Job Scope and Purpose
The Royal Society’s mission is to promote excellence in science and the application of science for the benefit of humanity. A diverse and inclusive scientific workforce is central to this mission – bringing together the widest range of talents, backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to maximise scientific innovation and creativity. The Society recognises the importance of diversity and inclusion in driving scientific excellence, innovation and societal impact, and its Equality, Diversity and Inclusion strategy ensures that all individuals, regardless of their background, identity or circumstances, have equitable opportunities to thrive.
The Diversity & Inclusion Team supports the Royal Society in embedding Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) into all its activities, producing data and insight to understand impact and progress on DEI, and engaging with internal and external stakeholders to promote awareness and understanding of DEI in STEM. The team works closely with the Royal Society Diversity and Inclusion Committee and partners with other learned societies and academies.
Responsibilities
- Work closely with the Society’s HR colleagues to support our ambition to be a truly inclusive employer.
- Collaborate with the Society’s Learning & Development Manager to improve knowledge, awareness and understanding of DEI across the Royal Society.
- Support staff networks to thrive, listening to and learning from employees from diverse backgrounds.
- Partner with the Society’s Communications teams to promote DEI internally and externally, embed the use of diverse imagery and inclusive language, and showcase the Society’s DEI work.
Additional Information
We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
Reports to: Senior Inclusion Officer (Research Leadership)Line manages: No direct line managementPay band: CSalary: £33,000 to £38,000 per annumContract type: PermanentHours: 35 hours per weekLocation: Carlton House Terrace, London, SW1Y 5AG (option for some hybrid remote working)Closing date for applications: 17 April 2026 at 23:59pm.Interviews will be held: 29 April 2026
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