PGR Ambassador

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1121971


University of Warwick


07/12/2026


12 Months


Flexible. UP to 7 hours per week.


Smart Casual

Pay


£13.75


£1.66

Description

Role

We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated Warwick PGR students to support with the delivery of the Year of PGR programme. You will be part of a dynamic group of PGRs working in collaboration with the Doctoral College to co-create and co-design events and initiatives for the year of PGR.   This is an exciting opportunity to have a lasting impact on the Warwick PGR Community through the Year of PGR Programme. 

The Year of PGR (link to page) will raise the profile of PGR research by: 

•    Showcasing the diversity of postgraduate research and its impact 

•    Creating a continuous calendar of opportunities to connect, collaborate and celebrating 

•    Cultivating a sustainable, visible and inclusive postgraduate research culture  Some of the events you will be involved in supporting with are: Three Minute Thesis, Festival of Postgraduate Research, induction/welcome.   Due to the nature of this role, we cannot guarantee regular weekly hours.  Depending on your availability, we are likely to offer up to 7 hours a week per week. This will be discussed at the point of offer.

Duties and responsibilities

•    Contribute to the planning and delivery of the Year of the PGR Programme (attending events, supporting with pre-and post event admin) 

•    Adopt approachable and inclusive behaviours with all PGRs encouraging participation and engagement at events 

•    Promote events to peers across various channels and groups 

•    Be a positive role-model and support for others, adhering to guidelines for good conduct and best practice set out in training and university policies, such as Dignity at Warwick  

•    Attend all essential training 

•    Be proactive in communicating with Doctoral College staff and PGR colleagues 

Skills and experience

•    Be a University of Warwick PGR Student for the 26/27 Academic Year. Current PGT students who are due start a PGR Degree next term are welcome to apply. 

•    You will be passionate about supporting other PGR students 

•    You will have a keen interest in creating new events and initiatives for the PGR Community 

•    You will be contributing new ideas for the Year of PGR 

•    You will be required to build personal relationships and engage positively with Doctoral College staff and other PGRs 

•    You will be required to manage your own time to complete the tasks related to the role  

•    You will be familiar with common challenges facing PGR students 

•    You will be able to work in a range of settings (in person and online) as well as have flexibility over the times your work.  

Location
Combination. Majority of work will be on campus

Additional information
Job closing date - Midnight 19/11/26

Predicted Interview date - 25/11/26

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