Csiro is acknowledging the Traditional Owners of the land, sea and waters that we live and work on across Australia. We acknowledge their continuing connection to their culture and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.
Opportunity
* You are passionate about embedding Indigenous knowledge systems and sovereignty into national science?
* Lead a transformative initiative supporting Indigenous leadership, governance and data sovereignty in biodiversity collections and digital infrastructure
We are seeking a highly motivated and culturally grounded professional to lead a nationally significant initiative that embeds Indigenous knowledge systems, governance and data sovereignty principles into National Research Collections and Digital Infrastructure project.
Your Key Responsibilities
* Deliver an Indigenous co-designed research project within the National Research Collections and Digital Infrastructure project, including strategic planning, implementation, coordination, financial oversight, risk management and delivery of outputs in line with reporting and governance requirements.
* Collaborate with the Science Director, Research Project Advisor – Indigenous Science, and the teams to co-design and implement project activities that centre Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledges, priorities and governance.
* Support the effective operation of the established Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Reference Group, ensuring culturally respectful processes, timely provision of information and integration of guidance into project decisions and deliverables.
This is a research leadership opportunity to shape how Indigenous knowledges are respected, protected and embedded within Australia's science infrastructure and to contribute to a future where Indigenous perspectives are integral to biodiversity research and data systems.
Eligibility
* The filling of this position is intended to constitute a special/equal opportunity/affirmative measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth).
* The position is therefore only open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people with Australian Citizenship.