2022-2023 Priority Research Award REQUEST FOR RESEARCH PROPOSALS The Florida Institute for Child Welfare (Institute) is pleased to invite proposals for the Priority Research Awards. The Priority Research Awards are awarded annually to fund translational research on a child welfare topic.1 The 2022-2023 Priority Research Award is intended for research relevant to innovations in workforce resilience. The Institute is particularly interested in funding proposals that have the potential to inform GROW Center activities or outcomes as described in the GROW Center logic model. To learn more about the GROW Center and view the Logic Model, please click here.
Award Information
Important Dates Call for Proposals Released
November 1, 2021
Deadline for Proposal Submission
January 15, 2022 5:00 p.m. EST
Decision Notification
March 1, 2022
Project Start Date
April 1, 2022
Proposal Preparation Instructions Proposals must adhere to the proposal preparation instructions to be considered. Proposals should be written in Times New Roman, 12-point font. A running head and page numbers should be included. The proposal should be no longer than 20 double-spaced pages, excluding references and appendices.
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At least two (2) awards will be given during the current funding cycle.
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The maximum award amount is $200,000 per project.
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Only Florida-based organizations or higher learning institutions are eligible to apply.
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The deadline for proposal submission is January 15, 2022 at 5:00 p.m. EST.
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The award period is April 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023.
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Title of proposed research topic
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Proposed research topics must address innovations in workforce resilience. The Institute is particularly interested in proposals that are relevant to the GROW Center.
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For key personnel (i.e., Principal Investigator, CoPrincipal Investigator(s), Co-Investigator(s)):
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Applicants are strongly encouraged to incorporate a strengths-based orientation into the proposed research project.
Eligibility •
Participation is open to public and private Florida-based organizations or higher education institutions.
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Institute affiliates are eligible to apply.
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Students are not eligible to serve as Principal Investigator or Co-Principal Investigator but are eligible to participate in another capacity on the research team. Principal Investigators or Co-Principal Investigators may only be listed as such on one proposal. There is no limit to the number of proposals on which an individual can serve as a Co-Investigator or consultant
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Cover Page The cover page should include the following information:
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Name
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Credentials
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Title
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Professional affiliation (e.g., university, agency)
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Role on the project
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Contact e-mail and phone
Abstract Provide an abstract that succinctly, but comprehensively, describes the project. Avoid using technical language or jargon as this abstract may be used in communications with Institute stakeholders from various backgrounds. Abstracts should be a maximum of 300 words.
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Description of the Proposed Project The application should provide a comprehensive description of the proposed research project. Project Narrative •
A background section/literature review, with clearly indicated rationale for the need for the proposed study.
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A clear research question(s) or overarching goals and objectives of the project.
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Methodology, including specific strategies for sampling, data collection, and data analysis. If planning for inperson data collection or other face-to-face interaction, a virtual contingency plan must be provided in the proposal.
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A brief discussion of potential implications of the study.
Schedule of Project Activities A clear description of when major project activities will take place. A Gantt chart (or similar) with monthly intervals is preferred. If appropriate for the study, the first three months of the award period (April 1, 2022 – June 30, 2022) may be used as a planning period. Projects must be carried out within the award period (April 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023) but are not required to last the full duration of this time frame. Proposed Deliverables A brief description of proposed deliverables, due dates, and associated dollar amounts. The final scope of work and schedule of deliverables will be negotiated between the Institute and awardee. The Institute may request incorporation of known or anticipated legislative priorities into the awarded study, if relevant. The first deliverable must be received by June 15, 2022. Examples of acceptable first deliverables include IRB submission documentation and/or a detailed project plan.
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Statement of Capacity Applicant should describe the capacity of the proposed research team to engage in the proposed project (e.g., specific skillsets, demonstrated success in executing prior projects). The statement of capacity should describe anticipated supports for the proposed study that are external to the Priority Research Award. For example, a designated graduate assistant or physical or virtual space to conduct data collection. References Include a references list. Appendices Include abbreviated CVs or resumes for all known personnel, regardless of role. If there are personnel to be determined (e.g., graduate assistants), please indicate that. Abbreviated CVs or resumes should be approximately 2-4 pages and include information most relevant to the proposed project. Additional appendices can be included as needed (e.g., data collection instruments; IRB approval, if already received).
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All proposals should be saved in .PDF format.
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Proposals must be uploaded via Qualtrics: https://fsu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/ SV_9AgVtOXVyXlnURE
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Ensure you click all the way through the survey until you receive a thank you message.
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Email Dr. Lisa Magruder, Institute Program Director of Science and Research, at lmagruder@fsu.edu if you have questions.
Proposal Review Process •
The proposal review committee will consist of five members: 1) the Institute Program Director of Science and Research; 2) the Institute Program Director of Administration; 3) the Institute Program Director of Professional Development; 4) an Institute affiliate who is not involved in any proposed project; and 5) a member of the Institute research team, appointed at the discretion of the Program Director of Science and Research.
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Reviewers will use a standard evaluation rubric for scoring each proposal (see page 4). Each reviewer will provide masked feedback in addition to a numeric score, which will be shared with the Principal Investigator.
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The two highest numerically scored proposals will be
Past, Current, or Pending Funding The applicant should provide a brief overview of past, current, or pending funding for the proposed study (or previous phases thereof). Budget The maximum award amount is $200,000, including indirect costs, which cannot exceed 10% of total direct costs. •
Funds cannot be used to purchase equipment or software.
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Funds cannot be used to purchase refreshments for participants.
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Project-related travel is permissible if it directly supports the research as proposed. Conference travel is not permissible.
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presented to the Institute Director as the recommended awardees. In the event of tied highest scores, each of the highest scored proposals will be sent to the Director for consideration. The Director has final decision-making authority on proposal funding. • The Institute will fund at least two (2) proposals during the 2022-2023 cycle. Additional proposals may be funded at the discretion of the Director and Program Director of Science & Research.
Award Terms and Conditions •
The award may support a stipend for a student, but • matriculation and tuition fees cannot be included.
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The Institute will work with the awardee to finalize the project budget. Once finalized, budget deviations greater than 10% per budget line item (cumulatively) require the prior written approval of the Institute. Budget amendment requests must be approved before any
changes can occur. Requests must be received no less than 60 days prior to the award expiration date. Contact Marianna Tutwiler, mtutwiler@fsu.edu, to request approval. The Institute will work with the awardee to finalize the scope of work. Once finalized, deviations from the scope of work require written approval from the Institute before any changes can occur. Requests must be received no less than 60 days prior to the award expiration date. Contact Marianna Tutwiler at mtutwiler@fsu.edu, to request approval. One (1) no cost extension can be requested no less than 60 days prior to the award expiration date. The Principal Investigator is responsible for articulating the need for the extension. Contact Lisa Magruder lmagruder@fsu.edu, to request approval.
Jessica Pryce, Ph.D., Director
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About the Florida Institute for Child Welfare The Florida Institute for Child Welfare seeks to promote safety, permanency, and well-being among the children and families of Florida that are involved with the child welfare system. To accomplish this mission, the Institute sponsors and supports interdisciplinary research projects and program evaluation initiatives that contribute to a dynamic knowledge base relevant for enhancing Florida’s child welfare outcomes. The Institute collaborates with community agencies across all sectors and other important organizations in order to translate relevant knowledge generated through ecologically-valid research, policy analysis, and program evaluation. This is best achieved through the design and implementation of developmentally targeted and trauma-informed strategies for children and families involved in the child welfare system. For more information about the Institute please visit our website: ficw.fsu.edu
About the GROW Center The Institute’s GROW Center will house each of the components of Senate Bill 1326 and create a dynamic through-line from classroom to casework to retain workers who grow, competently, into leaders at all levels of the workforce. Florida’s child welfare system has experienced challenges with stabilizing and sustaining their professional workforce. The GROW Center will be the heart of the Institute’s professional advancement offerings and will facilitate all management and administrative tasks, curriculum development, and coordination of activities. The goal of the GROW Center is to create a continuum of learning opportunities and ongoing support for college students, recently trained personnel, and middle and upper management positions working in child welfare agencies to enhance learning and build capacity towards meaningful and systemic change within the statewide child welfare workforce. For more information about the GROW Center, please visit our website: ficw.fsu.edu/grow-center Florida Institute for Child Welfare
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Florida Institute for Child Welfare Priority Research Award | 2022-2023 Round Proposal Evaluation Rubric Directions: Carefully review each proposal. Using the following criteria, score each of the proposals, making sure to note how the proposal scored on each of the evaluation criteria listed using the provided matrix.
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Significance: The degree to which the proposed research is meaningful to the GROW Center’s focus on workforce resilience. Innovation: The degree to which the proposal topic is novel, engaging, or creative Approach: The degree to which the proposal includes sound methodology, including reasonable timeline for completion of tasks and deliverables Orientation: The degree to which the proposal is strengths-based (e.g., focus on capacity, strength, opportunity, resilience) Team: The degree to which the research team has experience in successfully executing child welfarerelevant research Clarity: The degree to which the proposal is concise, clear, wellwritten, and well-organized
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