Diversity at CSIRO

I didn't rank 10, because I feel like we can always do more in terms of diversity! I think CSIRO does a great job, but I am physically white and also come from a privileged background. Therefore, I feel like I can only really comment from my narrow perspective. In terms of retention and recruitment, CSIRO has a good track record of keeping employees including Indigenous employees. They have targeted identified recruitment, which increases diversity. There is childcare on site, and accessible maternity leave.

There are employment targets for particular communities, there are regular celebrations of diversity events, and there were generous leave entitlements for diverse groups including Cultural Leave.

Everyone seems to be very accepting and I haven't noted a situation where there would be an issue which is great!

I am not sure of specific policies but CSIRO have won awards for their performance in this category and it is often well regarded in this aspect.

Great diversity in terms of culture, responsibility assignment. Can't comment on FTE contract.

There were several questions about diversity in the application process.

My supervisor from a diverse background is often involved in interviews outside of her field for diversity reasons. It's clear that CSIRO tries to be diverse though the lack of diverse senior researchers may indicate a problem.

pride merch (lanyards and shirts) are sold on the company store and worn openly by staff. acknowledgements to country are made at the start of each major meeting. there is little room for intolerance here

They care about diversity and it is evident in the workplace & the way they talk about culture etc.

My team is quite diverse. And there is a commitment to being respectful

They seem to be consistently aiming for an even workplace diversity, with newsletters covering efforts to incorporate more females into specific areas of work.

CSIRO have several diversity leaders who approached me and explained how they are there to help if I have any issues. CSIRO is an extremely diverse workplace with people from many different backgrounds. Some people also work part time as they have young children or other personal commitments.

It is evident that this company is extremely committed to promoting diversity

While CSIRO is committed to more diversity, due to its poor hiring policies, the majority of the staff have been here for decades and as such reflect the diversity policies from those times. There is childcare available, and from my experience, women and people from ethnic minorities have generally been treated well.

Lots of focus on women in science, and neurodivergence.

There are more males than females at my workplace, maybe a 80/20 split

LGBT, people of colour and women are all treated fairly here and there is good representation of most groups. I cannot comment on child care as I have no experience needed that kind of consideration.

The workplace is diverse and accepting of people

There are multiple programs and events such as Women in STEM, Aboriginal flag and Torres Strait Islander flag presentation, LGBTIQ+ inclusion. CSIRO treats everyone equally for the issues stated.

There is a very diverse and international team of people here of both men and women

I note that there is a good spread and diversity with the different universities that students are coming from. There is no bias towards one or several universities that might be seen as more prestigious .

I am unfamiliar with the processes in place to do this.

Scholarship opportunities for Indigenous and Torres Strait Islander students are one example I'm aware of.

I can't really say, everyone is encouraged to apply for positions here and they will make accommodations and concessions for different applicants depending on their needs

Indigenous programs are in place.

Broad advertising.

CSIRO lets it be known that they want to hire people from all walks of life but the candidate needs to have the ability to do the job or be in a position to learn. They also pay you so you can move for the job if that's something you would consider.

As a company primary engaged in STEM activities, as a natural bi-product of government encouragement of diversifying this area, the workplace is naturally diverse and indiscriminate.

Haven't payed any attention to these details

I do not know

CSIRO provide relocation assistance/expense payments. Interviews conducted via videocall so that it is fair for all candidates to attend.

I'm not sure - this hasn't been applicable in my situation.

The organisation has policies in trying to meet certain thresholds of diversity, including making sure 3% of employees are from indigenous backgrounds, and I believe there is now an attempt to introduce 50% male and female staff into the workplace. I presume the organisation also applies affirmative action, which is good.

Providing additional scholarships specific for applicants from less privileged backgrounds.