EDI Coordinator

The Francis Crick Institute; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biomedical research institute in London seeks an EDI Coordinator to support staff equality networks and plan EDI events. The role involves contributing to the Crick's Inclusion Strategy and coordinating activities to promote diversity, equality, and inclusion. Candidates should have relevant experience in EDI projects, excellent organizational skills, and an interest in fostering an inclusive workplace.

Benefits

28 days annual leave

Enhanced pension scheme

Health consultation services

Childcare support allowance

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to EDI projects.
• Ability to prioritize competing demands.
• Proven success delivering work within deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support Crick staff EDI networks.
• Work with Communications Team for EDI communications.
• Administration for EDI committees.

Skills

Planning and organizational skills

Event support experience

Team collaboration

Initiative

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

From £31,050 with benefits subject to skills and experience

Job Title: EDI Coordinator

Reports to: Vanessa McKean

Closing Date: 18/Aug/2025 23.59 GMT

Job Description

EDI Coordinator

About us

The Francis Crick Institute is Europe’s largest biomedical research institute under one roof. Our world-class scientists and staff collaborate on vital research to help prevent, diagnose and treat illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, infectious diseases and neurodegenerative conditions. The Crick is a place for collaboration, innovation and exploration across many disciplines. A space where the brightest minds can pursue big and bold ideas and discover answers to crucial scientific questions. We support them in a dynamic environment which fosters excellence with state-of-the-art infrastructure, cutting-edge facilities, and a creative and curious culture. We’ve removed traditional boundaries of departments, divisions and disciplines and instead have an open approach that supports every researcher. This gives us the freedom to take risks and carry out high-quality, pioneering research. Creating a space for discovery without boundaries helps us to turn our science into benefits for human health and the economy.

About the role

Join Our Team as EDI Coordinator and help in cultivating a workplace where everyone can thrive!

Do you have an interest in diversity, equality and inclusion and are looking to develop a career in this field? If so, then the EDI team at the Crick is an environment which you will flourish within!

The EDI Team is responsible for progressing delivery of the Crick’s Inclusion Strategy and EDI projects and developing a Crick culture, where everyone can thrive. As the leading biomedical research institute in the UK, the Crick has a strong platform to demonstrate leadership on EDI and research culture in UK science.

This is an exciting time to join the Crick, as Professor Edith Heard joins us as CEO, and we launch our new People Strategy and our refreshed Inclusion Strategy.

We are seeking a coordinator with a strong interest in EDI to join our growing EDI team. You will work closely with our staff equality networks, organise EDI events and activities and provide excellent administration for our EDI committees, working groups and training activities.

You will contribute to design and implementation of EDI activities and projects and evaluate the impact of these on Crick community.

If you are interested in pursuing a career within EDI, and have previous experience of being involved in some EDI projects, we would love to hear from you!

What you will be doing

As an EDI Coordinator at the Crick, you will:

• Provide support to Crick staff EDI networks (disability awareness, race equity and LGBT+), attending their meetings regularly, supporting development and delivery of annual plans and budgets
• Work with the Communications Team to deliver a tailored EDI communications plan for internal and external audiences. Update the EDI-related intranet pages and key messages regularly
• Undertake committee administration for EDI committees and working groups
• Organise EDI events and activities to mark equality awareness days including identifying speakers, planning communications and making practical arrangements related to events
• Work with colleagues and stakeholders to help implement the Inclusion Strategy and Athena Swan action plans
• Contribute to charter mark applications (e.g. Athena Swan, Race Equality charter)

About you

You will have:

• Relevant degree level qualification or equivalent experience
• Evidence of prior commitment to, engagement with or coordination of EDI projects or activities
• Effective planning and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise in the face of competing demands and proven success in delivering work within tight deadlines
• Experience of supporting the delivery of events
• Ability to work pro-actively, demonstrating a high degree of initiative, and collaboratively as part of a team

About Working at the Crick

Our values

• We are bold. We make space for creative, dynamic and imaginative ideas and approaches. We’re not afraid to do things differently.
• We are open. We’re highly collaborative and interactive, and make sure our activities are visible to the outside world.
• We are collegial. We show respect for one another, work cooperatively and support the wider community.

At the Francis Crick Institute, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to driving innovation and scientific discovery. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed, regardless of their background, identity, or personal circumstances. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all genders, ethnicities, abilities, and experiences. We are a Disability Confident: Committed employer and want to ensure that everyone can apply and be part of our recruitment processes and so we\'ll make reasonable adjustments if you need them - just let us know when you apply. If you need assistance with applying, please email [e-mail]

Find out more about life at the Crick.

What will you receive?

At the Francis Crick Institute, we value our team members and are proud to offer an extensive range of benefits to support their well-being and development:

• Generous Leave: 28 days of annual leave, plus three additional days over Christmas and bank holidays.
• Pension Scheme: Defined contribution pension with employer contributions of up to 16%.
• Health & Well-being:
• 24/7 GP consultation services.
• Occupational health services and mental health support programs.
• Eye care vouchers and discounted healthcare plans.
• Work-Life Balance:
• Back-up care for dependents.
• Childcare support allowance.
• Annual leave purchase options.
• Crick Networks offering diverse groups’ support, community and inclusive social events.
• Perks:
• Discounted gym memberships, bike-to-work scheme, and shopping discounts.
• Subsidised on-site restaurant and social spaces for team interaction.

Please note you must meet the essential criteria listed within the Role Profile, to have your application reviewed.

We reserve the right to withdraw this advert at any given time due to the number of applications received.

About the company

The Francis Crick Institute is a biomedical research centre in London, which was established in 2010 and opened in 2016.

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