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Applications will open in August 2026 for a May 2027 start date. Register your interest so you can be the first to hear updates on the application process.

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What does it mean to be an ARIA Programme Director?

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ARIA’s opportunity spaces represent areas where we believe transformative breakthroughs may be possible, and where we are already building momentum through the work of our current Programme Directors and their funded portfolios.

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As an ARIA Programme Director, you will design and lead an ambitious, multi-year R&D programme within or around these spaces. With a budget of ~£50M, you will select, fund, and actively steer a diverse project portfolio that cuts across disciplines and institutions towards a focused goal that will unlock scientific and technological breakthroughs that benefit everyone.

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In return, ARIA will empower you to think bigger and more creatively, and unleash your vision for transformative change. We’ll provide a bespoke support structure around you, including a dedicated technical and operational team. Your programme team will help you design, launch, and manage your programme, from inception to activation and beyond.

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We will leverage our networks in the UK and abroad to advance your programme’s goals and build communities centred around its vision. You’ll have access to the communities built by our current Programme Directors and our Activation Partners – who are driving translational activities to help catalyse entrepreneurial talent and venture creation across ARIA’s opportunity spaces.

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Who you are

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There’s no one way to be an ARIA Programme Director; we want to hear from people of all career backgrounds and stages with the ability to demonstrate that:

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If any of this resonates with you, we'd love to hear from you.

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Note: ARIA is globally-minded in its reach and can support Programme Directors through the UK Global Talent visa.

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Engage with us 

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Over the coming months we’ll be running webinars and events across the UK, Europe, the US and Asia where you’ll get the chance to engage directly with the ARIA team and learn more about the Programme Director role.

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Sign up to be the first to hear about our events and receive updates and insights on the application process.

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Register your interest

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