Receptionist

The MRC Cognition and Brain Sciences Unit (MRC CBU) is an internationally renowned research institute with state-of-the-art facilities.

The MRC Cognition and Brain Sciences unit is looking to recruit a receptionist to join our administrative team. The successful candidate will provide efficient and effective administrative and secretarial support to facilitate a smooth operating Administrative team. The role is an important member of the administrative team and you will be required to work on a number of varying tasks which include full time reception duties and other administrative responsibilities. You will need to have a flexible and conscientious approach to work and be able to manage different tasks and workloads effectively. You will need to have great communication skills as you will be the first point of contact for all visitors to the unit and will be dealing with people from all walks of life every day.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click 'Apply' above.

Please ensure that you outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role on the online application form.

Please include details of your referees, including email address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager.

Closing date: 23rd October 2025

Interview date: to be confirmed

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Please quote reference SU47388 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

Contract: Open Ended with Limited Funding- until 31st March 2027

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