Venture Associate, Innovation

NobleReach Foundation

. Provide technical, business, and operational assistance to early-stage ventures .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeTysons Corner • Virginia • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $80,000 - $95,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in market research, competitive analysis, and commercialization strategies for early-stage ventures, with a strong foundation in engineering or physical sciences. Capable of translating complex technical concepts and supporting multiple ventures while maintaining high-quality deliverables.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Market ResearchCompetitive AnalysisCommercialization StrategiesTechnical EvaluationsEntrepreneurial Mindset

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisFinancial ProjectionsBusiness Model DevelopmentTechnical EvaluationsContent Creation

Soft Skills

Analytical ThinkingProblem-SolvingAttention to DetailVerbal CommunicationWritten Communication

Tools & Technologies

Advanced MaterialsCybersecurityIoTAIPhysical Systems

Industry Keywords

Venture DevelopmentEcosystem InitiativesCommercialization PathwaysStartup SupportEntrepreneurship

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityIoT

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide technical, business, and operational assistance to early-stage ventures
Gather and analyze data for market research and competitive analysis of emerging technologies
Conduct technical evaluations and due diligence to assess commercial potential of portfolio ventures
Create content, presentations, and reports for internal teams and venture partners
Assist with business models, financial projections, and go-to-market strategies
Support tailored commercialization strategies for portfolio ventures
Identify and connect ventures with resources, funding opportunities, and potential partnerships
Identify and support ecosystem initiatives to impact venture development at scale
Coordinate meetings, workshops, and review sessions
Track milestones and provide regular status updates
Develop and maintain templates, processes, and automations for repeatable consistency
Execute venture or ecosystem support tasks as directed by Commercialization Advisors
Work with research teams, startup founders, Senior Commercialization Advisors, and Commercialization Advisors to support commercialization pathways
Report to the Director, Innovation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in physical science or engineering discipline
2+ years of experience in engineering, business functions or research functions in industry
Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail
Ability to translate complex technical concepts for various audiences
Demonstrated interest in technology productization and entrepreneurship
Working knowledge in one or more target technology areas (Advanced Materials, Cybersecurity, IoT, AI, Physical Systems)
Ability to support multiple ventures simultaneously while maintaining high-quality work
Exceptional verbal, written, and visual communication skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, entrepreneurial environment; ability to exercise flexibility and good judgment in complex situations
Appetite for curiosity and desire to learn
Must have an entrepreneurial mindset with a strong desire to have an impact on society

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus eligible
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities