Murni Sianturi is an Indigenous researcher who has worked with Indigenous communities for several years. She completed her PhD in Social Sciences at the University of New South Wales. Her research focuses on issues affecting Indigenous students and vulnerable children. Based on her experience as a school teacher and a lecturer, her work is focused on schooling practices that influence students' learning experiences, outcomes, well-being, culture, and identities. During her PhD, she conducted a research project regarding the use of technology to facilitate partnerships between schools and Indigenous West Papuan parents.

She has a track record of winning research grants. During her career, she has served as a CI on more than sixteen research projects, managing projects and teams.  A variety of methods have been employed in her studies, e.g., action research, case studies, ethnography, quantitative and mixed methods. The experience she has gained from teaching at schools and participating in numerous joint initiatives with Indigenous communities, the government, NGOs, and other educational institutions encourages her to bring Indigenous perspectives to educational discussions and enhances her ability to forge strong partnerships. Her research and publication, e.g., scholarly articles published in reputable journals, books and other creative works, have contributed to the global scientific forum, the education system and Indigenous communities.