The duties of the Research Assistant are as follows:
(a) To assist in conducting research projects on Hong Kong literature;
(b) To collect information about Hong Kong literature from multiple resources and write up research results;
(c) To support research and content development of thematic exhibitions;
(d) To assist in building up and organising the newspaper clippings files on Hong Kong literature and the maintenance of library materials, manuscripts and vertical files;
(e) To assist in liaising with local authors and organisations for the collection of rare books and manuscripts;
(f) To assist in organizing and performing Hong Kong literature related extension and promotional activities, such as book displays, thematic exhibitions and subject talks;
(g) To handle ad hoc tasks at the Library, off-site reserve stacks outside the Library, other Government premises, and non-Government premises when necessary, as requested by supervisors. Travelling among above locations during working hours is required;
(h) To support reference enquiry counter duties; and
(i) To perform any other duties as assigned by supervisors.
1. The Research Assistant should:
(a) have a bachelor's degree from a Hong Kong university, or equivalent, majoring in Chinese Language and Literature, or relevant subjects;
(b) (i) have Level 2 or equivalent [see Note (1)] or above in five subjects, including Chinese Language, English Language and Mathematics, in the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination (HKDSEE), or equivalent; or (ii) have Level 2 [see Note (2)] / Grade E or above in five subjects, including Chinese Language, English Language and Mathematics, in the Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination (HKCEE), or equivalent;
(c) have proficiency in Hong Kong Literature;
(d) preferably have at least two (2) years of relevant post-qualification full-time working
experience in a cultural organisation (prior to the date of interview) and with experience in conducting research projects on Hong Kong Literature or in similar nature. Experience of working in a library will be an advantage;
(e) have good Chinese and English word processing skills and proficiency in the application of common business software (including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint), as well as audio and image editing software;
(f) have good command in spoken and written Chinese and English;
(g) have knowledge of reference and information services in libraries; and
(h) have good communication and customer service skills.
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