CSIRO Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Postgraduate ScholarshipsCSIRO 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.Child SafetyCSIRO is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people involved in our activities and programs.Solve Australias greatest challenges through innovative science and technologyWe want you to be part of CSIROs impact!Are you an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Postgraduate STEM Student?Join CSIRO Australias leading scientific research organisation!CSIRO is seeking applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Postgraduate STEM students to join Australias leading Science organisation.CSIRO''s Postgraduate Studentship programs assist with the development of future researchers of the innovation system and provide a supportive environment where our people can flourish and thrive. There are Studentships for Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and Master students to undertake research in fields of interest to CSIRO. The student''s research is co-supervised by CSIRO and a university supervisor. Industry PhD students also have an industry supervisor.We encourage and support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students to participate in cultural obligations, events, and celebrations, and our monthly forum offers a mechanism for the voices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to contribute to CSIROs directions.While at CSIRO, you will be supported to create and develop a dynamic career that best fits your aspirations, have access to a range of world-class facilities across Australia, and be provided with coaching, training, and development opportunities to help achieve your goals.The opportunities we are offeringThere are several types of postgraduate studentships available at CSIRO:CSIRO Sponsored Postgraduate Studentships: CSIRO pays a primary scholarship stipend and/or top-up stipend, provides funding for learning and development, and ensures operating expenses are available for a postgraduate student working on a CSIRO-defined project.CSIRO-University Co-funded Postgraduate Studentships: CSIRO and a university co-fund a primary and/or top-up scholarship for a postgraduate student working on a co-funded collaborative CSIRO-University project.CSIRO Supervised-only Postgraduate Studentships: CSIRO provides the postgraduate student with access to facilities and/or expertise to complete work that directly contributes to their PhD or Master thesis.Other postgraduate studentship opportunities availableIndustry PhD (iPhD) Studentships: The student undertakes a PhD project identified with, and supervised by, an industry partner.CSIRO Postgraduate Internships: Are university-approved internships where CSIRO supervises a postgraduate student working on a short-term CSIRO-defined project for work experience as part of their degree.Stipend: Will vary depending on studentship opportunity.Tenure: Specified term of up to 3 years (various lengths available depending on degree).Reference: 95591We are keen to hear from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have studied Science, Technology, Engineering or Maths and have an additional interest in pursuing a postgraduate studentship in the following fields:Chemistry (e.g. organic synthetic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, natural products, drug discovery, polymer chemistry, inorganic chemistry)Biology (e.g. cell biology, microbiology, biological assays, biologics, vaccines)Engineering (e.g. medical devices, biomaterials, sensors, energy applications, material science)PharmacologyPhysiologyEnvironmental scienceSoil scienceWho is eligible?CSIRO considers the filling of these scholarships is intended to constitute a special/equal opportunity/affirmative measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth). The scholarships are therefore only open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people with Australian Citizenship.Flexible Working ArrangementsWe work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when, and where you work.About CSIROAt CSIRO Australia''s national science agency, we solve the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. We put the safety and wellbeing of our people above all else.Where to from here!If you are interested in a CSIRO Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Postgraduate Scholarship, submit an application today!If you prefer to have an informal chat before putting in your application, you can contact our Indigenous Talent Acquisition Team at IndigenousCareers@csiro.au for more information.How to ApplyTo apply for CSIROs Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Postgraduate Scholarships, please apply online via this website.To appropriately assess your application, we ask that you provide a cover letter and resume/CV detailing your current work, education experience, and research interests.If you experience difficulties applying online, call 1300 984 220 for assistance. Outside business hours, please email: careers.online@csiro.au #J-18808-Ljbffr
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CSIRO Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Postgraduate Scholarships