Research and artefact acquisition: Conduct research on primary and secondary material pertaining to Singapore’s post-independence history, including but not limited to oral history interviews and archival records. This includes acquiring artefacts for the National Collection. 

Knowledge production and new research: Produce knowledge and new research pieces on Singapore's immediate pre- and post-independence history, including but not limited to for use in FM's exhibition galleries and publications. In doing so, you will contribute to FM's thought leadership on Singapore’s immediate pre- and post-independence history.  

Editorial: Support editorial work for FM's curatorial content in areas such as exhibition text, publications, audio guides and content for digital platforms. This includes ensuring consistency, clarity and accessibility of texts in FM’s institutional voice, and the verification of historical information to ensure accuracy of content.  

Collaborative curatorial projects: Work collaboratively and coordinate with internal teams within FM in the areas of education, interpretation, digital, programmes as well as other stakeholders such as collection managers, designers, creatives, and translators on the planning and execution of curatorial projects such as publications and audio guides.  

Background in History or the Humanities or other disciplines relevant to Singapore’s post-independence history and nation building policies. 

Preferably at least 5 years of experience in related curatorial, research and/or editorial work with keen knowledge and passion for Singapore’s post-independence history and heritage, and its relevance to the present and future. 

Research, Publication & Scholarship - Proven excellence in research and knowledge production, with strong analytical, writing, editorial and presentation skills.  

Stakeholder Engagement - A collaborative team player with excellent project and stakeholder management skills, and able to work independently.   

Resourcefulness, and strength in knowledge production, research, project and stakeholder management. 

As the FM is an institution being built from the ground-up, the candidate should be  able to navigate changes, multiple stakeholders and a fast-moving environment, and have adept problem-solving skills where processes are still being established.