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    Scientific Events and Committees Team Officer - Swindon, United Kingdom - Medical Research Council (MRC)

    Medical Research Council (MRC)
    Medical Research Council (MRC) Swindon, United Kingdom

    2 weeks ago

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    Full time
    Description

    Scientific Events and Committees Team Officer

    • Salary: £28,498 per annum
    • Grade: MRC - Band C
    • Hours: Full time
    • Contract Type: Fixed Term – ending 31st March 2025
    • Location: Polaris House, Swindon, Wiltshire.
    • Closing date: 02nd June 2024

    This role supports Scientific events without the need for a scientific background.

    Responsibilities

    • Event organisation:
      • Coordinate closely with the Event Lead for meeting planning
      • Source suitable venues for face-to-face meetings and arrange IT logistics for virtual meetings
      • Provide on-site support at events/workshops/committees
      • Review and authorize expense forms following policy
    • Board and Panel Member recruitment:
      • Create recruitment timeline and work closely with Heads of Theme
      • Ensure accuracy for board and panel recruitment
    • Staff Management (Team Administrator):
      • Guidance, support, induction, and training of team members
      • Set objectives, monitor delivery, and complete reviews
      • Ensure good professional cover during absences

    Flexible approach to work hours, ability to travel and stay overnight, including London.

    Person Specification

    • English and Maths GCSE at grade C or above
    • Experience in arranging meetings
    • Preparing agendas, timelines, and documents
    • Excellent attention to detail
    • Proficiency in Microsoft applications, especially Excel
    • Work independently and as part of a team
    • Project management skills
    • Deliver to tight timescales
    • Excellent communication and organization skills
    • Stay calm under pressure and problem-solving skills
    • Self-starter, motivator, adaptable

    Benefits

    • Favorable pay and rewards package
    • Defined benefit pension scheme
    • 30 days' annual leave plus additional days
    • Employee discounts, assistance programme, and flexible working options
    • Wellbeing initiatives for work-life balance

    UKRI is an Equal Opportunity & Disability Confident Employer.

    How to Apply: Visit the careers site for full details. Submit your application with CV and a Cover Letter.



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