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Aria

Science-focussed R&D funding agency

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21-100 employees
  • B2B
  • Investing
  • Science
London, UK

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Company mission

To empower scientists to reach for the edge of the possible.

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Our take

ARIA, also known as the Advanced Research and Invention Agency, is an investment agency that supports ambitious, cutting-edge science and technology projects with the hope to “transcend conventional limits”.

For innovation to keep moving at the pace we've become accustomed to, a lot of organisation, research and funding is required. ARIA, which is government funded, sets out to find projects that will have the most public benefit and impact. It's backed by an £800mn budget and is targeting areas such as artificial intelligence, neuroscience and materials.

Drawing inspiration from successful US counterparts like Darpa and Arpa-E, ARIA aims to act outside of traditional bureaucratic constraints. Despite facing criticism for its delayed launch, the initiative reflects a refreshing departure from the norm and we’re excited to see what the company's future holds.

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Freddie

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Benefits

  • Discretionary performance related pay arrangements
  • 25 days annual leave provision, with the option to buy/sell an additional 5 days
  • Hybrid working arrangements; 60% in office / 40% at home
  • Supportive environment for learning and development opportunities
  • Enhanced family leave arrangements
  • A free and confidential 24/7 employee assistance programme
  • 2 days of paid volunteer days
  • 5% defined contribution pension scheme with Smart Pension
  • An excellent office location in Kings X, London

Company values

  • We are deeply collaborative
  • We value learning over perfection
  • Optimism is essential

Leadership

Ilan Gur

(CEO)

Schmidt Futures Innovation Fellow. Previously Founder and CEO of Activate.org, and Founder of Cyclotron Road through Berkeley Lab.

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