NSF I-Corps Hub Instructor Application The NSF I-Corps program aims to equip researchers and innovators with the skills to identify market opportunities and advance their technology through customer discovery and lean startup methodology. Instructors play a critical role in facilitating program delivery, coaching teams, and fostering innovation. Applicant Information Full Name Email Phone Linkedin Profile (Optional) Current Position Title Organization / Institute Experience and Qualifications Professional Background (Max 250 words) Provide a summary of your professional experience, including roles in academia, industry, entrepreneurship, or innovation ecosystems. Entrepreneurial and Lean Startup Experience NSF I-Corps (as a team member, mentor, or instructor) Startup Accelerator Program (e.g., Y-Combinator, Techstars) Venture Creation (Founder/Co-Founder) Industry Leadership Role Other Entrepreneurial Training Program All of the above Briefly describe your experience with the Lean Startup methodology (Max 200 words) Teaching and Mentoring Experience Yes No Have you led or facilitated educational workshops, training, or courses? If yes, provide details (e.g., program name, audience size, and content delivered) Customer Discovery and Market Validation Expertise Describe your experience conducting or guiding teams through customer discovery and market research processes (Max 200 words). Motivation and Interest Why do you want to become an NSF I-Corps Hub Instructor? (Max 200 words) What unique skills or perspectives do you bring to the program? (Max 150 words): Availability Regional Cohorts (approximately 5-7 weeks): Yes No National Cohorts (intensive training over 7 weeks): Yes No Indicate any specific availability constraints (if applicable): Have you served as a mentor, coach, or instructor for an I-Corps cohort before? Yes No Indicate any specific availability constraints (if applicable): Professional References (2 Required) Reference 1 Name Title/Organization: Email Phone Reference 2 Name Title/Organization Email Phone Supporting Materials (Optional) File Select File Attach any supporting materials, such as: (1) Resume/CV (2) Slide deck of prior teaching or coaching work (if applicable) (3) Links to relevant publications, articles, or presentations One file only.500 MB limit.Allowed types: jpg, jpeg, png, pdf, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, mp4, avi, mov. Certification of Accuracy By submitting this application, I confirm that the information provided is accurate and I am committed to upholding the NSF I-Corps program’s mission as an instructor. CAPTCHA Leave this field blank
