Design History Research Assistant (Museum Collections)

BUSINESS EDGE PERSONNEL SERVICES PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

BUSINESS EDGE PERSONNEL SERVICES PTE LTD is seeking a Contract Research Assistant to support the National Museum of Singapore and related venues in processing acquisitions from donations and purchases. You will attend artefact viewings and interview lenders and donors as part of a collaborative curatorial process.

The role requires research, writing and organisational skills, with a background in design history or related museum studies.

Qualifications

• Interest in design history with strong research, writing and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Background in design, art history or related museum research is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Work with design curators to process acquisitions from donations and purchases.
• Attend artefact viewings and interview lenders and donors.
• Research topics related to modern and contemporary design in Singapore.
• Coordinate with Collections to arrange and transport acquisitions to/from NMS and HCC.
• Assist in content development for upcoming design exhibitions.
• Support administrative duties: donor liaison, cataloguing, Deed of Gift, object documentation, and meeting minutes.

Skills

Research skills

Writing

Organisation

Independent worker

Education

Relevant degree in liberal arts/humanities (art design/history)

Job description

BUSINESS EDGE PERSONNEL SERVICES PTE LTD is seeking a Contract Research Assistant to support the National Museum of Singapore and related venues in processing acquisitions from donations and purchases. You will attend artefact viewings and interview lenders and donors as part of a collaborative curatorial process.

The role requires research, writing and organisational skills, with a background in design history or related museum studies.