Maritime History Research Assistant — Curatorial & Exhibitions

SCIENTEC CONSULTING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm based in Singapore is seeking candidates for a position focused on maritime artefacts. Responsibilities include updating artefact records, conducting research to verify historical context, and collaborating with curators for exhibitions and educational content. Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, possess research skills, and have a passion for maritime history or archaeology. This is a 12-month contract position with an attractive salary up to $4,000 per month.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in history, anthropology, or museum studies.
• Passion for maritime history or archaeology.
• Familiarity with artefact recording and collection management systems.

Responsibilities

• Update artefact entries and research notes in management systems.
• Assist with data entry and address records gaps.
• Conduct research on artefacts to establish provenance.
• Assist curators with acquisitions and documentation.
• Draft contributions for reports and exhibitions.
• Support comparative studies with collections.
• Assist in producing educational materials.
• Provide research support for tours and lectures.
• Translate findings into accessible narratives.

Skills

Research skills

Data entry

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in relevant field

Job description

A consulting firm based in Singapore is seeking candidates for a position focused on maritime artefacts. Responsibilities include updating artefact records, conducting research to verify historical context, and collaborating with curators for exhibitions and educational content. Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, possess research skills, and have a passion for maritime history or archaeology. This is a 12-month contract position with an attractive salary up to $4,000 per month.