Research Lead Application

Research Lead Application

CIFA & SECURE Act Study — Project Lead Position
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Name*

First NameLast Name
Email*
example@example.com
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Current Employer*
Current Title/Position*
LinkedIn Profile

QUALIFICATION TRACK

SRPI requires project leads to meet one of two qualification standards. Select the track that best describes your background. You will be asked to provide supporting details on the following pages.

Doctoral Qualification

Earned doctorate or current doctoral candidacy
Field relevant to CI, national security, or policy
Research experience in CI or related NS topics

Master's + Professional Experience

Master's degree in a relevant field
10+ years of CI professional experience
Research or analytical publication experience

WHICH QUALIFICATION TRACK APPLIES TO YOU?*

Doctoral QualificationMasters + Professional ExperienceI do not meet either qualification track
You are not eligible to apply as project lead at this time. Thank you for your interest in SRPI.

Doctoral Track

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS
Provide details for your doctoral degree or current doctoral program. If you hold an earned doctorate, also list your highest prior degree.
HIGHEST DEGREE EARNED OR IN PROGRESS
Field / Discipline
e.g., Intelligence Studies, Political Science, National Security Law
Granting Institution
Year Conferred (or Expected)
e.g., 2019 or Expected 2026
Dissertation / Thesis Title
Title or working title
Candidacy Date
ate you passed qualifying exams / advanced to candidacy. e.g., May 2023
Advisor / Committee Chair
Full name and institution
Additional Relevant Degrees or Certifications
List any additional degrees, certifications, or formaltraining relevant to this project (e.g., prior master's degree,CDSE certifications, professional development courses).Format each line as: Degree — Field — Institution — Year

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Years of Counterintelligence Experience*
Include all professional CI work (government, contractor,academia, or consulting).
Security Clearance Status*
This project uses only open-source materials; a clearanceis not required. We ask for context only and this will not affectyour eligibility.
Primary CI Role(s) Held*
e.g., CI Special Agent, CI Analyst, CI Team Leader
Current or Most Recent Position — Description*
Briefly describe your current or most recent role,key responsibilities, and the organization type (e.g., federalagency, contractor, university, NGO).
Relevant Prior Positions*
List up to three additional positions relevant tocounterintelligence, national security, or intelligence reform.Format each line as: Title — Organization — Start Year to End Year
Are you currently a federal employee or active-duty military member?*

YesNo
Federal / Military Employment — Acknowledgment

Federal employees and active-duty military members are welcome to participate as research leads. All work product will represent your academic opinions only and will not reflect the views of any government agency. You are responsible for ensuring your participation complies with your agency's outside activity, ethics, and public affairs policies. SRPI does not provide legal or ethics guidance for federal employees.
Have you confirmed this activity is permissible under your agency's outside activity policy?

Yes, confirmedNot yet confirmed — I understand I must do so before commencing work

RESEARCH BACKGROUND & PROJECT FIT
Research Publications or Analytical Works*
List up to five relevant publications, reports, policypapers, or analytical products. Include title, publication/outlet,and year. Unpublished thesis or dissertation chapters are acceptable.Format each line as: Title — Outlet/Publisher — Year
Familiarity with the Subject Matter*
Describe your prior knowledge of or work related to:CIFA, DoD CI reform, the SECURE Act, ODNI counterintelligencepolicy, or related areas.
Research Methods Experience*
This project uses qualitative comparative analysis ofopen-source materials. Describe your experience with qualitativeresearch, policy analysis, or historical case study methodology.
Why are you applying for this project?*
In 150–300 words, explain your interest in this specificstudy and what you would bring to the project as lead researcher.
Availability*

Available — I can commit approximately 3-5 hours per week for 14 weeksConditionally available — I may need to negotiate scope or timelineUnavailable at this time — submitting for future consideration
Earliest Start Date*
If selected, when would you be able to begin? e.g., Immediately, April 15, 2026
References*
List three references with full name, title, organization, email address, and phone number

CERTIFICATIONS & SUBMISSION
Please read and acknowledge each statement before submitting your application. All five checkboxes are required.
Accuracy Certification*

I certify that all information provided in this application isaccurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understandthat misrepresentation of qualifications is grounds for immediatedisqualification or removal from the project.
Unpaid Position Acknowledgment*

I understand this is an unpaid research position. I will receiveformal SRPI research credit and co-authorship consideration onapplicable publications, but no monetary compensation.
Open-Source Commitment*

I understand that all research will be conducted exclusively using open-source, publicly available materials. I will not incorporategovernment-sensitive, classified, or proprietary information intoany SRPI work product.
Opinion Disclaimer*

I understand that all published work products will represent my academic opinions only and will not reflect the views of any government agency, employer, or affiliated institution.
Selection Process Acknowledgment*

I understand that selection as project lead is subject to application review and formal approval by SRPI leadership, and that submission of this application does not guarantee selection.
How did you hear about this opportunity?*
Anything else you'd like SRPI to know?
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Research Lead Application

PERSONAL INFORMATION

QUALIFICATION TRACK

Doctoral Track

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

RESEARCH BACKGROUND & PROJECT FIT

CERTIFICATIONS & SUBMISSION