EDI Content & Research Assistant

Manchester Metropolitan University; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 82,000; Part time

Job summary

Manchester School of Architecture invites applications for a 6 hours per week EDI project role within the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion team. You will develop the MSA EDI digital platform and engage with staff and students to support project objectives.

The role runs 19 October 2026 to 30 May 2027, with 26 paid weeks and three-week breaks over Christmas and Easter. You will research, curate and create content, collate findings, and take accurate notes during meetings.

Qualifications

• This role is open only to current Manchester School of Architecture students studying at Level 6 or above.
• Interest in equity, diversity and inclusion.
• Confidence working with staff and students.
• Experience using image-processing software such as Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience curating visual material and portfolios.
• Accurate note-taking and strong written English.
• Good research skills and data presentation.

Responsibilities

• Support the EDI team in delivering project objectives and developing the MSA EDI platform.
• Engage with staff and students to support the project.
• Help research, curate and create content for the digital platform.
• Collate and present research findings and data.
• Take accurate notes during project meetings.

Skills

Equity diversity inclusion

Confidence with staff and students

Adobe Creative Suite

Curating visual material

Note-taking and written English

Research and data presentation

Time-management and enthusiasm

Education

Level 6 or above

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Manchester School of Architecture invites applications for a 6 hours per week EDI project role within the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion team. You will develop the MSA EDI digital platform and engage with staff and students to support project objectives.

The role runs 19 October 2026 to 30 May 2027, with 26 paid weeks and three-week breaks over Christmas and Easter. You will research, curate and create content, collate findings, and take accurate notes during meetings.