[studioghibli]

I want to do what's optimal in the long run. although, working on the startup is tempting i feel it will be sub-optimal for a long term career in research.

[ipaddr]

Of course. If you want to do research you know the path. If you want to make money leave now. If you want even more money leave later.

[jhanoncomm]

Start ups will always be there whether you want to be the founder or employee 1 or whatever.