Equality, Diversity, and Inclusivity (EDI) Coordinator (Crocus)

University of Reading; Reading; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Reading is looking for a part-time role in the Doctoral Training Centre. You will coordinate EDI initiatives, manage funding, and support PhD students while fostering a culture of belonging. Excellent communication skills and organisational abilities are essential. This fixed-term contract role offers a chance to contribute to inclusive postgraduate training environments. Applications from diverse backgrounds are encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate EDI initiatives and manage funding for student support.
• Help foster a culture of belonging and accessibility for PhD students.
• Embed best practices across the Doctoral Training Centre's programmes.

Skills

Excellent organisational and communication skills

Ability to build strong relationships

Understanding of inclusive values

Proactive and collaborative approach

Ability to work independently

Proactive problem solving skills

Job description

Closing date 23:59 18th January 2026.

Part Time, Fixed Term Contract.

Due to the complexity of the Skilled Worker Visa route and eligibility criteria, applicants requiring sponsorship are recommended to check their eligibility on the Home Office website. We cannot provide advice to candidates at the application stage and will only discuss visa routes with candidates who are invited to interview.

Join the Doctoral Training Centre based within the Department of Meteorology, School of Mathematical, Physical, and Computational Sciences (SMPCS) to help shape an inclusive postgraduate training environment for the Crocus Doctoral Landscape Award and AI INTERVENE Doctoral Focal Award.

You will play a key role in fostering a culture of belonging and accessibility for PhD students. Working with colleagues at the University of Reading, Swansea University and other partner organisations, you’ll coordinate EDI initiatives, manage funding for student support, and help embed best practice across our programmes.

Qualifications

• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• The ability to build strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
• Understanding of, and a commitment to inclusive values and continuous improvement in EDI
• A proactive, collaborative, and adaptable approach
• The ability to work independently and prioritise workload
• Proactive problem solving skills

Interviews will be held: 29th January 2026.

We welcome applications from both external and internal candidates. As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to professional development, this role can be considered on a seconded basis for existing staff members. Internal candidates should discuss this with their line manager prior to applying.

Contact

Thorwald Stein, Associate Professor in Clouds
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Alternative Contact Holly Holdsworth, Doctoral Training (DTC) Operations Manager
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The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. We are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2). Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.