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Innovation Postdoc-in-Residence

NYU’s Innovation Postdoctoral Associate

New York University’s Innovation Postdoc-in-Residence program is designed to cultivate a new generation of postdoctoral associates who bridge the gap between academic research and industry innovation. This two-year program, one year based at NYU New York and the second at NYU Tulsa, equips participants with the business and entrepreneurial skills and the interdisciplinary experience necessary to translate cutting-edge research into real-world applications.

Postdoc Associates will engage in an innovation challenge and immersive experiences that foster interdisciplinary collaboration, support cutting-edge innovations, and connect their work to the broader community. This unique program is open to all current PhD students, including international students from the NYU Tandon School of Engineering who will defend their dissertation by August 2025.

Program Goals

The Innovation Postdoc-in-Residence program is designed to:

  • Equip Postdoctoral Associates with the experience necessary to bridge research and industry needs through tangible entrepreneurial skills
  • Provide industry experience through a combination of academic and employer engagement opportunities
  • Foster collaborations across disciplines to translate research into innovative and commercially impactful solutions
  • Support the transition from research activities to industry applications 
  • Seek to support pathways for long-term employer-sponsored work and residency opportunities
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See Program Details for more information on the program structure, program awards, compensation and allowances, and terms and expectations.

See How to Apply for application requirements and instructions.

Contact us at InnovationPostdoc@nyu.edu