University of Cambridge
Museum Receptionist [Internal Candidates Only] (Part Time, Fixed Term)
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Museum Receptionist [Internal Candidates Only] (Part Time, Fixed Term)
About the University Museum of Zoology
The University Museum of Zoology, Cambridge holds a collection of approximately two million specimens covering the entire animal kingdom, past and present, with around 5,000 on public display. The collections are designated as being of outstanding national and international significance and are vitally important for our knowledge of the history of fauna around the world, and for the history of science itself. As one of Cambridgeshire's leading visitor attractions, the Museum welcomes more than 150,000 visitors each year from across the world, including over 5,000 UK schoolchildren who participate in educational visits.
Role: Part-Time Receptionist
The Museum is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, friendly, and reliable part-time Receptionist to provide a visible presence within the Museum and facilitate access for members of the public and the University community.
Responsibilities
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Based at the front desk, the successful candidate will present a welcoming face to visitors during public opening hours, responding to enquiries both in person and by telephone. The post holder will also serve as the first point of contact for any safety or security issues arising within the Museum galleries. It is therefore essential that they possess the confidence, initiative, and self-assurance to deal effectively with a range of situations as they arise. The successful candidate will be expected to undertake first aid and fire warden training as part of their role.
Working Hours
9 am - 5.30 pm on Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday
Interviews
Interviews are planned in the week commencing Monday, 10 August 2026 (subject to change)
Fixed-Term
The funds for this post are available until 30 November 2027 or the return of the post holder, whichever is earlier.
Applications
Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.
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Application Process
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Informal Enquiries
Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be directed to: Lisa Sneath [email: ls761@cam.ac.uk]
If you have any queries regarding the application process, please contact Zoology HR Office [email: hr@zoo.cam.ac.uk]
Application Reference
Please quote reference PF50224 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
Employment Eligibility
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
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