Research Assistant (nus Libraries)

Singapore, Singapore

Job Description


Offer Description



The main responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

  • Facilitating access to and understanding of the Library\'s Collections.
  • Conduct research and contribute to scholarship on Singapore and Southeast Asia
  • Develop areas of research specialisation to support institutional policies on collection development, publications, and exhibition programming
  • Conceptualising and mounting exhibitions in connection to the various curatorial projects of Library across collections and departments
  • Developing research and archival materials pertinent to the collection
  • Writing, editing, and publishing exhibition catalogues and other publications including websites and publicity materials
  • Developing public programs such as public talks, workshops and events in in collaboration with the outreach team
  • Participating in acquisition processes as curator in-charge of Singapore related materials
  • To assist in making the Department\'s collections available for research to internal and external audiences
  • Ensure the work of the Archive & Library department is communicated effectively to all stakeholders, both internally and externally
  • Any other administrative duties, such as committee and secretarial functions, as assigned by Collections Lead and the University Librarian.
Qualifications
  • A minimum of a bachelor\'s degree in Art History, History, Cultural Studies, Global Studies, Arts Management or equivalent
  • While not always mandatory, a master\'s degree in a related field can be advantageous and is often preferred
  • About 2 years\' relevant research/archiver experience, preferably within the libraries/museum field. Fresh graduates may be considered
  • Keen interest in and knowledge of Singapore and/or SEA art history
  • Excellent research, writing, and communication with an ability to be a team player
  • Able to work independently and as part of a team with skills in research and writing
  • Good project management, organisational and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent spoken and written English
  • Comfortable with public speaking
  • Interest and ability to contribute to NUS Libraries overall strategy and management
  • Meticulous with an eye for detail and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
More Information
Location: Kent Ridge Campus
Organization: NUS Libraries
Department : Collections Management and Preservation
Employee Referral Eligible: No
Job requisition ID : 23625

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1404828
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Singapore, Singapore
  • Education
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