Research Integrity Specialist

Acknowledgement of Country

CSIRO acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land, sea and waters, of the area 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.

Role highlights

• Investigate and resolve publication ethics cases
• Partner with authors, editors, and stakeholders to drive best practice
• Support and strengthen the trusted reputation of CSIRO Publishing journals

About CSIRO

As Australia's national science agency, CSIRO solves the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. Many of our iconic innovations were once considered impossible until someone, just like you, joined us and took on the challenge.

The opportunity

Reporting to the Head, Journals Editorial & Research Integrity, the Research Integrity Specialist will work proactively to manage publication ethics cases (pre- and post-publication), implement best-practice guidelines, and educate internal and external stakeholders on matters of publication ethics. You will play a key role in safeguarding the integrity and reputation of CSIRO Publishing journals.

Your high-level duties will include:

• Assessing integrity alerts and investigating potential issues in line with Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) guidance and other relevant guidelines.
• Liaising with authors, editors, and external stakeholders regarding publication and peer review misconduct.
• Reviewing cases of possible plagiarism or self-plagiarism and progressing to resolution.
• Reporting on research integrity cases and emerging trends.
• Supporting policy, process, and tool development to strengthen research integrity practices.
• Providing guidance, training, and resources to internal publishing teams and external contributors.
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of evolving challenges in publication ethics and advising on solutions.

Location: Clayton, VIC (preferred); Other Australian CSIRO sites and remote working arrangements may be considered.

Salary: AU$96k - AU$109k (pro-rata for part-time) +15.4% superannuation

Tenure & work schedule: 2-year Specified Term, Part-time (0.8 FTE / 58 hrs per fortnight)

Reference: 101266

To be considered you will need:

Essential criteria

• A tertiary qualification in a relevant STEM field.
• Awareness of research integrity challenges, trends, and best practices in STEM
• Experience building positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Highly developed communication and influencing skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills across multiple projects.
• Demonstrated ability to be results-oriented and performance-driven.
• Flexibility to travel nationally and internationally as required.

Desirable criteria

• Experience as a STEM author in peer-reviewed journals.
• Experience collaborating with Editorial Boards.
• Experience working across geographies and cultures.
• Experience delivering presentations and training.

For full details about this role please review the Position Description

Eligibility

Applications for this position are open to Australian/New Zealand Citizens, Australian Permanent Residents or you must either hold, or be able to obtain, a valid working visa for the duration of the specified term.

This role does not provide visa sponsorship. Appointment to this role is subject to provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements.

Flexible working arrangements

We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work.

Inclusion and belonging

At CSIRO, solving the greatest challenges requires a diversity of minds. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people of all ages and genders, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds.

We are proud holders of Gold Status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (LGBTQIA+ inclusion) and a Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) Bronze Award.

Child safety

CSIRO is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people involved in our activities and programs. View our Child Safe Policy.

How to apply

Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.

Applications close

2nd November 2025, 11:00pm AEDT

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