Vinod Khosla Seeks Chief of Staff for Menlo Park Venture Firm

The position demands more than standard administrative support, as the successful candidate will evaluate investment opportunities, engage with founders, and research emerging technologies. Khosla emphasized that he values rapid learning and the ability to think from first principles, noting that the role is suited for someone comfortable with significant responsibility and ambiguity.

While the firm did not disclose compensation, the job comes with a rigorous 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. schedule, including nights and weekends when necessary. Although previous occupants of the post have moved on to launch their own firms or take leadership positions, the listing clarifies that this is not a guaranteed path to becoming a venture investor. The opening arrives as demand for chiefs of staff continues to climb, with national job postings for the role sitting nearly 90% above pre-pandemic levels.