Program Analyst

at  Larta Institute

WHO IS LARTA INSTITUTE?

• Institute is a non-profit organization seeking to foster innovation and entrepreneurship focused on sustainable solutions for a resilient planet.

Our planet is experiencing significant global problems created by human behavior and policies affecting the environment, food, education, energy, and healthcare systems. New science and technology play a critical role in transforming how we sustainably feed, fuel, and heal the world.

• was founded in 1993, with funding by the State of California as a Los Angeles Regional Technology Alliance to stimulate the economic development of technology-based enterprises in Southern California. LARTA quickly became the national partner for numerous federal government agencies to commercialize novel research and innovation - including DARPA, NIH, DOE, NSF, NIST, NOAA, and USDA.

Today, our innovation platform and ecosystem accelerate innovative solutions, from idea to sustainable enterprise - by providing a unique combination of connections, resources, and funding. We have helped over 5,000 startups, and our alumni have raised over $7 billion in funds.

WHAT SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE DOES LARTA REQUIRE?

• Bachelor’s degree (preferably in science-related fields and/or business).
• Minimum 1-2 years professional work experience in Program/Project Management, Market Research or Business Development.
• Interest in new science & technology start-ups, innovation, entrepreneurship, emerging companies, and ventures preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong proficiency in Office 365, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Skilled in data analytics and presenting data with charts, graphs, and other tools.
• Ability to thrive under pressure while simultaneously managing multiple issues and assignments in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to collaborate with a culturally diverse staff across teams and with effective interpersonal skills.

DISCLAIMER

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at management’s discretion.
Larta Institute is an equal employment opportunity employer. We consider individuals for employment or promotion according to their skills, abilities, and experience. We believe that it is an essential part of Larta’s overall commitment to attract, hire and develop a strong, talented, and diverse workforce. Larta Institute is committed to complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination as defined by both California and federal laws

WHAT IS THE ROLE?

The Program Analyst will assist in all aspects of planning, development, monitoring, delivery, and control of Larta’s market research and/or other professional services within Larta’s suite of commercialization services and programs. Larta’s client portfolio includes recipients of SBIR/STTR (Small Business Innovation Research/Small Business Technology Transfer) awards from various U.S. Federal agencies, companies from the private sector, foundations, and investment firms. These programs are designed to assist innovative entrepreneurs and university researchers with various commercialization activities including customized business consulting, intellectual property assessment, market research, pitch deck review, company financials, introduction to key industry stakeholders and potential investors, website design, marketing, and branding.

Our planet is experiencing significant global problems created by human behavior and policies affecting the environment, food, education, energy, and healthcare systems. New science and technology play a critical role in transforming how we sustainably feed, fuel, and heal the world.

• was founded in 1993, with funding by the State of California as a Los Angeles Regional Technology Alliance to stimulate the economic development of technology-based enterprises in Southern California. LARTA quickly became the national partner for numerous federal government agencies to commercialize novel research and innovation - including DARPA, NIH, DOE, NSF, NIST, NOAA, and USDA