Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Manager
Reports to: EDI Lead
This is a full-time, twelve-months fixed-term role on Crick terms and conditions of employment.
Due to the operational nature of the role, there is an expectation of on-site attendance for approximately 70% of working days.
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
We are looking for an EDI Manager to join our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Team on a 12 month fixed term contract.
As the UK’s leading biomedical research institute, the Crick has a significant opportunity to demonstrate sector leadership on inclusive research and research culture. Working closely with the EDI Lead and Head of Talent and Organisational Development, you will play a central role in shaping priorities, governing delivery and ensuring momentum is maintained across high-profile programmes.
This is both a strategic and a hands-on role. You will lead key programmes personally, including development of positive action pathways and innovative beacon programme, ensuring that ambitious ideas translate into visible outcomes that strengthen inclusive culture and research practice. The role will include deputising for the EDI Lead as needed including the management and development of a small team that balances long-term planning with practical delivery.
This role provides leadership, continuity and delivery capacity for equality, diversity and inclusion at the Crick. Building on the foundations of the Inclusion Strategy 2023–2029, the Institute is entering a critical phase of development that calls for confident strategic stewardship alongside strong, visible delivery.
As the EDI Manager, you will influence direction, partner across science and operations, and represents the Crick externally with funders, collaborators and sector bodies. You will work closely with senior scientific leaders and supports the Institute’s contribution to sector-wide initiatives.
If you’re motivated by impact, comfortable operating at senior levels, and excited by the challenge of embedding inclusive research culture in a complex organisation, this is a rare opportunity to make a meaningful difference.
What you will be doing
Immediate priorities in the first 6-8 months will include:
- Work with the EDI Lead to develop and implement the Crick’s Inclusion Strategy, ensuring strong alignment with funder priorities and the Institute’s long-term research culture goals.
- Manage the Crick’s contribution to a significant new EDI life sciences sector-wide initiative, delivered in partnership with an external organisation and supported by grant funding. Includes a focus on creating beacon content for the biomedical sciences and strengthening the Institute’s influence across the sector.
- Continue to ensure strong alignment between the Inclusion Strategy, the Athena Swan programme and wider organisational and People Team priorities
- Mentor and support the EDI Advisor to Programme Manage the delivery of the 2025 Athena Swan action plan and prepare the Crick for a Silver application in 2029/2030, working closely with the Athena Swan Self-Assessment Team Chair (project sponsor).
- Work with colleagues across Talent & OD and the wider People Team to improve recruitment, progression, recognition and inclusive leadership practice.
- Lead the development of a robust evidence base for action, evaluation and reporting, including quantitative EDI data and qualitative insight, and commissioning research where appropriate. Produce an annual EDI data report enabling evaluation against KPIs, Inclusion Strategy objectives and mandatory Athena Swan requirements.
- Build beacon activities that influence the biomedical sciences and strengthen the Crick’s reputation as a leader in equality, diversity and inclusion.
About you:
- Persuasive influencer able to build strong relationships with senior leaders, scientific colleagues, funders and a wide range of stakeholders. *
- Excellent strategic planning and project leadership skills, including prioritisation, risk management and delivery in complex environments. *
- Thorough knowledge of UK equality legislation and a strong understanding of current issues and best practice across gender, race, disability and LGBT equity. *
- Excellent verbal communication, facilitation and public speaking skills.
- Excellent analytical and writing skills, with the ability to build evidence and explain complex concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
- Experience of working in EDI, organisational development, research culture or culture and behaviour change roles in a complex organisation. *
(minimum requirement *)
See the full job description here.
About Working at the Crick
Our values
Everyone who works at the Crick has a valuable role to play in advancing the Crick’s mission and shaping our culture!
- 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 (i.e., would like to apply by phone or post) please email: weronika.kucala@crick.ac.uk
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.
