchain, distributed ledger technology (DLT), decentralized finance (DeFi), and smart contract architecture. This role is ideal for a visionary educator who bridges the gap between academic rigor and real-world blockchain innovation.
The selected candidate will play a pivotal role in designing a modern curriculum that prepares students to enter one of the fastest-growing sectors in technology and finance. The Professor of Blockchain Technology will teach undergraduate and graduate courses that explore blockchain applications across industries, from financial systems and healthcare to supply chains, energy markets, and tokenized assets.
This position represents an exceptional opportunity for an academically-minded blockchain professional, researcher, or engineer who is passionate about education and eager to help shape the future of decentralized systems within higher education.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver undergraduate and/or graduate-level courses focused on blockchain systems, cryptography, smart contracts, and decentralized applications.
- Collaborate with faculty across departments (computer science, economics, business, and law) to integrate blockchain concepts into interdisciplinary programs.
- Mentor students on applied blockchain projects and research initiatives.
- Conduct scholarly research and publish in recognized journals related to distributed systems, DeFi, and emerging Web3 technologies.
- Stay current with global blockchain trends and regulatory frameworks to ensure course material remains relevant and industry-aligned.
- Support institutional efforts to build partnerships with blockchain companies, research consortia, and government innovation hubs.
Qualifications
- Doctorate or master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Finance, or a related field (PhD preferred).
- Demonstrated professional or research experience in blockchain, smart contracts, or cryptography.
- Proven record of academic instruction, curriculum design, or industry mentorship.
- Familiarity with Solidity, Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) frameworks, Chainlink, Hyperledger, or other distributed technologies is strongly preferred.
- Excellent communication skills and a passion for student engagement.
Why This Role Matters
Blockchain technology is transforming the global digital economy—yet few academic institutions have the talent or infrastructure to teach it effectively. This position exists to close that gap. The Professor of Blockchain Technology will help shape a new generation of engineers, entrepreneurs, and policymakers who understand how decentralized systems can secure data, redefine trust, and unlock financial inclusion.
By integrating blockchain into higher education, this role ensures that the next wave of innovation is grounded in both ethical and technical excellence. Through Excelon Associates’ partnership with leading institutions, this position represents not only an academic appointment but also a contribution to the future of digital infrastructure, finance, and trustless systems worldwide.
