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Changing Academia. Revolutionizing Industry.

Radical experimentation at the intersection of research, education, and entrepreneurship.

How to Apply

Please apply here.

Who should apply to Runway?

We accept entrepreneurial PhDs who have graduated within the last five years, and occasionally, PhD candidates nearing the end of their programs. Startup Postdocs are interested in the applications of digital technologies in a broad sense, some of them include AI, health technology, connective media, urban technology, security and privacy, computer vision, public interest technology, and several other fields.

Application and Program Schedule

Applications are open from October 15th to February 15th.
Accepted applicants will be announced by April 25th.

Application Evaluation

We’re looking for people who possess a passion for applying research to real-world needs, an innate entrepreneurial drive and spirit, and the willingness to be flexible and embrace uncertainty. Through the application process we evaluate candidates based on their ability to work well on a team and communicate effectively.

Our diverse group of reviewers includes Runway Startup Postdocs Alumni, Technion and Cornell Professors, and Investors and Mentors of the Runway program.
Following the application submission, we will reach out with updates about the next steps, which may include interviews via Zoom.

Questions?

Check out the Applying to Runway section of our FAQ, or contact us.