Nikolai Braun
Technical Program Manager Innovation Lead @Luna Labs USA
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WORK HISTORY
Technical Program Manager Innovation Lead @Luna Labs USA
Charlottesville, VA, US
Lead development and execution of federally funded R&D programs focused on advanced sensing technologies, biotechnology platforms, and analytical systems for government applications.Key contributions:• Lead author and architect of multiple successful SBIR/STTR proposals, securing more than $8M in federal research funding across multiple DoD programs.• Developed and managed interdisciplinary research portfolios spanning biotechnology, sensing technologies, and software-enabled analytical systems.• Directed execution of multiple simultaneous Phase I and Phase II programs, overseeing technical teams, subcontractors, and external collaborators.• Built partnerships with national laboratories, universities, and industry collaborators to execute complex R&D initiatives.• Led commercialization and technology transition activities, including ASTM standards development and product launch planning.
EDUCATION
University of California, Davis
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Biophysics
Virginia Tech
Bachelor's Degree, Biology
SKILLS
ABOUT NIKOLAI BRAUN
Technical program leader specializing in the creation and management of federally funded R&D programs for national security applications.Over the past decade I have built and led interdisciplinary technology initiatives spanning biotechnology, sensing systems, and analytical platforms. As lead author and program architect, I have secured more than over $8M in non-dilutive federal funding through the SBIR/STTR program, translating early-stage concepts into operational prototypes and commercial technologies.My work sits at the intersection of advanced technology development, government mission needs, and commercialization strategy. I specialize in identifying emerging technical opportunities, building collaborative teams across academia and industry, and developing competitive proposals that convert innovative ideas into funded research programs.Areas of experience include:• National security technology development• SBIR/STTR and BAA program capture• Advanced sensing and biotechnology systems• Cross-institution R&D program leadership• Technology transition and commercializationI am particularly interested in roles where I can build and lead portfolios of advanced technology programs supporting national security missions.
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