Curator/Associate Curator (at the rank of Administrative Assistant I/II)

Applications are invited for appointment as Curator/Associate Curator (at the rank of Administrative Assistant I/II) in the University Museum and Art Gallery (UMAG) (Ref: 532083), to commence as soon as possible, on a two-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance.

The Role

Reporting to the Director, the appointee will be responsible for the following duties:

• In charge of documentation, interpretation, and maintenance of the museum's permanent collection;
• Oversee part of the museum’s Chinese art collection;
• Contribute to educational programming;
• Ensure appropriate and accurate record-keeping procedures for the museum collections and operations; and
• Act as a spokesperson for the museum with the media, at functions, conferences and meetings when appropriate.

Teaching opportunities may arise within the University. Information about UMAG can be obtained at http://www.hkumag.hku.hk/.

Qualifications and Qualities

• A Ph.D. in Art History, Archaeology or related fields, with an emphasis on Chinese history and culture;
• At least 5 years’ professional experience in museums;
• Working knowledge of curatorial practices;
• Ability to handle collection objects independently and exercise independent judgment; and
• Excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese

Those with less qualifications/experience may be appointed as Associate Curator. Shortlisted candidates will be notified of the application result.

What We Offer

A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. The appointment will attract a contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totalling up to 15% of basic salary for Curator and 10% of basic salary for Associate Curator.

How to Apply

The University only accepts online application for the above post.  Applicants should apply online at the University’s careers site (https://jobs.hku.hk) and upload an up-to-date C.V.  Review of applications will commence as soon as possible and continue until June 16, 2025, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

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