Embedding Indigenous Knowledge Systems Leadership Opportunity

2 days ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia beBeeResearch Full time $131,000 - $153,000
Indigenous Research Manager Position

We are seeking an experienced professional to lead a nationally significant initiative that embeds Indigenous knowledge systems, governance, and data sovereignty principles into national research collections and the Atlas of Living Australia.

  • This role will focus on strengthening relationships, aligning project activities with national and international policy frameworks, and identifying opportunities for mutually beneficial research partnerships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

The successful applicant will have:

  • Demonstrated experience in leading culturally grounded projects or programs that centre Indigenous knowledge systems, community priorities, or cultural governance.
  • A foundational understanding of Indigenous Data Sovereignty (IDSov) and Cultural and Intellectual Property (ICIP), and the ability to lead and apply these principles in science, research, or data contexts.
  • Strong relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills, including demonstrated trust-based work with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities.
Main Responsibilities
  • Lead the delivery of an Indigenous co-designed research project within national research collections and digital infrastructure.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders 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.
About This Role

This is a research leadership opportunity to shape how Indigenous knowledges are respected, protected, and embedded within Australia's science infrastructure. The successful candidate will contribute to a future where Indigenous perspectives are integral to biodiversity research and data systems.

Location: Canberra (Ngunnawal), ACT preferred; other locations may be considered with hybrid working options available.



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