Job Description

If you’re the type of person who wants to shape the future of technology on Earth (and beyond!), build startups with breakthrough tech, and run complex programs - then we should talk.

Who we are:

FedTech is a group of entrepreneurially minded people on a mission to unlock the benefits of technology.
We believe in the value of deep tech and its positive impact on the world, aspiring to democratize access to it for entrepreneurs and professionals around the world.
We are venture builders who thrive at the intersection of US entrepreneurship, breakthrough technologies, and mission-driven organizations.
Since 2015, we have successfully driven deep tech ventures with individuals, companies, universities, and government agencies to stay at the bleeding edge of innovation.

What you’ll do:

We are seeking an individual with a growth mindset to build and execute initiatives to support the commercialization and venture creation, specifically out of Federal labs and research institutions. Projects will include supporting novel new incubation programs for innovations in the energy, climate and health/bio sectors.

Some examples of what you’ll do:

Standup new venture incubation programs that provide tailored services for early-stage ventures within FedTech’s portfolio
Identify areas of latent demand within defense and civilian markets that can be addressed with Federally funded R&D
Advise deep tech startups as they build their operations (e.g., business model development) and progress through the ‘valley of death’
Identify and engage new support organizations and individuals that can provide incubation services to the early stage ventures we support
Support multi-tiered entrepreneurship education and coaching programs that have a major impact on the success of commercializing research and innovation within the government labs and other organizations
Support inventors and entrepreneurs with product development due diligence, company formation and funding
Develop presentations, reports and content using creative software such as Beautiful.ai, Canva, etc.
Manage project plans, stay extremely organized and focused on details of program execution
Research industry and markets to help advise market timing and trends.
Job sharing with other programs within our portfolio to create program synergies and build your expertise
Participate in professional development activities like human centered design, new product development, business/finance and entrepreneurship.

Who you are:

Someone who seeks out and thrives with ambiguity – structuring the problem is your idea of fun
A team player that can support and add a value across multiple projects
Excited to work with deep tech startups at the outset of their formation
An ability to translate R&D technology-speak into customer value proposition, use case development, etc.

Successful candidates will have the following qualifications:

3-5 years of experience involving innovation and/or product development and/or with consulting/research supplier (research, design and innovation) OR business admin/analysis/finance
Completion of a bachelor’s degree
Working knowledge of human-centered design/design research, agile & lean startup principles, product development best practices, business models evaluation/development
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to build strong relationships with diverse stakeholders (e.g., scientist, corporate executive, entrepreneur, investor, government, etc.).
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and can work under tight deadlines with a positive attitude.
Medium to expert level in Excel and other MS Office software. Must be fluent in modern office software.
Tech savvy. Expert in a handful of SAAS systems and interested in learning more.
Deeply curious, empathetic, and methodical.

Our Values:

Boldness: We have the fortitude to forge new paths and push beyond our comfort
Unity: We treat our clients, team members and partners as we would like to be treated - we are one united team
Introspection: We recognize introspection is the necessary ingredient in which self-improvement flourishes
Leadership: We embrace servant leadership - putting the interests of client, team partners and partners first
Decisiveness: We have a strong bias towards action

Compensation:

Base salary range - 70000 - 90000 based on education and experience
Ability to earn upside bonus and equity, rapid career progression
A competitive benefits package including 401K with employer match, health/dental/vision plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield, flexible PTO, employer paid disability insurance, parental leave, transportation, wellness reimbursements, flexible work arrangements, amongst others.

Location:

Ability to work in a hybrid environment in Boston, MA (or western MA).

Equal Employment Opportunity:

At FedTech, we are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment, free from discrimination and harassment. We value the unique perspectives and contributions of every individual no matter their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

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