PGR Ambassador for UDS Events & Outreach

University of Birmingham; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Birmingham is seeking a PGR Ambassador via Worklink to help deliver major events within the University Doctoral School. The role supports the Three-Minute Thesis finals and UDS Showcase, assisting with materials, participant welcome, and event logistics.

Ideal candidates are current postgraduate researchers, available for interviews in November 2026 and events in March, June 2027. The job is on campus, part‑time with flexible commitments to fit study schedules.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a commitment to high‑quality customer service.
• Excellent organisational and time‑management skills.
• Experience working effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Help the University Doctoral School with planning and delivering Three‑Minute Thesis and the UDS Showcase.
• Help prepare event materials, including presentations for keynote speakers and talks.
• Support the Festival's Research Poster Competition by reviewing submitted posters and helping shortlist entries.
• Assist with setting up and packing down event spaces, including signage, poster boards and catering areas.
• Welcome attendees, answer questions and act as a friendly, knowledgeable point of contact throughout the UDS Showcase.
• Promote PGR events and the UDS through positive peer‑to‑peer engagement within the PGR community.
• Additional ad‑hoc tasks related to the preparations and delivery of the events, as appropriate
• Support the development and promotion of PGR networks, fostering inclusion and engagement among underrepresented groups of researchers.
• Assist with UDS PGR recruitment activities, including virtual open days and outreach initiatives.
• Participate in focus groups and provide a PGR perspective on new University Doctoral School initiatives.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Event experience

Education

Postgraduate researcher status

Job description

The University of Birmingham is seeking a PGR Ambassador via Worklink to help deliver major events within the University Doctoral School. The role supports the Three-Minute Thesis finals and UDS Showcase, assisting with materials, participant welcome, and event logistics.

Ideal candidates are current postgraduate researchers, available for interviews in November 2026 and events in March, June 2027. The job is on campus, part‑time with flexible commitments to fit study schedules.