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About Us: A&B Smart Materials is an Oxford University–based materials science venture founded by Oxbridge graduates. We are pioneering the next generation of bio-based, biodegradable superabsorbent polymers (SAPs) to replace synthetic SAPs. SAPs are “magic-like” materials that absorb hundreds of times their weight in water. They are used primarily in hygiene (diapers, pads, cosmetics) and agriculture (soil enhancers), representing a $17.6B global market. With new EU regulations banning non-biodegradable SAPs in soils from 2028, there is an urgent demand for sustainable alternatives. We are backed by some of the most prestigious investors in the world, and are part of the Creative Destruction Lab — the leading accelerator for deep tech ventures. Our work has also been recognised globally, including being named a “DeepTech Pioneer” at Hello Tomorrow (2025) and Winner of the Cleantech StartUp Award (South East, 2024). Backed by world-class advisors and based at Oxford’s Begbroke Science Park with access to cutting-edge labs, our mission is to make sustainable SAPs the global standard. The Position: We are seeking an experienced Lead Research Scientist with a proven track record in sustainable superabsorbent polymer (SAP) development. This is not an entry-level research role — it is a chance to bring decades of expertise into a startup where your insights can directly shape the technology roadmap and help us accelerate progress while navigating the complexities of sustainable SAP development. You will work in close collaboration with our CTO to help define the company’s technology direction, ensuring alignment between breakthrough science and commercial growth. You will also play a pivotal role in mentoring our research team, developing IP, and translating scientific progress into scalable solutions. Key Responsibilities: • Lead SAP innovation: design and oversee R&D pathways for sustainable superabsorbent polymers., • Bring deep scientific and practical insights into SAP design, performance, and scalability., • Work closely with the CTO to shape technology direction and research strategy., • Plan, execute, and interpret lab experiments with scientific and commercial impact in mind., • Partner with the founding team to develop IP, refine technology pathways, and align R&D with commercial goals., • Mentor junior scientists and instil best practices in experimental design and polymer chemistry., • Represent A&B Smart Materials in publications, patents, and conferences. Qualifications: • PhD in Polymers, Biopolymers, or a closely related field., • 10+ years’ experience in polymers/biopolymers, with a strong preference for hands-on work in sustainable SAP development., • Industrial or postdoctoral track record in bringing polymer innovations from lab to scale., • Strong wet lab expertise, with ability to design and interpret complex experiments., • Proven leadership experience, ideally managing R&D teams or cross-functional research programmes., • A history of innovation — patents, publications, or commercialised technologies in SAPs. Desired Experience (Nice to Have): • Previous experience working at company/startup developing sustainable Super Absorbent Polymers., • Previous experience working at a major chemical manufacturer., • Background at a large hygiene company with exposure to SAP applications., • Experience bridging between corporate R&D and fast-moving startups, bringing structure, rigour, and adaptability., • Strong network within the SAP, polymer chemistry, or hygiene/agriscience communities. Benefits & Perks: • Competitive compensation package of up to £100,000 with generous equity package, so you share directly in the company’s success., • Significant long-term upside as the company scales in a rapidly growing global market., • Comprehensive health insurance and wellbeing package., • Over 28 days paid holiday annually., • Flexible working hours with hybrid (on-site + remote) options., • The chance to shape the global future of sustainable SAPs in a company building momentum with leading investors, accelerators, and awards., • A creative, fast-moving environment where your experience will have a direct impact on products, IP, and company growth. At A&B Smart Materials, we are looking for more than talent — we are looking for deep expertise. If you have spent years pushing the boundaries of sustainable SAPs and want your knowledge to directly influence a breakthrough technology, we want to hear from you. Application Form: Recruitment email:

The Opportunity With Every Community, Stantec Redefines What’s Possible. Application Deadline: Recruitment is ongoing. Please apply as soon as possible as the advert may close once we have sufficient applicants. Your Role We are looking for a Graduate Structural Engineer to be based in Oxford, joining our 2026 Graduate Programme. As a Stantec graduate, you will collaborate with your team and wider cohort, developing your structural engineering expertise within an exciting and creative interdisciplinary environment. In this role, you'll join our large and supportive structures team based in the Oxford office. The team works closely with a number of key clients to deliver successful building projects, from initial concept all the way through to completion (i.e. construction). You'll gain experience across various project scales and sectors, including education, regeneration, refurbishment, healthcare, logistics, technology and commercial. As a Graduate Structural Engineer, you'll support senior staff with a range of tasks, including concept and preliminary designs, calculations, reviewing drawings, producing sketches, detailed designs, site visits and inspections and report writing. You will also learn to use a wide range of software, including Tekla, STAADPro and more. You will join a supportive and successful team with exciting career opportunities, gain great client exposure and professional development and work in an innovative and collaborative environment. Take a look at our Buildings business line here:- Buildings | Stantec , and review some of the projects you could be working on:- Buildings Projects | Stantec About You At Stantec, we value your potential over past experience. Along with your Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and a keen interest in the buildings industry, we’d love to receive your application if you are:- • An adapter: you’re able to remain calm in new and changing situations, comfortably switching between a variety of dynamic and exciting tasks., • A Perseverer: you stay composed in the face of setbacks, approaching challenges with confidence and determination., • A Collaborator: you work effectively with lots of different people, considering other’s perspectives to shape better outcomes., • A Problem-Solver: you love to give your thoughts based on what you see, being unafraid to challenge conventional thinking. Please note, we ask our graduates to come into the office 4 days per week, to ensure that you receive sufficient time with your team and receive the appropriate level of support. What We Can Offer You • A competitive salary, • Private medical insurance, • A range of benefits, including holiday buy and sell, group income protection and life assurance, • Permanent employment contract to demonstrate our commitment to your long-term career at Stantec, • Professional progression plan, supporting you to gain professional chartership, • A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group and wider ERG network (see more on our ERGs here: Stantec Employee Resource Groups ) Applicants must have an unconditional right to live and work in the UK for an indefinite period without limitation. Please take a look at our Graduate FAQs ( Graduate Application FAQs ) if you have any questions. We look forward to receiving your application! #NextGen #StantecCareers #UKGraduate About Stantec The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities. Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients’ vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today’s challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities. Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world-class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply. At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact [email protected] and we will talk to you about how we can support you.

Your new company You will join a local authority who are committed to creating vibrant, sustainable communities and maintaining a property portfolio that serves residents and businesses across Oxfordshire. Your new employer take pride in delivering high-quality projects that enhance community assets, supporting long-term vision. Joining this team means you will work within a collaborative environment where your expertise will directly shape the future of the built environment. Your new role As a Senior Building Surveyor, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing projects and works on community assets across a property portfolio. You will undertake and input into feasibility studies through to design development and project management to ensure that refurbishment and redevelopment projects are delivered on-time, within budget, and to the highest of standards. What you'll need to succeed • An excellent building surveying and project management skillset with experience of delivering complex property projects., • A good understanding of building regulations, health & safety, contractor management., • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills., • The ability to prepare detailed specifications., • A minimum qualification level of HNC / HND / degree. What you'll get in return • Salary of up to £53,000 per year., • 28 days annual leave per year + bank holidays., • Excellent contributory pension scheme., • Flexitime., • Hybrid working arrangement What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company You will join a local authority who are committed to creating vibrant, sustainable communities and maintaining a property portfolio that serves residents and businesses across Oxfordshire. Your new employer take pride in delivering high-quality projects that enhance community assets, supporting long-term vision. Joining this team means you will work within a collaborative environment where your expertise will directly shape the future of the built environment. Your new role As a Senior Building Surveyor, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing projects and works on community assets across a property portfolio. You will undertake and input into feasibility studies through to design development and project management to ensure that refurbishment and redevelopment projects are delivered on-time, within budget, and to the highest of standards. What you'll need to succeed • An excellent building surveying and project management skillset with experience of delivering complex property projects., • A good understanding of building regulations, health & safety, contractor management., • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills., • The ability to prepare detailed specifications., • A minimum qualification level of HNC / HND / degree. What you'll get in return • Salary of up to £53,000 per year., • 28 days annual leave per year + bank holidays., • Excellent contributory pension scheme., • Flexitime., • Hybrid working arrangement What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company You will join a local authority who are committed to creating vibrant, sustainable communities and maintaining a property portfolio that serves residents and businesses across Oxfordshire. Your new employer take pride in delivering high-quality projects that enhance community assets, supporting long-term vision. Joining this team means you will work within a collaborative environment where your expertise will directly shape the future of the built environment. Your new role As a Senior Building Surveyor, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing projects and works on community assets across a property portfolio. You will undertake and input into feasibility studies through to design development and project management to ensure that refurbishment and redevelopment projects are delivered on-time, within budget, and to the highest of standards. What you'll need to succeed • An excellent building surveying and project management skillset with experience of delivering complex property projects., • A good understanding of building regulations, health & safety, contractor management., • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills., • The ability to prepare detailed specifications., • A minimum qualification level of HNC / HND / degree. What you'll get in return • Salary of up to £53,000 per year., • 28 days annual leave per year + bank holidays., • Excellent contributory pension scheme., • Flexitime., • Hybrid working arrangement What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

UK or Ireland (Supporting Both Regions).Civil & Structural Engineering Consultancy.Our client is a dynamic, forward-thinking civil and structural engineering consultancy renowned for delivering innovative and sustainable design solutions across commercial, residential, industrial, and infrastructure

Building a sustainable tomorrow Bam Infrastructure's Engineering and Design Team, working within our Scotland Region, has an opportunity for a talented and experienced Engineer. As a Design Manager, this position will report to the Regional Engineering Manager, to develop their skills in all aspects of Civil Engineering for supporting Pre-construction and Project teams throughout Scotland, particul...

Principal or Associate Mechanical Engineer.Hoare Lea is a human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy.We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield.We provide a wide range of engineering and c

Senior to Principal Mechanical Design Engineer.Low Carbon, Heritage, Education, Healthcare.Join a well-established, independent building services consultancy in Oxford, known for delivering sustainable, technically robust solutions across heritage refurbishments, modern low-energy campuses, and comp

In this role, you will design and refine prototypes while collaborating with international design studios. A leading design recruitment firm in the UK is seeking an Upholstery Product Developer to create innovative solutions for modern workspaces. This position offers a competitive salary of £30,00