CDT in AI for Digital Media Inclusion Administrative Co-ordinator

CDT Administrative Coordinator - UKRI AI Centre for Doctoral Training in AI for Digital Media Inclusion
University of Surrey (in partnership with Royal Holloway University of London)
Are you passionate about inclusive innovation, strategic leadership, and the transformative potential of AI in digital media? If so, we would love to hear from you.
The Surrey Institute for People-Centred AI (PAI) is seeking an exceptional CDT Administrative Coordinator to support the delivery and operations of the UKRI-funded Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) in AI for Digital Media Inclusion. This dynamic role is central to empowering the next generation of PhD researchers who aim to build inclusive AI technologies that reflect and serve the needs of all people.
About the Role:
As CDT Administrative Coordinator, you will:
· Play a central role in co-ordinating and delivering all operational and strategic activities across our two partner universities.
· Work closely with a wide range of stakeholders - PhD researchers, academic colleagues, and industry collaborators.
· Support and facilitate the smooth running of events and recruitment activities.
· Support the delivery of CDT activities in line with equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) principles., We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, identities and lived experiences. We support flexible working arrangements. We are proud to be a Disability Confident and Equal Opportunities employer.
Further details and Benefits
For more information and to apply online, please download the further details and click on the 'apply online' button.
We offer a supportive and inclusive working environment, along with:
· A generous pension
· Relocation assistance (where appropriate)
· Flexible working options, including blended home/campus arrangements
· Access to outstanding campus leisure facilities
· Travel schemes and comprehensive family-friendly benefits, including an excellent onsite nursery
Further details

We are looking for someone who:
· Thrives in busy, collaborative, cross-institutional environments.
· Brings experience of administrative and coordination roles in a complex organisation.
· Communicates with clarity, empathy and professionalism.
· Has experience of data management and record keeping
· Has a proactive attitude driven by enthusiasm for AI and creative technologies.

The University reserves the right to close applications early based on volume and calibre of interest.