U.S. Department of Justice, National Institute of Justice (NIJ) - Research Assistantship Program

Archived page detailing the NIJ Body Armor Challenge, its goals, winners, and application process.

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DeadlineJanuary 20, 2025

Award amount$75,000

Last checkedJun 28, 2026

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

Information on the NIJ LEADS Civilians program, a three-year commitment for law enforcement professionals to advance policing through science.

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Eligibility

Full-time employment in the U.S. 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)

How to apply

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

Important dates

New scholars selected!; NIJ typically accepts applications in the spring.

Contact

Apply-to-LEADS@policinginstitute.org

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