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EMBL Heidelberg
The European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) is a non-profit, Intergovernmental Organisation funded by 29 member states and 1 associate member state. EMBL has around 1,900 members of personnel from over 80 nations based across its six sites: the headquarters in Heidelberg (Germany), the EMBL-European Bioinformatics Institute (EMBL-EBI) in Hinxton near Cambridge (UK), Grenoble (France), Hamburg (Germany), Rome (Italy) and Barcelona (Spain).
At EMBL, our vision is to create a more inclusive research and work culture that leverages diversity, in its broadest sense to enhance our role as a leader in the life sciences in Europe and globally. We believe fostering and championing diversity, inclusion, and equality is not only the right thing to do, but also beneficial for our organization’s function and growth.As an organization we recognise the value of diversity, and we want to make sure that the many voices of our community are heard. Ensuring that everyone has a place to thrive means we can all ask the questions that really matter, produce innovative solutions to global challenges, and progress our careers.
In 2020 EMBL established a team and a governance structure for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) to develop and implement our EDI strategy, challenging preconceptions and empowering staff of all backgrounds and at all stages of their career.
Imagine yourself at EMBL
You are a natural bridge-builder with a passion for inclusion and belonging, problem solver, and sound counselor. You enjoy shaping EMBL’s culture through effective and innovative professional and career development interventions. As an internal consultant on all EDI matters, you will partner with various teams to drive professional development initiatives that align with the organization's strategic goals.
As a dedicated EDI Partner, you will be responsible for the positive development of our existing EDI framework within EMBL, taking our agenda for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion to the next level. You will be part of the People Team and will contribute to the implementation of a holistic approach to EDI truly integrated into people practices and organizational outcomes so the sustainable benefits of a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace can be experienced both internally and externally.
With a passion for championing equality, diversity and inclusion, the EDI Partner will work across all parts of the organization and partner with all leaders and staff to enable the implementation of EMBL’s EDI Strategy and ambitions to contribute to spearheading our journey toward a more inclusive and diverse workplace.
Your role
Taking an informed and proactive approach to embedding policies and practices that will improve EDI across each of EMBL’s sites, you will contribute to the delivery of defined EDI projects, to further developments in the EMBL EDI strategy plans working in close collaboration with EMBL’s EDI governing body, and to focused communication to raise awareness of EDI efforts and celebration of diversity achievements throughout the organization, instigating a transformative shift in our culture.
In the role of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Partner who is part of the EDI Office, you will collaborate to implement and execute strategies, programs, and initiatives designed to cultivate an environment where every employee is empowered to contribute their unique viewpoints and life experiences.
By networking outside of EMBL, representing the organization at meetings, conferences and events to understand best practice in the area of equality and diversity, you will be well positioned to bring this back into EMBL.
No one day is the same and there is always something different happening but in particular, you will be responsible for the following:
- Develop and implement comprehensive EDI programs, initiatives, and action plans that align with our company’s values and business goals.
- Collaborate with HR, leadership, and various teams to integrate EDI principles into talent acquisition, hiring, onboarding, training, and professional development processes.
- Establish and maintain metrics to measure the effectiveness of EDI programs and initiatives, regularly assessing progress and making data-driven recommendations for improvement.
- Design and conduct training and workshops to raise awareness and enhance understanding of EDI issues, fostering a more inclusive and culturally competent workforce.
- Provide guidance and support to employee resource groups and networks, encouraging their active participation in promoting diversity and inclusion within the EMBL.
- Act as a liaison with external organizations and communities to enhance partnerships and drive meaningful EDI initiatives in our broader community.
- Stay informed about best practices, trends, and legal requirements
- hips with colleagues of different cultural backgrounds. Internal stakeholder management capability as well as coaching skills have supported you when partnering with and advising colleagues to solve problems, seize opportunities and advance the mission across an organization whilst being skilled at engaging through difference and valuing bringing together multiple perspectives.
- You are a curious quick learner who constantly looks for ways to improve, a critical thinker and a thoughtful and consistent communicator with the ability to actively listen, network and benchmark good practice.
- Motivated to make a difference with a pro-active approach, you bring a sound understanding of the EDI landscape, tools and advancements, current thinking in HR and EDI best practice.
- You have demonstrated experience in implementing an EDI action plan to diverse, dispersed and dynamic teams, in navigating conflict and facilitating conversations.
- You thrive when you can contribute creative resolutions to a diverse range of problems whilst keeping the best interest of the organization in mind when seeking solutions.
- Prior experience in delivering an organization’s EDI strategy and providing expert guidance in EDI
- Exposure to and work experience in a matrix structure/ multicultural environment, ideally in a science organization
- Good knowledge of another European (such as French, German, Italian or Spanish) language
Why join us
EMBL is an inclusive, equal opportunity employer offering attractive conditions and benefits appropriate to an international research organization with a very collegial and family friendly working environment. The remuneration package comprises a competitive salary, a comprehensive pension scheme, medical, educational and other social benefits, as well as financial support for relocation and installation, including your family.
We are Europe’s flagship research laboratory for the life sciences – an intergovernmental organization performing scientific research in disciplines including molecular biology, physics, chemistry and computer science. We are an international, innovative and interdisciplinary laboratory with more than 1700 employees from many nations, operating across six sites, in Heidelberg (HQ), Barcelona, Hinxton near Cambridge, Hamburg, Grenoble and Rome.
Please note that appointments on fixed term contracts can be renewed up to a total of nine years, depending on circumstances at the time of the review.
We encourage you to apply even if you are not sure if you meet all the requirements above. We believe candidates with all kinds of backgrounds can have a lot to offer, and we are looking forward to hearing from you!
EMBL does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, ethnic origin, nationality, age, marital status, disability, religious beliefs, social class, sexual orientation and political views or any other attribute that might give rise to inappropriate discrimination.We only assess candidates on their qualifications and merit.
We want to provide you with a great candidate experience. Feel free to inform us of any accommodations you may need at hr@ebi.ac.uk, so we can best support you throughout the hiring process.
What else you need to know- Contract duration: 3 years renewable to a maximum of 9 years
- How to apply: Please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining why you feel you would be suited to this position before the closing date on the