Senior Commercialization Advisor (#26-140) in Arlington, Virginia at Strategic Analysis, Inc.

Strategic Analysis, Inc. (SA) Is actively seeking a Senior Commercialization Advisor to support the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H).

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Work holistically across the full ARPA-H program portfolio to identify unmet needs and high-potential opportunities for investment and commercialization.
• Perform portfolio-wide analyses to highlight white spaces that represent new strategic directions or technologies for ARPA-H.
• Develop strategies that prioritize and guide ARPA-H investment toward areas with the potential for transformative impact and high return on investment (ROI).
• Provide advanced commercialization support and technical expertise to ARPA-H program teams.
• Develop and implement strategies for stakeholder engagement and key services supporting transition and commercialization.
• Advise on the design, execution, and improvement of transition programs.
• Track, analyze, and report on the effectiveness and outcomes of commercialization initiatives, recommending improvements for future efforts.
• Build strong relationships and collaborate within diverse, multidisciplinary teams.
• Clearly communicate complex scientific and business concepts to varied audiences.
• Actively contribute to brainstorming sessions and strategic problem-solving to propel ARPA-H programs forward.
• Support agency-level portfolio commercialization strategy, including whitespace analyses, impact/ROI assessments, and monitoring overall progress toward technology transition.
• Develop commercialization strategies for ARPA-H programs and performers from an investor or business perspective.
• Lead the creation of assets to succinctly communicate business concepts and their application to transformative technologies (e.g., reimbursement pathways, customer discovery).
• Conduct commercial gap analyses to assess performer needs and identify commercial and operational risks.
• Ensure high-quality market landscape assessments and other commercialization analyses produced by vendors for program managers and performers.

Required qualifications:

• At least 10 years of experience in healthcare strategy, commercialization or investment strategy.
• Proven expertise in technology transfer, digital technology, and diagnostic technology.
• Demonstrated experience conducting independent research, analyzing data, and producing professional reports.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to collaborate and work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Capacity to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong work ethic with a passion for healthcare impact and scientific discovery.

Preferred qualifications:

• MBA or equivalent business experience
• Experience in program or project management
• Experience with intellectual property (IP) and licensing strategies.
• Experience in user-centered product development, engagement, and the transition of healthcare solutions.
• Familiarity with FDA regulations and integration of technology into clinical and care delivery workflows.
• Three years or more experience within a Federal ARPA organization.
• Minimum degree: MS in Biomedical Engineering, Biochemistry, or a related scientific field.