Indigenous Research Governance Lead

NIT; Australia; Remote; AUD 118,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

CSIRO is seeking a Senior Advisor – Indigenous Research Governance to strengthen respectful, ethical Indigenous science across the organisation. You will provide expert guidance, governance support, and practical policy development for Indigenous research frameworks.

You will collaborate with researchers, communities and units, lead capability-building initiatives, and monitor developments in Indigenous data sovereignty and IP, reporting to the Executive Manager.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated understanding of Indigenous research methodologies.
• Experience in Indigenous governance, data sovereignty or IP governance.
• Ability to develop and implement policies and guidance.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist advice on Indigenous research governance and ethics.
• Lead forums and initiatives to strengthen relationships with Indigenous communities.
• Support researchers and units with Indigenous research governance processes.
• Develop policies and strategies enhancing Indigenous science practice.
• Monitor developments in Indigenous data governance and IP rights.

Skills

Indigenous knowledge

Governance

Policy development

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Education

Tertiary qualification or HDR

Job description

CSIRO is seeking a Senior Advisor – Indigenous Research Governance to strengthen respectful, ethical Indigenous science across the organisation. You will provide expert guidance, governance support, and practical policy development for Indigenous research frameworks.

You will collaborate with researchers, communities and units, lead capability-building initiatives, and monitor developments in Indigenous data sovereignty and IP, reporting to the Executive Manager.