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About the Role
This role supports the development of the Prince Takamado Gallery of Japan, planned for 2028. You will contribute to research and development for the new gallery, supporting related publications, exhibitions, programs, acquisitions, and loans. This is an exciting opportunity for an emerging museum professional with expertise in Japanese art and culture to contribute directly to a major gallery development project.
Responsibilities
- Conduct collections-based research on Japanese artworks and artifacts being considered for inclusion in the new gallery.
- Research and help identify potential acquisitions and loans that support the gallery’s interpretive and collections objectives.
- Collaborate in developing narratives, methodologies, and approaches for understanding and presenting Japanese art and culture in a museum setting.
- Contribute research and content to gallery development, publications, exhibitions, programs, and related initiatives.
- Maintain accurate collections documentation and data within ROM’s collections management system (TMS).
- Participate in cross-functional Japan Gallery development meetings and contribute research expertise throughout the project.
- Support community consultation and engagement with advisory groups as part of the gallery development process.
- Collaborate with curators and colleagues across ROM to advance project priorities, milestones, and deliverables.
Requirements
- Academic training in Art History, History, Anthropology, Museum Studies, or a related field relevant to Japanese art and culture.
- Experience working within a museum curatorial environment.
- Demonstrated research and analytical skills, including the ability to conduct detailed collections-based research.
- Proficiency in reading and writing Japanese.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate research clearly to different audiences.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage priorities and meet project deadlines.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively within a diverse, cross-functional team.
- Familiarity with museum collections databases such as TMS, digitization practices, and related software is an asset.
Skills
- Research
- Analytical skills
- Japanese language proficiency (reading and writing)
- Written communication
- Verbal communication
- Organizational skills
- Time-management skills
- Collaboration
- Teamwork
- Museum collections databases (TMS)
- Digitization practices
Location
- Toronto, ON
Work Type
- Full-time Contract
- Onsite
Experience Level
- Emerging museum professional
Education Level
- Academic training in Art History, History, Anthropology, Museum Studies, or a related field relevant to Japanese art and culture
Salary/Compensations
- $62,828 - $71,803
Benefits
- 100 percent premium-free benefits for individuals and families (conditions apply)
- Health spending account
- Flexible working options (varies by position)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Optional pension plan with employer-matched Defined Benefit contribution
- Free ROM membership for permanent full-time and part-time staff
- Discounts to over 200 attractions through Attractions Ontario
About the Company
- Opened in 1914 and welcoming over 1.3 million visitors annually, the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) is Canada's most-visited museum, ranking among the top 10 cultural institutions in North America.
- ROM is dedicated to building and sharing global collections, sharing knowledge, inspiring learning, and fostering community engagement.
- As a globally recognized field research institute, ROM houses an impressive collection of over 18 million artworks, cultural objects, and natural history specimens, showcased in over 40 galleries and exhibition spaces.
- ROM is committed to creating a space where art, culture, and nature intersect, connecting people and communities to the past, present and shared future.
- ROM seeks passionate and dynamic team members who embody its mission and values to transform and evolve as one of the world’s foremost 21st-century museums.
Equal Opportunity
- At ROM, we embrace diversity in our exhibits, communities, and teams. We encourage applications from racialized persons, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQI+ individuals, and those who can further diversify our ideas.
- We are committed to equitable employment opportunities and a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.
- We welcome and accommodate candidates with disabilities throughout the selection process.