Research Group Leader: Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT)

Contribute to strategic investment goal setting and development of RDI strategy; Implement the research, development and innovation (RD&I) strategy for the Research Centre; Lead researchers and engineers; Promote a culture of science, engineering, and technology (SET) excellence and provide RDI leadership of multiple disciplines; Ensure that the area remains industry and/or service delivery-relevant with national and international standing that is directed at cutting edge; Propose and/or contribute to the strategic investment plan and implement Parliamentary Grant, Contract Research and Development, and other grant-funded projects; Develop and implement a business plan for operation, sustainable growth, impact and robustness of area (including strategy, goals, mission, HR, finances, technology transfer, IP and commercialization); Assume leadership in the provision of technical solutions to client programmes; Deeply understand the needs of the industry by integrating sector knowledge in multi-dimensional research and development programs in order to deliver industry aligned RDI; Ensure staff development and strategic Human Capital Development; Ensure a well-balanced cutting edge SET capability, in terms of the elements of research, engineering design, or systems/enterprise engineering; Ensure SET outputs are achieved; Deliver on all KPIs of the area and ensure that all outputs are achieved, including transformation, profit and loss, quality, health, safety and environment as per agreed targets; Implement and comply with appropriate financial, business systems requirements, including operational approvals; Network with peers in the fields expertise within and outside the CSIR; Engage with clients and industry partners to develop long term relationships; Provide technical support on business development and participate in client interactions; Manage projects through planning of appropriate processes and policies to ensure Intellectual Property (IP) protection and technology transfer; Lead the strategic direction and day-to-day execution of blockchain and DLT R&D projects, including managing a multidisciplinary team of engineers and data scientists. Ensure timely delivery of technically complex outcomes related to cryptocurrency analytics, on- and off-chain data, and related blockchain protocols. In collaboration with the Business Development and Commercialization portfolio: Drive the transfer of technology and solutions design to industry/user environment; Package technologies for commercialisation or develop an investment-ready business through financial modelling, market assessment, and business plan development. A Bachelor's degree in computer science /engineering, information technology or related field. At least six years experience in technologies domain research within an RDI environment, ideally in blockchain, DLT, or cryptocurrency-related field. Sound experience in managing a team of multi-disciplinary professions; Proven track record in project management and research project leadership; Ability to provide thought leadership and high level conceptualisation; Ability to work independently as well as in teams; Business Development and financial acumen; Excellent communication and presentation skills; Conflict management skills; Decisiveness and action orientation; Project Management skills. Appropriate national and international RDI networks; An understanding of the research to market innovation value chain.