• An outstanding opportunity to launch your research career at CSIRO
• Understand how western species concepts relate to Indigenous botanical knowledge
• Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply

The Position

CSIRO and the Centre for Australian National Biodiversity Research (CANBR) is seeking a highly motivated researcher to work with Aboriginal communities primarily in the central desert region  to co-develop pathways for linking western species concepts and Indigenous botanical knowledge. 

You as the successful candidate will work with Aboriginal communities to co-develop protocols aligned with community aspirations and expectations for the security and management of their botanical knowledge within a trusted environment. You will co-develop practical and technical solutions to help us better understand, manage and conserve Australia’s biota.

Find out more by viewing the full position description and selection criteria here:  Position description

Your duties/responsibilities will include:

• Research existing pathways that connect Indigenous languages with western botanical science.
• Co-develop methodologies for connecting Indigenous languages with western botanical science including the rapid acquisition of different digital data types (e.g. image, sound, physical).
• Work with digital data groups and managers to develop cross-data and cross-language authentication protocols as well as ensuring data visibility and access is compliant with cultural sensitivities

Location:      Canberra ACT
Salary:          AU$80K - AU$91K plus up to 15.4% superannuation
Tenure:         Specified term for 3 years
Reference:    57063

To be successful you will need:

• A doctorate (or will shortly satisfy the requirements of a PhD) in a relevant discipline area such as botany, systematics and taxonomy, plant sciences and/or Indigenous studies.
• Demonstrated understanding of issues that affect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities and the ability to collaborate and engage respectfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Owing to the terms of the fellowship, candidates must not have more than 3 years of relevant full time postdoctoral experience.

About CSIRO

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At CSIRO, we do the extraordinary every day. We innovate for tomorrow and help improve today – for our customers, all Australians and the world. We do this by using science and technology to solve real issues. Diversity is the compass that navigates our innovation. We provide an inclusive workplace that respects, values and actively pursues the benefits of a diverse workforce.  

We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work. Talk to us about how this role could be flexible for you.  Find out more Balance

How to Apply:  If you wish to apply for this position, please load your CV (Maximum 2MB) via our website at https://jobs.csiro.au/. You may also be required to respond to some screening questions.  

Applications Close:  11:59pm AEST, Sunday 01 July 2018