Museum Research Assistant

We are seeking a passionate, detail-oriented, and motivated professional to join our client's museum team, with a focus on local history and museum-related projects. This role offers an excellent opportunity for candidates who are interested in historical research, exhibition development, museum operations, and public engagement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from a recognized Hong Kong university, or an equivalent qualification, in Anthropology, Chinese History, Cultural Studies, Humanities, History, Museum Studies, Literature, or a related discipline.
• Excellent command of written and spoken Chinese and English, with a minimum of Level 2 in both the Use of Chinese and Use of English papers of the Common Recruitment Examination (CRE), or equivalent qualifications.
• Minimum of two (2) years' full-time post-qualification work experience, including at least one (1) year of relevant experience in a public museum, cultural institution, or academic organization.
• Proven experience in exhibition research, planning, production, and project management.
• Experience in writing, proofreading, and editing bilingual materials, including museum acquisition and donation proposals, object records, exhibition texts, catalogues, and interpretive labels, will be a distinct advantage.
• Strong academic research skills, particularly in museum-related and historical topics.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and Mac OS systems.
• Strong Chinese and English typing skills with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to work independently, efficiently, and in an organized manner.
• Detail-oriented, patient, responsible, and conscientious.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with the public and a wide range of stakeholders.
• Knowledge of social media platforms and digital marketing tools, including Instagram and Facebook, is an advantage.
• Willingness to work irregular hours, weekends, public holidays, and overtime when required.
• Candidates who are available for immediate commencement will be highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the research, planning, and preparation of special exhibitions, educational programmes, publications, and related museum projects.
• Conduct photography and video documentation of artefacts and exhibits, perform measurements, and maintain accurate records within the museum's registration, inventory, and database systems.
• Assist in drafting, editing, translating, and proofreading Chinese and English content for exhibitions, publications, catalogues, booklets, panels, captions, promotional materials, and educational resources.
• Compile, register, and manage records of artefacts and exhibits for the Museum and the Hong Kong Railway Museum (HKRM).
• Provide guided tour services and support educational and public engagement activities at HKRM.
• Assist in the daily operation of HKRM, including receiving visitors and providing information, guidance, and assistance regarding museum facilities and services.
• Support crowd management, visitor flow control, and routine inspections of museum facilities and entrances/exits when required.
• Assist in enforcing museum regulations and maintaining a safe and orderly visitor environment.
• Perform other ad hoc duties and projects as assigned by the Museum Representative.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their latest CV, together with their current and expected salary. Suitable applicants will be contacted for further discussion. We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only shortlisted candidates will be notified.