Senior Indigenous Research Governance Leader

CSIRO; Sydney; On-site; AUD 118,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

CSIRO, Australia's national science agency, seeks a Senior Advisor – Indigenous Research Governance to strengthen Indigenous science governance and integrity across CSIRO. You will provide expert guidance on Indigenous research governance, data sovereignty, and ethics, and support policy development and researcher education.

Collaboration with researchers, communities, and partners is essential. The role emphasises Indigenous knowledge, self-determination, and culturally appropriate practices,

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in Indigenous research methodologies and governance.
• Experience advising research ethics committees and governance bodies.
• Ability to develop policies and guidance on Indigenous data governance and IP.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist advice on Indigenous research governance and ethics.
• Lead forums and initiatives to build capability in governance, data sovereignty and ICIP.
• Develop and implement strategies that build capability of Indigenous and non-Indigenous researchers.

Skills

Cultural capability

Indigenous engagement

Governance & policy

Research ethics

Communication

Negotiation

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Education

Higher Degree by Research

Relevant STEM qualification

Job description

CSIRO, Australia's national science agency, seeks a Senior Advisor – Indigenous Research Governance to strengthen Indigenous science governance and integrity across CSIRO. You will provide expert guidance on Indigenous research governance, data sovereignty, and ethics, and support policy development and researcher education.

Collaboration with researchers, communities, and partners is essential. The role emphasises Indigenous knowledge, self-determination, and culturally appropriate practices,