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Accelerator Associate Jobs in Massachusetts (NOW HIRING)

Role Overview As an Associate within our Healthcare Client Community, you will play a pivotal role ... We also offer additional accelerators and stock options. Benefits At Catalant, we strive to offer a ...

Role Overview As an Associate within our Healthcare Client Community, you will play a pivotal role ... We also offer additional accelerators and stock options. Benefits At Catalant, we strive to offer a ...

Associate, Healthcare

Boston, MA · On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

Role Overview As an Associate within our Healthcare Client Community, you will play a pivotal role ... We also offer additional accelerators and stock options. Benefits At Catalant, we strive to offer a ...

Associate, Private Equity

Boston, MA · On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

Role Overview As an Associate within our Private Equity Client Community, you will play a pivotal ... We also offer additional accelerators and stock options. Benefits At Catalant, we strive to offer a ...

Summary We are looking for a client-savvy, execution-oriented Associate Manager of Project ... Partner with product owners of Beghou platforms (e.g., Armada, analytics accelerators) to align ...

JOB REQUISITION Security of AI Associate Director LOCATION NEW YORK CITY ADDITIONAL LOCATION(S ... Partner with practice leadership to evolve methodology, tooling, and delivery accelerators that ...

Build and maintain relationships with founders, angel investors, seed funds, incubators, accelerators, universities, institutional LPs, and other ecosystem participants across Japan and the region.

Industrial Accelerators - advancing technology for medical and industrial use Joining IBA means ... S. in Engineering, Physics or other applicable field, or an Associate's degree with 7+ years of ...

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Accelerator Associate information

What is an accelerator associate?

Accelerator Associates are professionals who support the operations and programming of business accelerators. They assist with managing startup cohorts, organizing events, conducting due diligence on startups, and providing administrative and strategic support to accelerator teams. Their role is crucial in helping startups grow by facilitating connections, resources, and mentorship during the accelerator program. Accelerator Associates often work closely with founders, mentors, and investors to ensure the success of participating startups.

What are the typical responsibilities of an accelerator associate?

Accelerator Associates play a crucial role in assisting startup cohorts by coordinating program logistics, facilitating workshops, and acting as a liaison between startups and mentors. They often help startups access resources, track milestones, and gather feedback to improve the accelerator experience. Additionally, Accelerator Associates collaborate closely with program managers and external partners to ensure smooth operations and a supportive environment for entrepreneurs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an accelerator associate?

To thrive as an Accelerator Associate, you need a strong understanding of startup ecosystems, business development, and financial analysis, often supported by a degree in business, finance, or a related field. Familiarity with CRM platforms, project management tools, and data analytics software is typically required. Excellent communication, networking, and organizational skills help build relationships with founders and coordinate program activities effectively. These skills are crucial for supporting startups' growth, fostering a collaborative environment, and ensuring the success of accelerator programs.

What is the difference between Accelerator Associate vs Startup Analyst?

AspectAccelerator AssociateStartup Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, relevant experience in startups or venture capitalBachelor's or master's degree, focus on business, finance, or entrepreneurship
Work EnvironmentFast-paced startup accelerator programs, collaborative teamsConsulting firms, venture capital firms, or startup environments
Employer & IndustryStartup accelerators, venture capital firms, innovation hubsVenture capital firms, consulting agencies, startup advisory services

Accelerator Associates and Startup Analysts often share similar educational backgrounds and work in startup or investment environments. However, Accelerator Associates focus on supporting early-stage startups within accelerator programs, while Startup Analysts typically analyze startup potential and market trends for investment decisions. Both roles require analytical skills and industry knowledge, but their daily tasks and objectives differ slightly.

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Infographic showing various Accelerator Associate job openings in Massachusetts as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 62% Full Time, and 38% Part Time. Highlights an 87% In-person, and 13% Hybrid job distribution.

$90K - $120K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

About Catalant:
As the pioneer of Consulting 2.0, Catalant gives the world's leading companies on-demand access to a community of highly vetted independent consultants and former operators. Together, we deliver strategic solutions that solve our clients' most important challenges through flexible and fit-to-purpose consulting engagements. Growing rapidly over the last 10 years, our client base now includes more than 30% of the Fortune 500, top private equity firms, and a range of other organizations seeking independent, external perspectives and professional expertise to help their businesses grow and succeed.

We've reimagined consulting for today's world: it's digitally enabled and powered by the insights and capabilities of over 100,000 seasoned professionals drawn from leading consultancies and global businesses Our consultants offer clients a competitive edge: actionable insights and hands-on support from leaders who have successfully solved similar problems before. Our business is lean, agile, and optimized to deliver best-in-class value in a way that disrupts how executives think about consulting.  

Backed by world-class venture investors, we're building the team that will take Catalant and the future of consulting to the next level.

Role Overview

As an Associate within our Healthcare Client Community, you will play a pivotal role in supporting clients, experts, and the broader Catalant team throughout the entire go-to-market lifecycle.  Our team is made up of driven, sales-focused professionals dedicated to sparking business growth, nurturing strategic partnerships, and unlocking new opportunities for our clients.

Your core responsibilities will include identifying talent needs through proactive outreach to prospective customers, expertly matching consultants to client requirements, vetting and coaching experts, and managing key projects and processes. This role is tailored for individuals eager to develop a diverse skill set, with a clear trajectory toward more senior positions in sales and client management. This position offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact while building a strong foundation for career advancement.

What you'll do

Business Development / Lead Generation

  • Research client prospects to identify potential buyers

  • Synthesize and review market trends in healthcare to guide strategy in pharmaceuticals, medical devices, payors, and providers

  • Monitor target customers for buying signals 

  • Outreach to prospective clients via email, LinkedIn, and phone to generate interest and introductory calls

  • Lead assessment and qualification

  • Drive discovery and uncover opportunities where the Catalant expert network can address client needs

Expert Matching and Sourcing

  • Author and post project descriptions that enable consultants to accurately self-select where they are a strong fit to support client needs

  • Review and vet expert profiles to create a short-list of high potential profiles for client review

  • Search for niche expertise via LinkedIn and other professional networking platforms

  • Prepare and coach experts on client interviews and proposal development

  • Provide post-interview feedback to consulting experts

General Project Support

  • Drive expert review and interview process including scheduling, tracking progress, and escalating delays

  • Advise and coach clients and experts on how to best utilize the Catalant platform

  • Review expert submissions (pitches, full proposals, pricing) to ensure high quality and to identify risks

  • Monitor active consulting engagements and identify opportunities for extensions in partnership with expert consultants

What you'll bring
  • Bachelor's Degree

  • 2- 4 years of experience in business development, executive recruiting, or similar roles

  • Ability to proactively manage and prioritize a variety of activities

  • Tenacity to work with clients, experts, and prospects including the ability to overcome basic objections

  • Strong communication with writing, oration, and professional service elements

  • Ability to quickly build relationships and trust with outside consultants

  • Prior experience with business development outreach to warm and cold lead, or the interest and capacity to learn 

  • LinkedIn Sales Navigator or Recruiter experience a plus

$90,000 - $120,000 a year
The above is the general on-target earnings range in the Associate role which consists of a base salary & variable compensation. Variable compensation is uncapped. We also offer additional accelerators and stock options.
Benefits 
At Catalant, we strive to offer a work environment where employees can bring however much of their full, authentic self as they desire. With this in mind, we are happy to offer our employees: 
- Flexible paid time off
- 13 company holidays + a week off from Christmas through New Years
- Twelve weeks of paid parental leave regardless of how you choose to grow your family
- Generous health insurance coverage as well as optional vision and dental
- 401k to save for retirement
- Pre-tax commuter and flexible spending accounts
- A lifestyle spending account to be used towards cell phone, internet, commuting, and learning & development 
- Wellness stipend for your mental, emotional, or physical wellbeing needs and support
- Work from Home stipend


Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
Catalant is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Catalant makes employment decisions on the basis of merit and business objectives and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender individual), sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, military or veteran status, qualified physical or mental disability, genetic condition or predisposition, or any other status protected by law. All Catalant employees are prohibited from engaging in any form of discrimination.


Our Flexible Work Model
We align our work environment with both the requirements of the role and the needs of our people. For positions local to our Boston headquarters, we utilize a flexible hybrid model to support team collaboration. Other roles are designed for full remote work.

The Interview & Onboarding Experience
We aim for a hiring process that is both rigorous and respectful of your time. Interviews and onboarding are conducted either virtually or in person, determined by the nature of the role and the individual circumstances of the candidate. Our People Team is here to coordinate the best path forward for you.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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