Project Leadership & Principal Investigator Services

The contract seeks a Principal Investigator or Project Director with specialized expertise in child welfare research and data confidentiality to lead a federally funded initiative under the Administration for Children and Families, part of the Department of Health and Human Services. The role involves directing research activities focused on child welfare systems, ensuring strict adherence to data privacy protocols and ethical standards in handling sensitive information. The position is structured as a subcontract under NAICS code 541690, indicating it falls under other scientific and technical consulting services, and requires the candidate to manage project execution, oversight, and compliance within the context of federal child welfare priorities. The opportunity is open for proposals through August 26, 2026, with no specific location identified for performance, suggesting the work may be conducted remotely or across multiple regions. The solicitation does not include a set-aside designation, meaning all eligible entities may apply without restriction based on business size or ownership type. The successful applicant will be responsible for providing high-level leadership, technical guidance, and methodological rigor to advance research objectives aligned with federal child welfare goals, with an emphasis on safeguarding confidential data and maintaining the integrity of sensitive findings.