National Institute of Justice Research Assistantship Program

Overview of the State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP) administered by the Bureau of Justice Assistance.

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NIJ's Law Enforcement Advancing Data and Science Scholars Program for Civilians

Information on the NIJ LEADS Civilians program for mid-career police officers, civilians, and academics advancing the police profession through science.

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Eligibility

Employed full-time in the US by a law enforcement or government agency.; Responsibilities relevant to advancing data use and research integration.; Not contract employees or staff/faculty of state university systems (unless in a government-like role).

Requirements

Three-year commitment.; Attend annual IACP Conference (4-5 days).; Attend NIJ Summer Session in Washington, DC (2-3 days).

Application materials

Current CV; Letter of support from supervisor; Personal essay (4 pages max) addressing specific questions.

How to apply

Submit materials to Apply-to-LEADS@policinginstitute.org.; Use subject line: LEADS CIVILIAN APPLICATION.

Important dates

Applications typically accepted in the spring.

Contact

Apply-to-LEADS@policinginstitute.org

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